2008 Awards & Recognition

Awards we have received from professional journalism organizations as well as distinguished recognition showcasing our success. Student Media works hard to represent Utah State University and stand apart from the rest and we appreciate your support.

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Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ)

First Place
  • Minority Issues Reporting–“Assistance for Minorities at USU” by Brittany Goodsell Jones
  • Education Reporting–“Students Could Pay $3,000 Fine to RIAA for File Sharing Di Lewis, Opinion Column by Liz Lawyer
  • Medical/Science Reporting–“Examination of birth control options” by Manette Newbold

Second Place
  • “As Long as I can Master Stripper Heels, I’m Good to Go” by Liz Lawyer
  • Military Reporting–“How GI Bill is Still Working” by Holly Mitchell

Utah Press Association (UPA)

First Place
  • Best Feature Photograph– The Utah Statesman
  • Best Circulation Photograph– The Utah Statesman

Second Place
  • Group III- Best Special Section—The Utah Statesman
  • Group III- Best Feature Story—The Utah Statesman

Third Place
  • Group III - Best Sports Page - The Utah Statesman