Western Illinois University’s student-run broadcast news and sports media have won, and been nominated for awards from the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS) Media Conference, Mid-America NATAS Emmy Awards, and National Electronic Media Association (NBS-AERho).
Six students, who will complete their degree requirements in Spring 2023, have received the highest recognition from their colleges for their overall academic excellence by being named a College Scholar.
Marietta College’s Samantha Rubadue ’22 (Ironton, Ohio) recently earned a first-place national award from the National Electronic Media Association for her undergraduate research about childhood sexual abuse in high-risk neighborhoods.
WT students bring home seven grand prize awards and seven honorable mentions from national competition, the 59th Annual National Undergraduate Student Electronic Media Competition.