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Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences 8th Annual Prize Giving Ceremony, 23th January 2013

ContentsWelcome from the Executive Dean

Key Faculty Staff

Order of Proceedings

Faculty and University Prizes

Department of Social Sciences

Department of Psychology

Department of Culture, Writing and Performance

Department of Arts and Media

Department of Education

Department of Law

Department of Urban, Environment and Leisure Studies

Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences overview

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Welcome to the Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences 8th Annual Prize Giving Ceremony.

Every year the Faculty sees the graduation of close to a thousand students, all of whom are well celebrated at the graduation ceremonies in the summer. The Faculty takes great pride in all of their achievements. But in every graduating cohort there is also a smaller group of students across all the courses that we offer that have shown themselves capable of some exceptional and outstanding work, of ‘going that extra mile’ in their academic efforts.

Today it gives us great pleasure to celebrate and applaud their success and award the various prizes for which they have been nominated. These prizes are offered as a token of appreciation by the Faculty, the University and sponsors from professional bodies, the business community and charitable trusts, for excellent performances in the full range of Departments in the Faculty:

• ArtsandMedia; • Culture,WritingandPerformance; • Education; • Law; • Psychology; • SocialSciences; • Urban,EnvironmentandLeisure Studies.

We are also here to acknowledge and salute the invaluable support provided by friends and families of our outstanding students. We welcome you all and are pleased you want to join us in this evening’s celebrations, and in wishing our students every success in the future.

Professor Mike MolanExecutive Dean

Dean’s Welcome


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Key Faculty staff


Professor Suzy Kerr Pertiĉ Pro Dean (External)

Dr Hazel WillisPro Dean (Academic)

Ms Nicola HallasFaculty ManagerAcademic and Quality

Ms Sharon HolmesFaculty ManagerStudents and Operations

Professor Richard Sawdon SmithHead of DepartmentArts and Media

Dr Jenny OwenHead of DepartmentCulture, Writing and Performance

Ms Jane CourtneyHead of DepartmentEducation

Mr Andy UngerHead of DepartmentLaw

Professor Nick BraisbyHead of DepartmentPsychology

Mr Dave EdwardsHead of DepartmentSocial Science

Ms Ruth RichardsHead of DepartmentUrban, Environment and Leisure Studies

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Order of Proceeding

Introduction and Welcome Professor Mike MolanExecutive DeanFaculty of Arts and Human Sciences

Presentation of PrizesMartin EarwickerVice ChancellorLondon South Bank University

Orators

Faculty and University Prizes and Scholarships

Hazel WillisPro DeanFaculty of Arts and Human Sciences

Departmental Prizes

Dave EdwardsHead of DepartmentSocial and Policy Studies

Nick BraisbyHead of DepartmentPsychology

Jenny OwenHead of DepartmentCulture, Writing and Performance

Richard Sawdon SmithHead of DepartmentArts and Media

Jane CourtneyHead of DepartmentEducation

Andy UngerHead of DepartmentLaw

Ruth RichardHead of DepartmentUrban Environment and Leisure Studies

Vote of ThanksProfessor Mike Molan

Reception and BuffetMezzanine, Keyworth Centre

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Faculty and University Prizes

Faculty PrizesStina Lyon PrizeBest Undergraduate Dissertation in the Fields of Equality, Diversity or Human RightsAnnie WilliamsBA (Hons) International Politics with Sociology, Year 3, Full-timeAnnie Williams’ dissertation has been nominated for the Stina Lyons Prize in recognition of its academic excellence. Annie has written an insightful and penetrating analysis of the impact of the neoliberal pursuit of new markets on the sexualisation of children and on the experiences of contemporary childhood in Britain. She has produced a thorough examination of the themes of children’s rights and exploitation in the context of their sexualisation. This is a thoroughly researched and sophisticated dissertation on an area of greatcontemporaryconcern.TheStinaLyonsPrizewouldbeafittingaccolade for her achievement.Dave Edwards

Review panelMike Molan, Executive DeanSuzy Kerr-Pertic, Pro DeanHazel Willis, Pro Dean and Chair of Faculty Equality and Diversity Committee

University PrizesAHS Prize FundFinal year student, Outstanding Achievement in Faculty Thomas WilkinsonBA/BSc Social and Policy Studies Scheme, Year 3, Full-timeThomas Wilkinson graduated from London South Bank University (LSBU) in July 2012 with a 1st Class degree and an overall average of 78%. Thomas has been the most intellectually capable student on the program. He also completed a work placement where he demonstrated a strong ability to integrate his sector-related experience with his understanding of relevant theoretical perspectives. In the words of his work placement supervisor:

Tom approached it with a real commitment to learning, and challenging himself. This critical reflection was evident in discussion and through the quality of Tom’s analysis and writing. Tom came to his placement demonstrating a high level of commitment and confidence. He’s very personable and worked well within the team… We’ve really valued the work Tom’s contributed.

Thomas also volunteered and engaged with vulnerable young people asapeermentoratCatch22.Asensitiveandreflectiveyoungman,Thomas demonstrates a high level of compassion for the people with whom he engaged. Moreover I was impressed with his ability to combine his volunteer, work placement experience and his studies in a manner that aided his development on the course.Antoine Rogers

AHS Prize FundFinal year student, Outstanding Achievement in FacultyMary ReayBSc (Hons) Psychology, Year 3, Full-timeMary has shown a strong understanding of all areas of psychology, and completed a number of high quality essays and reports as part ofherdegree.ThishardworkandtalentculminatedinMary’sfinalyear project, which examined biases in the face processing. Given Mary’s talents, it is unsurprising that this project was innovative and well-executed and eventually received one of the highest grades of those submitted this year. Her health psychology report also received an excellent grade of 92%. Throughout the course Mary has shown herself to have all the key skills needed to become an excellent social scientist, and we are sure she will do well in her chosen career.Dan Frings

Scholarships The Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship 2012/13The Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship is available for U or International students, and the recipients receive up to £4,000 towards fees for their full Masters level programme or Research degree.Scholarships are awarded primarily on academic merit and evidence of applicants’ commitment to their future career and their previous practical or academic achievement. The Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships are made possible by donations to the University’s Annual Fund from alumni and other supporters.

Lady-Marie Dawson- MalcolmLLM International Human Rights and Development, Year 1, Part-time

Louise CarmichaelPGCE Primary, Year 1, Full-time

Anna BoadenLLM/PGDip/CPE Legal Studies, Year 1, Part-time

Esmond Robinson Scholarship 2012/13This scholarship is funded by Helen Prenn in memory of her son Esmond Robinson. It funds a place on LSBU’s highly regarded MSc in Addiction Psychology & Counselling. Ms Prenn explains, “Having had a drug problem in his early life, Esmond devoted the last drug-free part of his life to helping addicts free themselves from their habits and stay drug free. I want this scholarship and future ones to enable Esmond’s work to continue. This scholarship provides an opportunity for students accepted onto the course but who can’t afford to fund it themselves.”

Daniel AvitalMSc Addiction Psychology and Counselling, Year 1, Part-time

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Department of Social SciencesCourse Director’s Prize: Social PolicyOutstanding AchievementThomas WilkinsonBA/BSc (Hons) Social and Policy Studies Scheme, Year 3, Full-timeThomas graduated with a 1st Class degree in Social Policy and an overall average of 78%. Thomas was nominated for this award because he was the most academically and intellectually capable student on the course. Thomas impressed lecturers with his level of enthusiasm to learn which he demonstrated by his consistent commitment and dedication to his studies. He read widely and this showed up in the kind of policy analysis he was able to undertake in hisassignments.Thomasisalsoextremelyreflectiveandsensitiveto other perspectives and this was demonstrated in his contributions to class discussions and his interactions with other students and lecturers.Thomasachieved78%forhisfinalyeardissertationwhichexamined voluntary obligations and investigated different voluntary sector organization’s approach to the management of volunteer youth mentors and the impact on volunteer youth mentor commitments. In the end he produced a fascinating dissertation that was extremely thought provoking and exceptionally well written. We were pleased to support his application for Post Graduate studies at the London School of Economicswhereweexpecthewillfindfurthersuccess.Antoine Rogers

Course Director’s Prize: SociologyOutstanding AchievementCrystal KerrBA/BSc (Hons) Social and Policy Studies Scheme, Year 3, Full-timeCrystal Kerr achieved an excellent 1st Class honours degree, which included some unusually high marks on individual modules. This achievementwasanaccuratereflectionofherabilitytothinkcriticallyand to mobilise sophisticated theoretical understandings of academic material. Crystal was always thoroughly well-prepared for classroom discussions and had a positive and open-minded attitude to learning. She also interacted very positively and cheerfully with other students and members of staff. All of the positive qualities that Crystal brought to her studies meant that she was always a pleasure to teach and that shecanlookforwardwithconfidencetoherfuturestudiesandcareer.Sharminder Takhar

Scheme Directors’ Prize Social and Policy Studies SchemeOutstanding AchievementThomas WilkinsonBA/BSc (Hons) Social and Policy Studies Scheme, Year 3, Full-timeThomas was nominated for this award because he was the most academically and intellectually capable student on the course and stoodoutamongstallstudents.Hiscapabilityisreflectedinhisoverallaverage of 78%. Thomas demonstrated a high level of analytical skills in his essays. His dissertation explored voluntary obligations and investigated different voluntary sector organization’s approach to the management of volunteer youth mentors and the impact on volunteer youth mentor commitments. His topic was well conceived and thoroughly researched and he achieved 78% for his work on the dissertation. Overall Thomas demonstrated a high level of warmth and compassion for the people with whom he engaged and was very much respected and admired by other students on the course and by his social policy lectures as well. Adrian Budd

Executive Dean’s PrizeOutstanding Achievement in Subject (Final Year Student)Olga MncubeBA/BSc (Hons) Social and Policy Studies Scheme, Year 3, Full-timeOlga Mncube produced high quality work during her time at LSBU and thoroughly deserves this prize. Her achievement is all the more noteworthy as she pursued her studies while managing a number of other responsibilities. Her excellent result is a testament to both her intellectual abilities and her tenacious and spirited personality. Furthermore, she completed a second-year work placement in a voluntary organisation in which she played a major role, leading her work-place supervisor to say that she was a real asset to the organisation. Olga showed dedication and commitment to her studies and was a highly motivated student. Her amiable personality and her ability to interact with others made her a well-liked student and a pleasure to teach.Adrian Budd and Shaminder Takhar

Course Director’s Prize: Development StudiesOutstanding AchievementHarriet CuttingMSc Development Studies, Year 3, Part-timeHarriet was an exceptional student, who produced work of distinction level on every unit of the MSc Development Studies – a result which has been previously achieved by only one student on the MSc in the twenty years since its inception. She was extremely hard-working andcommittedtoworkandresearchintheDevelopmentfield.Herresearch dissertation was outstanding – a detailed, thorough and comprehensive analysis of the developmental consequences of the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) of the Kyoto Protocol. Harriet assessed the impact of the CDM in relation to her case study, India. Herfindingshighlightedimportantareasforpotentialimprovement,andare of considerable importance for environmental policy-makers.John Taylor

Course Director's Prize: CriminologyOutstanding AchievementJulie SmithBSc (Hons) Criminology, Year 3, Full-timeJulie Smith has been awarded the Course Director’s prize for criminology not just because she graduated with the highest average mark in her cohort, but because she managed to do this despite facing various personal challenges. What is more, as well as showing a high degree of academic aptitude, Julie has also consistently found time to engage in extra-curriculur activities relating to her studies, and also to help and support classmates in both their criminological work and in dealing with their own personal problems. Julie has been a pleasure to teach. She has the clear potential to do well in postgraduate studies and I hope to see her return to study for an MSc with us in the near future.Gary Potter

Course Director's Prize: International PoliticsOutstanding AchievementLudovico VenturiniBA/BSc (Hons) Social and Policy Studies Scheme, Year 3, Full-timeLudovico is a worthy winner of the Course Director’s prize for International Politics. He was thoroughly engaged with his studies at LSBU from the outset in Year 1 and produced work of a consistently highqualityduringhisthreeyearshere.Muchofhisfinalyearwork,including his dissertation, was exceptional and the product of a sharp intelligence allied to diligence, determination and attention to detail. Ludovico was an exceptional student in other ways too – he was well-liked by his class-mates and played a full role in seminars and class-room discussions. Ludovico was a pleasure to teach and the academic staff in the department anticipate a very bright future for him.Adrian Budd

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Course Director’s Prize: Social Research MethodsOutstanding AchievementHilary Burkitt MSc Social Research Methods, Year 3, Part-timeHilary Burkitt was an exceptional student. She received high marks across her modules and a distinction for the course. She demonstrated an especially strong aptitude for statistical analysis, quickly grasping statistical concepts and how to use statistical software. She demonstrated she could put research principles into practice in her outstandingly good dissertation on housing policy. Her dissertation used original data and a range of different analytical techniques. Hilary has a great future as social researcher.Matthew Bond

Course Director’s Prize: Refugee StudiesOutstanding AchievementAmina AkanoMSc Refugee Studies, Year 2, Full-timeAmina is intelligent and has an analytical mind. She is very bright and hard-working. Throughout the course, she has been able to demonstrate an impressive ability to pursue independent and innovative study and research activities. Her knowledge and interests in forced migration and development issues are extensive. Her approach to writing and addressing complex issues demonstrate an excellent use of relevant knowledge, explanation, very well developed and structured logical presentation of arguments and imaginative and critical thinking. Amina is ambitious and highly motivated. She is a role model student. Gaim Kibreab

Course Director’s Prize: Combined DegreesOutstanding AchievementRoger ShodekeBA (Hons) International Politics With Law, Year 3, Full-timeRoger Shodeke produced consistently outstanding work during his time at LSBU. He is an exceptionally motivated and thoughtful student with an impressive understanding of key processes and developments inmanyfieldsofsocialandpoliticallifeacrossawidegeographicalsweep. This was demonstrated by his project-work on the Niger Delta and the time he spent in Latin America during his studies at LSBU. Roger’s attendance and engagement with his studies were exemplary, and his contributions to classroom discussions highly valued by both his fellow students and members of the academic staff. I believe that Roger has a highly successful career ahead of him in whatever direction he chooses to go.Adrian Budd

Laurence Marlow’s Prize in CriminologyGood Academic Achievement combined with a) Service to the Course and/or b) to the Community e.g. through VolunteeringSandra AgyemangBSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology, Year 3, Full-timeSandra Agyemang is awarded the Laurence Marlow’s Prize in Criminology.Thisisareflectionofherenduringcommitmenttocriminological enquiry. Sandra’s academic work has shown consistent intellectual development, achieving consistently high marks across all areasandanupwardprofileoverherthreeyearsofstudy.Thisprizehowever,reflectsmorethanjustheracademicachievement:Sandrahas demonstrated her commitment to criminology through undertaking a range of voluntary work during her time of study. In so doing, she ably balanced her academic and external commitments and was able to reach and engage with ‘real life’ criminology in ways that go beyond the academic. Through the range of her volunteering activity, Sandra has contributed much to the work of various organisations and has also contributed much to improving her fellow students’ experience of criminology at LSBU, as demonstrated by her active and insightful contributions in class. Sandra was a thoughtful and empathetic student who demonstrated a high level of warmth and compassion for those with whom she engaged and was very much respected by other students on the course. Marisa Silvestri

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Department of PsychologyExecutive Dean’s PrizeOutstanding Achievement in Subject (Final Year Student)Mark WoodMSc Addiction Psychology and Counselling, Year 3, Part-timeTo date, Mark has won all of the prizes for the MSc in Addiction Psychology and Counselling programme, that is, 1st year, 2nd year and the MSc prize. His excellent performance on the programme over all three years easily warrants the award of these prizes but as well as such achievements and success regarding academic and treatment practice, we believe that Mark’s continued interest in and enthusiasm for his work with young people in addiction treatment settings makes him also a worthy recipient of this year’s Executive Dean’s prize. We feel immensely proud that Mark chose to come to LSBU in order to receive his training in addiction psychology and counselling and we wishhimsuccessinallthathedoesinthefutureandareconfidentthathisworkwillhaveapositiveimpactintheaddictiontreatmentfield.Jacqui Lawrence

Course Director’s Prize: Addiction Psychology and CounsellingOutstanding Performance and Application - Year 1Cassandra HoganMSc Addiction Psychology and Counselling, Year 1, Part-timeCassandra has made an excellent start on the programme so far and has demonstrated a keen understanding of and interest in the addictionfieldintermsofboththeoreticalissuesandassociatedpractical applications. A popular member of her student cohort, her input during group discussion with regard to addiction related themes and philosophical concerns have become a valued part of the learning experience for both her peers and members of the teaching team alike and we wish her continued success on the programme.Jacqui Lawrence

Course Director’s Prize: Addiction Psychology and CounsellingOutstanding Performance and Application - Year 2Sarah HopewellMSc Addiction Psychology and Counselling, Year 2, Part-timeSarah, having won the 1st year prize last year, has continued to work at a consistently high standard in all aspects of the programme. Her academic work concerning addiction psychology has proven to be excellent both in terms of her having not only demonstrated a sound understanding of existing theories of addiction but also of how these may be used in order to inform therapeutic practice in the addictions field.Sarahhasalsocontinuedtoworkwellinherclinicalpracticetraining where she consistently demonstrates thoughtfulness and sensitivity towards all concerned. We wish her continued success in Year 3 of the programme and indeed in her future career working within theaddictiontreatmentfield. Jacqui Lawrence

Course Director’s Prize: Addiction Psychology and CounsellingOutstanding Performance and Application – MScMark WoodMSc Addiction Psychology and Councelling, Year 3, Part-timeThis is the third time that Mark has been awarded a Departmental Prize for his outstanding performance on the MSc Addiction Psychology and Counselling programme. Throughout his three years studying on the programme he performed at a consistently high standard in terms of both academic and clinical work and was immensely popular with his student peers as well as with staff. For his MSc dissertation, Mark examined the role of religion/spirituality for youth in treatment for substance use. Having conducted several interviews in order to explore this theme, the results in relation to this were both interesting and useful in terms of having implications with regard to future treatment strategiesthatmayprovebeneficialwhenworkingwithyoungpeoplewhose lives have been affected by addiction. Mark intends to conduct more research into this area and to continue to work with young people affected by such issues and we wish him well in all that he does and feel sure that we will be hearing more about Mark and his excellent workintheaddictiontreatmentfieldinthefuture.Jacqui Lawrence

Course Director’s Prize: Undergraduate PsychologyOutstanding AchievementLaura AllamBSc (Hons) Psychology, Year 3, Full-timeLaura is a wonderful student to work with, possesing an enquiring mind and a sense of diligence. Across her degree course, Laura has consistently performed at a 1st standard and as such she is very deserving of this prize. While Laura has always been a key member of any group she been in, she has also shown herself to be highly capable of independent study. Laura always expects the best from herself,andthisisreflectedinbothherworkethicandperformance.Dan Frings

Course Director’s Prize: Investigate Forensic Psychology - Taught Outstanding Performance in Taught UnitsDebbie CollinsMSc Investigative Forensic Psychology, Year 2, Part-timeDebbie has performed at a consistently high level across all the taught units on MSc Investigative Forensic Psychology. She has been eager to learn from day one and has an enquiring mind. Debbie has a great ability to critically evaluate research and integrate differing theories when considering issues related to psychological aspects of investigation. She always contributes to class discussions and is supportive of her fellow students. Debbie has been an absolute pleasure to teach.Rachel Wilcock

Course Director’s Prize: Investigate Forensic Psychology - DisserationOutstanding Performance in DissertationCheryl CummingsMSc Investigative Forensic Psychology, Year 3, Part-timeCheryl’sdissertationwasonpolicedecisionmakingbyfirearmsofficers,titled:Theeffectofstimulus,backgroundintelligence,andweaponpositiononuseoflethalforcebyfirearmsofficers.Cherylhasreceived the prize for the dissertation because she was so committed to her dissertation research and worked extremely hard on it and at timesunderdifficultcircumstances.Ultimatelysheproducedawelldesigned and conducted piece of research that addressed a real world problem in policing with reference to psychological theory and evidence. It is hoped that the data in this dissertation will be published and disseminated to police practitioners.Rachel Wilcock

British Psychology Society PrizeBest Graduating Student in SubjectMary ReayBSc (Hons) Psychology, Year 3, Full-timeMary has shown a strong understanding of all areas of psychology, and completed a number of high quality essays and reports as part ofherdegree.ThishardworkandtalentculminatedinMary’sfinalyear project, which examined biases in the face processing. Given Mary’s talents, it is unsurprising that this project was innovative and well-executed and eventually received one of the highest grades of those submitted this year. Her health psychology report also received an excellent grade of 92%. Throughout the course Mary has shown herself to have all the key skills needed to become an excellent social scientist, and we sure will do well in her chosen career.Dan Frings

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Executive Dean’s PrizeOutstanding Achievement in Subject (Final Year Student)andCourse Director’s Prize: Theatre Practice: Creative ProducingOutstanding AchievementTonje Olaussen BA (Hons) Theatre Practice: Creative Producing, Year 3, Full-timeTonje Olaussen has taken every opportunity to extend herself and her practice as an undergraduate on the Theatre Practice: Creative Producing course. Whilst being self-disciplined, self-motivated and quietly ambitious for her own work she has equally been supportive and generous to her colleagues in collective activity. Tonje has especially developed her own directorial practice and has shown a genuineflairandtalentthatpromisesgreatsuccessintheprofession.ShemadesurethatshespecialisedinthisareaforherfinalyearElective Internship and her second year production of a one-act play in a London venue was the strongest piece of direction by any student on the course to date at any level.Jonathan Banatvala

Course Director’s Prize: Arts ManagementOutstanding AchievementJacqueline TomesBA (Hons) Arts Management, Year 3, Full-timeJackie Tomes is being awarded the Course Director’s Prize on account of her consistently high academic performance on the Arts Management degree course. This record has been demonstrated by gaining overall averages of 72 % in Year 1, 76% in Year 2 and 77% in Year 3. Her exemplary academic achievements are also well matched by her abilities and initiatives both in the university and the workplace. While on the course, Jackie exhibited tremendous leadership qualities in the conceiving and development of a Year 2 class event ‘Classical Playground’. This performance event, unique in the history of course set out to challenge perceptions of classical music. Jackie worked as a member of the Finance and Marketing team, but also negotiated with the university’s marketing department resulting in the making of a promotion video for the Arts Management course. She worked as a Student Ambassador, gaining the Student Ambassador of the Year Award in 2010, and was subsequently designated as Lead Ambassador for the Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences. Throughout her time at university she also maintained part time employment with a global market research company, occasionally undertaking international travel as part of her role.Jackie’s strong academic and professional achievements in additional to her personal motivation and commitment to intellectual endeavour make her an excellent candidate for the Course Director’s Prize.Pauline Muir

Course Director’s Prize: MA Creative Media ArtsOutstanding AchievementLara GonzalezMA Creative Media Arts Scheme, Year 3, Part-timeThe course director’s prize is awarded to Lara Gonzalez in recognition ofheroutstandingachievementsinthefieldofbookartswhichsheelected as her area of artistic practice and academic research. Despite somedifficultpersonalcircumstancesshehasshowngreatdedicationin delivering excellent creative and academic work which makes an originalcontributiontothefield.Laraalsogenerouslygaveuphertime to share her expertise in book arts, contributing to classes for undergraduate photography students.Phillip Hammond

Department of Culture, Writing and Performance Course Director’s Prize: English with Creative WritingOutstanding AchievementAmy DurdenBA (Hons) Creative Writing , Year 3, Full-timeInourveryfirstcohortofCreativeWritinggraduates,AmyDurdenhas set the standard very high for the degree. She applied herself conscientiously and enthusiastically, and her work has gone from strengthtostrengthduringthecourse.SheachievedagreatfinalyearMajorProject,commendedbothforitsfineliteraryqualitiesandsocialcommitment. Karlien Van Den Beukel

Course Director’s Prize: Drama and Performance StudiesOutstanding AchievementZindzi WilesBA (Hons) Drama and Performance Studies, Year 3, Full-timeZindzi came to the course as a mature student and from the beginning impressed everyone with her focus, determination and desire to succeed. Her own personal creative journey was not always easy but Zindzi’s powers of application and dedication meant that she always produced her best work even when she was less than comfortable with material. But what is most striking about Zindzi’s achievements is that herowndedicationandcommitmenttotheworkinfluencedallofthosearound her. She inspired other students to work to their own personal best and to go the extra mile through her own motivation and was a hugelypositiveinfluenceforthewholegroup.Zindziwaspartofthegroup which toured to Shanghai in November 2011 and she proved an excellentrepresentativeoftheUniversity.Herfinalperformanceprojectsawthefloweringofherowncreativeprocessandshewasawardeda well-deserved 1st and commended by the external examiner for the innovative, exciting and thought-provoking response to the work of Roland Barthes.Gill Foster

Course Director’s Prize: Film StudiesOutstanding AchievementJonathan StearnBA (Hons) Film Studies, Year 3, Full-timeThe Course Director’s Prize for Film Studies is awarded to Jonathan Stearn.Johnnyisanenthusiasticanddedicatedfilmstudiesstudentwhohasapassionforfilminbothitsacademicandpracticaldimensions. His work always showed an inquisitive mind and an intelligent application. He was an irrepressible presence in class and his warm and friendly manner made him a very popular member of his cohort. He brought knowledge and wit to seminars, and his open and positive attitude helped to keep class debates fresh, relevant and inclusive.Johnnyisakeenandtalentedfilmmakerandhehasadesireto pursue his vocation to the very top. All of the Film Studies team wish him all the very best of luck in this ambition.Ricardo Domizio

Course Director’s Prize: Media and Cultural Studies Outstanding AchievementAnna PolizzottoBA (Hons) Media and Cultural Studies, Year 3, Full-timeAnna achieved 1st Class Honours in BA Media and Cultural Studies. Her achievement is all the more impressive as she came to study at LSBU from another country in Europe and English is not her native language. However, throughout her three years here, her written work was of the highest standard and she continually achieved levels above those of her peers. She was a valuable contributor to classroom discussions and was a pleasure to teach. We wish her all the very best for her future career.Terry Daniels

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Department of Arts and Media Executive Dean’s PrizeOutstanding Achievement in Subject (Final Year Student)Callum ReadBA (Hons) Music and Sonic Media, Year 3, Full-timeCallum Read is an multi-talented graduate of BA(Hons) Music and Sonic Media, who has demonstrated a highly perceptve approach to both conceptual research and production work. Although a lead guitarist in a band, he has chosen audio books as his medium, rather than music production. This may well be related to a desire to address Dyslexia in a creative manner. Already during his second year, he proved himself an excellent project manager, directing the script and actor, producing the sound design, research appropriate music researchand,finally,creatingthefinalsoundmix.Duringhisfinalyear,the notion of the audio book was taken further, to become a convincing fantasy radio show that mixes narrative drama, advertsing and jingles in one excellent sound production. In addition, his 1st class Dissertation offers a challenging approach to the heavy metal music genre and gained special praise from the External Examiner. The course team is convinced that, with his professional and imaginative approach to this work, Callum will go far in his career as creative sound producer and will thereby be an ambassador for our faculty for years to come. Hillegonda Rietveld

Course Director’s Prize: Digital Media ArtsOutstanding AchievementAndrew LoganBA (Hons) Digital Media Arts, Year 3, Full-timeAndrew Logan has performed solidly throughout his three years on the BA (Hons) Digital Media Arts degree, demonstrating an excellent level of professionalism and studentship. In his Major Project, his work was predominantly self-directed, and he took on the creative and technical challenge of producing an iPad application to help children share their stories. Pursuing this interest in storytelling, his dissertation focused on analysing the relationship between immersion and storytelling in roll play games. He combines a love of coding with an aesthetic and practical application in his creative work, and this will be an asset for future projects he undertakes.Tahera Aziz

Course Director’s Prize: Digital Film and VideoOutstanding AchievementHarry BryerBA (Hons) Digital Film and Video, Year 3, Full-timeHarry Bryer completed a remarkable three years with an impressive suiteoffilmsandacademicwork.Hisfinalfilmwasbothambitiousandoriginalandshowedadistinctflairforvisuallyexpressivestorytelling.Harry’s dissertation offered a compelling discussion of the function of theheroinpost9/11Hollywoodfilmmaking,focusinginparticularonhow this hero must contend with and accommodate the people power that shapes contemporary, social media practices. A gentleman and a scholarandafilmmakerofgreattalent.Patrick Tarrant

Course Director’s Prize: Digital PhotographyOutstanding AchievementMaggie SokolowskaBA (Hons) Digital Photography, Year 3, Full-timeMaggie was nominated for the prize for her consistently high level of practiceandengagementwithstudyacrossthefinalyear.CreatingfirstclasspiecesofworkforbothherPilotandMajorProject,she continuously developed and improved on her work. She also demonstrating a clear progression in terms of success from year one through the second year on into the third year of study.Richard Sawdon Smith

Course Director’s Prize: Game CulturesOutstanding AchievementJoshua CondisonBA (Hons) Game Cultures, Year 3, Full-timeIt’s not often that one associates the conception of spirituality with the practice of making videogames. However, Joshua Condison’s remarkablefinalyeargamesprojectRedemptiondemonstratedthe capacity videogames have for tackling religious subject matter. Further, Redemption’s unique and visually arresting art style subverts the players’ expectations of the traditional game platform mechanic. The game, thus, provokes deep thought, and as such, can be considered ground breaking on both artistic and genre fronts. Joshua’s commitment to his faith pervaded all elements of his practice and his helpful nature made him an asset to the course. He is considerate, diligent, and generous with his time. Joshua is a talented artist, but it is his willingness to take risks with his creative work that is most inspiring to me.Siobhán Thomas

Course Director’s Prize: Music and Sonic MediaOutstanding AchievementJames GorelyBA (Hons) Music and Sonic Media, Year 3, Full-timeJames Gorely is a mature graduate, who has worked consistently hard at all aspects of the work required for the BA Music and Sonic Media, not only technically and creatively, but also conceptually and intellectually.Hisfinalyearproject,thesounddesignforasetofshortdigitallygeneratedfilms,isoutstanding,makinghiminstantlyemployable at a reputable production studio. The richly detailed and subtle use of sound makes the abstract visual narratives believable, which is even more amazing if one considers that James had to overcome the onset of Tinnitus, the experience of continuously ringing sounds due to damage to the inner ear. To ensure future employment, Jamesthereforediversifiedbyaddressingcopyrightissuesinmusicsampling in his Dissertation through an original research project regarding drum & bass production practices. In summary, James’s tenacity, professional pragmatism and creative precision has gained him the respect of the teaching team and I therefore award James Gorely the Course Director’s prize for BA Music and Sonic Media.Hillegonda Rietveld

The Traac PrizeOutstanding Achievement in Film Making (Best Film)James MatejkaBA (Hons) Digital Film and Video, Year 3, Full-timeJamesMatejka’sfinalyearfilm,amockumentaryaboutawanna-berock star, proved to be the standout performer of the graduating class of2011/12.Adevastatinganalysisofdelusionanddesire,thisfilmwasaneasypickforPaulRichardsfromTRAACfilmswhogreatlyadmiredits wit and satirical wisdom.Patrick Tarrant

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Department of EducationExecutive Dean’s PrizeOutstanding Achievement in Subject (Final Year Student)Edward FunnellPost GCE Early Years (3-7), Year 1, Full-timeEd Funnell strove tirelessly throughout his course to give of his best. He has shown an outstanding ability to cater for different learning styles and provide an educational experience for all children in his classes of the very highest quality. Roger Woods

Course Director’s Prize: MA EducationOutstanding AchievementLiz CaltonMA Programme in Education, Year 2, Part-timeThe assignments that Liz produced over the period of the course were ofconsistentlyexcellentquality;morethanthis,theyhavereflecteddeep and critical engagement with practice. Liz is a dedicated teacher whoispreparedtolookunflinchinglyattheworkshedoeswithyoungpeople;thisbothgivesusgreatsatisfactionandstronglysuggeststhather activity will really have enhanced her students’ experiences.Peter Winbourne

Course Director’s Prize: Education for SustainabilityBest DissertationJanice Yelland-SutcliffeMSc Education for Sustainability, Year 3, Part-timeJanicehasachievedanexcellentpieceofresearchwhichreflectsher personal passion for and commitment to a transforming culturefor social and ecological justice. She has great potential to be an extremely effective agent for change.Ros Wade

Course Director’s Prize: Diploma in Lifelong Learning Skills Sector (Teaching)Outstanding AchievementSharon MenaDiploma in Lifelong Learning Skills Sector (Teaching), Year 2, Part-timeSharon is an inspiration and an outstanding role model for future teachers in the post compulsory sector. She has made excellent use of her time on the DTLLS course and its curriculum content to continuously develop and improve upon her own professional practices. Her innovative and highly effective approach to teaching and learning, the use of her developing knowledge and understanding of educational theoriesandherstrongreflectiveskills,thatarebothperceptiveandself challenging, has resulted in a strong student-centred approach that is both differentiated and inclusive.Jayne Morgan

Course Director’s Prize: Certificate In Lifelong Learning Skills Sector (Teaching)Outstanding AchievementJanet HamiltonPostgraduate Certificate In Lifelong Learning (PGCert LL) Vocational Subject Specialist Mentoring, Year 1, Part-timeJanet’s approach to mentoring has been exemplary over the past nine months. Her ability to embed a range of cutting-edge theory into her practice is matched only by the compassion, sensitivity and extensive support she provides. Her mentees’ successes this year, in spite of a highly challenging set of circumstances, is in no small part due to Janet’s tireless and skilful interventions. Jayne Morgan

Course Director’s Prize: Foundation and Top-upOutstanding AchievementGlenn McCanceBA (Hons) Education, Year 1, Full-timeFor demonstrating dedication and commitment to his studies and making an outstanding contribution to the course. He provided meaningful activities for children above and beyond what was expected of him. His dissertation showed an in-depth understanding of the ways in which critical thinking skills can be developed with children in the primary age range. Clare Copeland

Course Director’s Prize: ITEExcellence in taking Theory into PracticeAngela PrestwichQTS + BA Registered Teachers Programme, Year 1, Full-time Angela has demonstrated outstanding determination and commitment tobecomingateacher.Herdedicationandefficiencydespitemanycomplicated circumstances have been remarkable and worthy of this prize.Janet Ramdeo

Head of Department’s PrizeOutstanding Performance in Equality, Inclusion and CitizenshipElise CrossProfessional GCE Early Years (3-7), Year 1, Full-timeElise has developed into a teacher of outstanding promise. Her coursework and teaching practice both display the qualities of an extremelyreflectivepractitioner.Roger Woods

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Department of LawExecutive Dean's PrizeOutstanding Achievement in Subject (Final Year Student)Lauren ToyntonLLB (Hons) Law, Year 3, Full-timeLauren graduated with a 1st Class Honours degree in Law. She worked consistently at a high standard and achieved excellent marksacrossherfinalyearofstudiesleadingtothisawardforoutstanding achievement. She performed particularly well in her Family Law modules and her tutors were generally impressed with her conscientiousness and her preparation for class, together with her thoughtful and helpful contributions. Outside the classroom Lauren was a Student Ambassador, a role which she carried out with great commitment and professionalism. She worked for several of our Faculty recruitment events, talking to prospective students about student life at LSBU with real enthusiasm. Andy Unger

Course Director’s Prize: LLB Law (Full-time)Best Graduating Student on Full-time LLBSamuel GabyLLB (Hons) Law, Year 3, Full-timeSam graduated with a 1st Class Honours degree in Law. This was very well deserved and was a reward for his hard work and commitment to the course. His Land Law lecturer commented that he was an exceptionally enthusiastic and able student who not only read in advance of the seminars but also of the lectures. He was thoroughly well-prepared for his classes generally and made very valuable contributions to the debate and discussions. Sam is a true example of what learning is all about - hard work and application. We hope he becomes a Property Lawyer!Chris Shepherd

Course Director’s Prize: LLB Law (Part-time)Best Graduating Student on Part-time LLBRonald FielderLLB (Hons) Law, Year 4, Part-timeRon graduated with a thoroughly deserved 1st Class Honours degree in Law. Clearly a very able student, he showed early on that he has an insight into the law and his hard work was rewarded by consistently highgrades.Ronoftenaskedthenewanddifficultquestionwhichthe lecturer paused to answer! As well as his individual performance, Ron was the gel of his group and was universally respected by staff and students alike. His study of law has required him to balance the demands of the course with a busy working and family life but he is proof that part-time, conscientious and mature students can be a valuable asset to a law course. Ron was a previous prize winner in his third year. Robert Hush

Course Director’s Prize: LLM Outstanding PerformanceJoanne CarlyleLLM Crime and Litigation, Year 3, Part-timeThe prize is awarded to Joanne Carlyle for obtaining the highest marks in her year group. Joanne’s work throughout the course was outstanding. It demonstrated, in particular independence of mind and ability to be self motivated in academic work and professional practice. Joanne was a dedicated, hard-working and conscientious student and this award is extremely well deserved. We wish her all the best in the future.Emmanouela Mylonaki

Course Director’s Prize: Post Graduate Diploma Legal Studies/CPEOutstanding Achievement for Graduating Student on Full-time and Part-time PGDip/CPESimon InnesLLM/PGDip/CPE Legal Studies, Year 1, Full-timeSimon passed the CPE / Post Graduate Diploma course, obtaining the highest overall mark in the year. His success was richly deserved. He was a keen contributor to class discussion and his written work was of anexcellentstandard.Hisprojectexploringthedifficultiesofcausationdemonstrated outstanding research and initiative, and was an insightful piece of scholarship. He was always prepared to contribute, and had a fineindependenceofthought.Wewishhimeverysuccessinthefuture.Tracy Aquino

Course Director’s Prize: Combined DegreesOutstanding AchievementNigina YusupovaLLB (Hons) Law with Psychology, Year 2, Full-timeThis prize was awarded to Nigina while she was in the second year of her Combined Degree in Law with Psychology. It is in recognition of her outstanding achievement on her course. She is a conscientious and intelligent student, who consistently produces carefully prepared work andthisisreflectedinthehighgradesthathavebeenawardedtoherso far on her course. She applied to be a Legal Advice Clinic Student VolunteerinherfinalyearandtheDirectorsoftheAdviceClinicwere pleased to offer her a place following an interview, in which she demonstrated a professional approach to her studies.Nina Tiagi

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John Bennett TrustTrust for Applicants of African/Caribbean OriginSimone MarstonLLB (Hons) Law, Year 3, Full-timeThe John Bennett award for 2011-12 goes to Simone Marston. The decisiontomakethisawardreflectsSimone’sachievementsthroughher degree studies and is intended to support her stated aim to pursue a career as a professional lawyer. The John Bennett Trust was founded in 1993 to address the issue of under-representation of Black (African/Caribbean) people within the legal profession. The trust honours the memory of John Mahoney Bennett, a Black Briton, who died from canceron6October,1992attheageof25.Johnhadqualifiedasasolicitorfivedaysearlier.Followinghisuntimelydeathatwhatshouldhave been the outset of his professional career, John’s close friends were inspired to form the trust in his name and aid the efforts of those working on greater Black representation in his chosen profession.John Koo

The Rolando Gaete PrizeBest Graduating StudentSanne Van Den BesselaarLLM Human Rights and International Development, Year 2, Full-timeSannevandenBesselaarhasbeennominatedtobethefirstrecipientof the Rolando Gaete prize for the best graduating student on the LLM International Human Rights and Development programme on account of her outstanding work on the LLM throughout her studies. Sanne graduatedinJuly2012fromourfirstcohortofstudentsandcurrentlyworksinhernativeHollandasaJuniorPolicyOfficerforamentalhealth rights charity. Her current projects include research on promoting clientsafetyandcombatinghumantrafficking.Andy Unger

Rolando Gaete was a human rights lawyer and a member of the Law Department for nearly 18 years. His teaching inspired the creation of our LLM International Human Rights and Development programme. He trained and qualified as a lawyer in Chile. During the time of the Pinochet dictatorship he acted as a defence advocate before the military tribunals until death threats forced him and his young family to flee Chile and seek political asylum in the UK. Rolando joined our University in 1983 and worked here until his retirement and return to Chile in June 2000. Rolando’s research interests related to theoretical approaches to human rights and the nature of good and evil. His most well-known work was Human Rights and the Limits of Critical Reason (Applied Legal Philosophy) published in 1993 by Dartmouth Publishing Co Ltd. Sadly, Rolando died on the 25th February 2008 from cancer. This Prize is given in his memory and in recognition of the contribution he made to the life of the University and to the teaching of Human Rights at LSBU.

Lexis Nexis Law PrizeOutstanding Achievement for Graduating Student on Full-time LLBCarla ReveloLLB (Hons) Law, Year 3, Full-timeCarla has demonstrated academic excellence throughout her time atLSBU.Sheisaformidablyhardworkerwithafinecapacityforanalytical thinking and a highly succinct and accurate writing style which means that all her written work is concise, to the point and illuminating. Besides her academic work, Carla devoted a great deal of time and effort in her second year to the revival of the now thriving and lively Student Law Society, demonstrating in the process an impressive desire that interesting and exciting opportunities for advancement in the law should be available for as many students as possible. She is a worthy recipient of this prize and indeed of the prestigious training contractshehasjustifiablysecured.Cherry James

Sweet and Maxwell Law PrizeBest Performing Continuing Student on Full-time LLBAkim Tejan-ColeLLB (Hons) Law, Year 1, Full-timeAkimhasachievedexceptionalmarksduringthecourseofhisfirstyear on the LLB. His performance has been consistent and his hard work and conmitment have certainly warranted recognition and commendment. Akim has much potential and his dedication today will certainlyopendoorstoaflourishingfuture.Risham Chohan

Sweet and Maxwell Law PrizeBest Performing Continuing Student on Part-time LLBIfeanyi OnabuLLB (Hons) Law, Year 3, Part-timeIfeanyi richly deserves the prize for the best performing continuing part-timestudent.Hisprofileofmarksthisyearwasverygoodindeedand this continues the high standards he has consistently achieved throughout his time so far at LSBU. The consistency of his work is particularly impressive for a student juggling study with a demanding full time job. In addition to his academic achievements, it should be said that Ify brings high standards of professional behaviour and engagement to the classroom with his measured and thoughtful contributions.Cherry James

Oxford University Press PrizeOutstanding AchievementBlake WilnerLLB (Hons) Law, Year 4, Part-timeBlake work consistently showed insightful thinking into the underlying purposes of the law. Blake is able to apply the rules, evidence his answers, and fundamentally expose the rationale and policy framework within which legal decisions are made. Blake’s qualities were amply evidencedbyhisexcellentfinalyearprojectonthelawrelatingtoprivacy, which demonstrated excellent research and an original approach. Last year, Blake found time to volunteer in the LSBU Legal Advice Clinicandhelpedalargenumberofclientsfindpracticalsolutionstotheir real world legal problems.John Koo

Routledge Cavendish Book PrizeBest Performing Student on Full-time & Part-time CPENicole BaughanLLM/PGDip/CPE Legal Studies, Year 1, Full-timeNicole was the outstanding part time student in her year, obtaining the highest marks on the part time course. She has demonstrated academic excellence whilst managing the demands of her career. Her written work was always of a high standard demonstrating both an understanding of the law and a critical awareness of the policies that shaped the law. She was a hardworking, highly organized and effective learner. Her insightful contributions were articulated persuasively and effectively, and her considerable skills will no doubt stand her in good stead in the future. We wish her well.Tracy Aquino

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Department of Urban, Environment and Leisure StudiesExecutive Dean’s PrizeOutstanding Achievement in Subject (Final Year Student)Melody GrelatBA (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality, Year 4, Full-timeMelody has been an exceptional student who has acheived the highest standards amongst her peers. Her attention to detail and exceptional hard work has reaped its rewards in terms of her academic scores and finaldegreeclassification.Edward Isaacs

Course Director’s Prize: HNC HousingOutstanding AchievementEdyta Blaszczyk HNC Housing Studies, Year 2, Part-timeSince commencing her studies as a part-time student on the HNC Housing course, Edyta has demonstrated that she is a diligent and conscientious student. Edyta has produced some outstanding coursework and achieved excellent marks throughout the course. Edyta has been a key contributor in class discussions and has used her professional experience to enhance her studies both in discussions and in written submissions. Given the consistently high standards and attitude displayed in work Edyta is very deserving of this award. Sonia Leeyou

Course Director’s Prize: BA HousingOutstanding Achievement and CommitmentGeraldine Reidy BA (Hons) Housing Studies, Year 3, Full-timeGeraldine has been awarded this prize in recognition of her achievement in being awarded the BA (Honours) degree. Geraldine displayedgrowingconfidence,realdeterminationandcommitmentinorder to complete her studies. Her approach to her written work and contributions to discussions thoughout the course always demonstrated a positive attitude and she achieved creditable marks. Geraldine enhanced her studies by taking a housing placement at Southwark Law Centre during her studies and continued in a voluntary capacity at the end of her placement period. There is no doubt that Geraldine will be a valued Housing professional. She is a worthy winner of this prize.Sonia Leeyou

Course Director’s Prize: BA HousingOutstanding Achievement and CommitmentCharles Ofosu BA (Hons) Housing Studies, Year 3, Full-timeFrom the beginning of his studies the BA Housing programme, Charles’ dedication, hard work, willingness to contribute to class discussions and understanding of the subject has been evident and thoughout his studies. For his consistent good work and achievement, Charles is a worthy winner of this prize. Sonia Leeyou

Denis Fitzgerald Memorial Prize (UG Housing)Outstanding Work in Social Science DisciplineAmanda ParsonsHNC Housing Studies, Year 2, Part-timeAmanda has demonstrated commendable personal commitment in her studies. Over the two years of study she has achieved consistently high marks and submitted some excellent work. As well as achieving high marks on the HNC programme, Amanda is someone who has impressed with her ability and her quiet determination throughout her studies. The teaching team consider that it is entirely appropriate that she should be awarded this prize.Sonia Leeyou

RICS London and South-East Student AwardAchievement – MA HousingReginald HanotuMA/PGDip Housing Studies, Year 4, Part-timeReginald has achieved a very good mark for his Dissertation, returning to LSBU to complete the Masters element after a gap of many years since completing the PG DIP. During this time he has progressed his career and used this professional experience to develop his research into a real contribution to knowledge in Housing Studies. He is a worthy recipient of the RICS award.Diane Paice

Chartered Institute of Housing: Housing Studies AwardOutstanding Achievement Liseli NyambeBA (Hons) Housing Studies, Year 5, Part-timeLiseli started the Housing degree programme in 2008 as a part-time student. During her studies, Liseli has impressed staff across the team with her consistently high standard of work averaging 68% for coursework. Her dissertation was awarded a distinction with a mark of 71% which demonstrates the caliber of this student.WhatreallyexemplifiestheCIHawardtothisstudentisthatshearrived as a shy unassuming undergraduate, reluctant to participate butwhoovertheyearshasdevelopedintoaconfident,activeandhighachieving graduate who on her own terms has pursued and harnessed creative links with the CIH which in turn has formed her development. Sonia Leeyou

Course Director’s Prize: Urban and Environmental PlanningOutstanding Achievement and CommitmentTom ButtrickBA (Hons) Urban and Environmental Planning, Year 4, Part-timeTom has been an outstanding student who achieved a 1st class honours degreewiththehighestprofileofmarksinhisyear.Hehassubmittedsome truly exceptional work and has always been prominent in class discussions and demonstrated a huge desire to learn. Neil Adams

Course Director’s Prize: Postgraduate Town PlanningAchievement and Commitment to the CourseJames TippingMA/PGDip Town Planning, Year 2, Part-timeJames has consistently worked to high standards through his period of study with us. He has displayed particular skills in Urban Design and hisprojectsreflectedaprofessionalabilitytoanalyseandvisualiseplaces.Hisdedicationandefficiencydespitemanycomplicatedcircumstances have been remarkable and worthy of such a prize.Antonia Noussia

Course Director’s Prize: MA Planning Policy and PracticeOutstanding DissertationSteven HarryMA Planning Policy and Practice, Year 2, Full-timeSteven has impressed all of us with his intellectual gifts, hard work and enthusiasm for planning. Above all he has consistently achieved exceptionally high standards, based on a sophisticated understanding ofkeyissues,whileovercomingsomedifficultcircumstances.Stevencan be proud of his achievements on the course.Mike Leary

Course Director’s Prize: Urban Regeneration and Community DevelopmentOutstanding AchievementJoshua AyoadeFdA Urban Regeneration and Community Development, Year 2, Full-timeJoshuahasengagedwiththecoursethroughouttheyear;hehasalways been eager to learn and has showed determination in improving hisacademicskills.Thisisreflectedinthefactthathehasbeenawarded the Foundation Degree with merit.Manuela Madeddu

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Turley Associates Award for Planning (BA Urban and Environmental Planning)Best Undergraduate Dissertation (any Subject from BA Hons Urban and Environmental Planning)Gemma PikeBA (Hons) Urban and Environmental Planning, Year 3, Full-timeGemma has been an outstanding student who achieved a 1st class honours degree and has submitted some exceptional work. Her dissertation deserves particular praise and was an extremely mature piece of independent research. Neil Adams

RTPI PG Prize (Undergraduate Entry)Best Student completing both the BA Urban & Environmental Planning and the PG Dip Town Planning andBarton Wilmore Award for InnovationInnovation in a Practice Relevant ProjectDerek ClarkeMA/PGDip Town Planning, Year 2, Part-timeOver his period of study Derek has grown immensely both intellectually and professionally. As a part-time student, during his six years of study he has produced excellent work and should rightly feel proud of his achievements. His project on the barriers to the implementation of lifetime homes policies was an outstanding piece, very well researched and presented.Derek recently commented that over the course of his studies he had reallychangedhowheviewedplacesandevenfilmanddeclaredthathe had been “South Banked”!Ruth Richards

RTPI PG Prize (PG Entry)Best Student on the MA Planning Policy & PracticeJessica TaylorMA Planning Policy and Practice, Year 3, Part-timeJessica entered her educational planning career at the post graduate level,havingdecidedthatfurtherqualificationswerenecessary.Forsome this presents hard challenges but Jessica seized her chance with alacrity. Her determination and commitment to all aspects of the MA has been exemplary and her academic output demonstrates a keen, critical mind plus a creative spark.Mike Leary

Denis Fitzgerald Memorial Prize (UG Planning)Outstanding Work in Social Science DisciplineAllison PalmerBA (Hons) Urban and Environmental Planning, Year 3, Part-timeAlison has been an outstanding student this year and achieved some excellent marks with some exceptional pieces of work. Her coursework for the Cities Representations and Planning deserves particular praise and demonstrated highly sophisticated engagement with the ways in which cities are represented in the cinema. Neil Adams

YTP Prize for Team ContributionTeam Contribution on BA Urban and Environmental PlanningDaniel PiercyBA (Hons) Urban and Environmental Planning, Year 1, Part-timeDaniel has demonstrated excellent qualities and achieved some excellentmarksinhisfirstyearoftheCourse.Heisalwayseagertolearnandmakesasignificantcontributiontoclassactivitiesanddiscussions. In addition, Daniel is always happy to volunteer his help for extra activities such as open days. Neil Adams

Hobbs Parker Environment PrizeBest Environment Dissertation by a Student on the Postgraduate Planning ProgrammesCatherine McLeodMA Planning Policy and Practice, Year 2, Full-timeCatherine’s prize is for her wonderful dissertation regarding ‘Water Quality and Growth in Chichester’: an indepth study with strong theoretical and practical focus. The problems encountered by Chichester District Council in maintaining water quality and in delivering infrastructure and housing requirements were described by the Planning Inspectorate as intractable and challenging. In seeking toexplorehowcollaborationcanresolveconflictinthiscontext,the author set herself an ambitious task, very well executed. It was academicallyrigorousandhadafluencyofnarrativethroughoutthatwas commendable: a riveting read.Mike Leary

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Renaisi Regeneration PrizeBest Regeneration Student Graduating from Town Planning Programmes (Masters or Diploma)Paul WellmanMA Planning Policy and Practice, Year 1, Full-timePaul had no hesitation in choosing urban regeneration as his specialist subject for his MA PPP: a shrewd choice since he excelled in this aspect of his studies. In addition to working full time, Paul dedicated considerable time and intellectual effort to his studies. The result was some outstanding work that marks Paul as highly capable, determined and imaginative.Mike Leary

Renaisi is a leading, not-for-profit regeneration consultancy based in Shoreditch, East London and was named ‘Regeneration Consultancy of the Year’ at the Regeneration and Renewal Awards 2009. www.renaisi.com

Turley Associates Award for Planning (Masters/PG)Best Urban Design DissertationCathy KedgeMA Planning Policy and Practice, Year 3, Part-timeCathy Kedge was a mature student on the MA PPP who made the choice to pursue a careeer in planning and to specialise in urban design. Her project work showed great imagination and individuality. Her dissertation about the River Thames - its landscapes and public spaces-combinedextensivefieldworkwithagoodgraspoftheoryandpractice. The result is an evocative and insightful piece of research. Another achievement is that Cathy has written about her experiences on the course in the professional journal Urban Design.Mike Leary

Course Director’s Prize: International Tourism MarketingOutstanding Achievement and CommitmentBenedicte Le BrisMSc International Tourism Marketing, Year 4, Part-timeBenedict studied the MSc in International Tourism Marketing part-time whilst working in the Tourist Industry throughout her studies. She chose to study the course part-time to enable her to continue working whilst at the same time maintaining close links with the industry. The choice to study part-time required tenacity, commitment and great determination onBenedict’spartbutprovedtobeofbenefitasitprovidedthebasisof the research which was about Tourist Information Centres and their strategies for their future existence.Alison Askew

Course Director’s Prize: Tourism and HospitalityOutstanding Achievement and CommitmentJoy CrosdaleBA (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality, Year 4, Full-timeJoy has had an excellent four years studying at LSBU. She has overcome adversity in some many different ways and it is for these reasons that the teaching team deem her achievements as outstanding and worthy of such a prize. Her determination to complete her degree has been an inspiration to her lecturers and colleagues alike. We wish her every success in the future.Edward Isaacs

Association for Tourism in Higher Education PrizeTop Graduating Tourism/Hospitality StudentMelody GrelatBA (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality, Year 4, Full-timeMelody has been an exceptional student who has acheived the highest standards amongst her peers. Her attention to detail and exceptional hard work has reaped its rewards in terms of her academic scores and finaldegreeclassification.Edward Isaacs

Sylvana Chiappa Bursary

The Sylvana Chiappa Bursaries are helping to inspire the next generation of gifted female housing professionals from black and minority ethnic backgrounds. They are offered to talented women from black and minority ethnic backgrounds, preferably those living in social housing or working in the sector. They have been generously supported by five housing associations: Barnbury Housing Association, Genesis Housing Association, L&Q Housing Association, Notting Hill Housing, and Family Mosaic.

Gloria ShoniwaBA (Hons) Housing Studies, Year 1, Full-time

Nadine RobertsBA (Hons) Housing Studies, Year 1, Full-time

Esther SerikiBA (Hons) Housing Studies, Year 1, Full-time

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The Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences, established in September 2003, has over 170 staff, over 4,000 students and an annual budget in excess of £26M. It is currently organised into seven academic Departments: ArtsandMedia;Culture,WritingandPerformance;Education;Law;Psychology;SocialSciences;andUrban, Environment and Leisure Studies. Research in the Faculty is organised under the Institute for Social Science Research which crosses all Departments. In addition the Faculty provides support and sponsorship for the British Youth Opera.

The Faculty’s portfolio of courses includes subjects that seek to provide an understanding of the complexities of contemporary social and cultural life, and of negotiating the opportunities and hazards of rapid social change. As a Faculty we aim to provide learning that is at the cutting edgeofeachsubjectarea,underpinnedbyfirstclassteaching, scholarship and research.

TheFaculty’scourseportfolioisflexibleandcontemporary, providing maximum opportunities for choice, and for developing potentiality and providing opportunities for professional development. Students can study full time or part time, and for some courses can study by distance learning. We offer a wide range ofcoursesandqualifications:HNCs,Foundationdegrees, single honours or combined degree courses at undergraduate level, and a variety of postgraduate courses, from postgraduate diplomas, through Masters degreestodoctorates.Weofferafirmgroundinginparticular disciplines, or when appropriate a rich range of interdisciplinary approaches.

Connectivity with the world of work and the needs of industry and employers is a key aspect of our course offering – whether through employer involvement in the design and delivery of units, or through helping students secure work based learning opportunities. We aim to produce students who are well grounded both in theory and practice – able to demonstrate their skills in a practicalcontext,butalsoabletoreflectontheirpractice.Hence our courses are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills that are necessary for professional employment in the modern world, with a special concern in preparing people for the opportunities available in London as a world city.

Students graduating from our courses become: teachers and educationalists, policy analysts and policy makers, lawyers and criminologists, writers and media practitioners, photographers and video makers, arts and leisure managers, workers in hospitality and the tourism industries, psychologists and social researchers, environmentalists and planners, urban regenerators, and many other professions. The Faculty is wholly committed tothevisionofenablingstudentstofulfiltheirpotential.

The Faculty’s range of subjects and teaching interests issimultaneouslyreflectedin,andshapedby,researchand scholarship. The Faculty has a major commitment to research,recognisingitssignificanceintheunderpinningof course provision, particularly at postgraduate level, and in developing knowledge transfer with industry and the public sector. Research is organised under the Institute of Social Science Research (ISSR) within which there are four recognised research clusters: the EducationResearchCentre;thePsychologyResearchCentre;theCentreforMediaandCultureResearch;andthe Weeks Centre for Social and Policy Research.

Evidence of the Faculty’s successful policy of developing newareasofresearchactivityisreflectedinthefactthat, for the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise, 36 staff in the Faculty were submitted, across three units of assessment: Social Work and Social Policy and Administration;Psychology;Communication,Culturaland Media Studies - the latter two areas being submitted asdiscreteunitsofassessmentforthefirsttime.Thequality of the research being done in these areas was recognised by the RAE panels with 95% of activity in Social Policy studies deemed internationally recognised, internationally excellent or world leading with 15% of activity rated as world leading. In the case of the Communication, Cultural and Media Studies submission, 75% of overall activity was deemed internationally recognised, internationally excellent or world leading, and in Psychology 70% of overall activity was deemed internationally recognised or internationally excellent.

The Faculty has a strong and proactive commitment to the University’s Equality and Diversity Policy in all areas of work and at all levels of provision, and to the promotion of an ethos that recognises and respects diversity. It also aims to develop diversity and equality as a distinctive competence in many of its recruitment, learning and teaching processes, and in all curricular and research developments.

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