Excellence in News Writing
Year: 2018
Award Level: Silver
Award Winner(s): University of California, Berkeley
Award: Circle of Excellence
Category: Writing | General News
About the entry
University of California, Berkeley - Excellence in News Writing
- "Wheel the world: One MBA student's quest to make the outdoors accessible to all"
- "#BenAtBerkeley: Sights, sounds and students speaking up"
- "New CalFresh ‘super clinics' to help hungry students"
- "Feeling bad about feeling bad can make you feel worse"
- "Berkeley students, alums take on ‘back-breaking' work at wildfire evacuation center"
From the Judges' Report
This news writing displays a keen understanding and support of the mission of the university. It also shows a deep understanding of the target audience. Together this is a powerful communication force.
A force that is clearly encapsulated in the article on Ben Shapiro’s visit to the campus. This article effectively communicates how the university values and upholds free speech. Its use of audio and social media embeds to enliven the news article is exemplary.
The choice of topics and the skillful news delivery convinces the audience the university values its students and provides them with a life-changing experience where they develop high-level leadership qualities.