MEDIA AND RESEARCH AWARDS 2025

We are thrilled to announce that submissions for the 2025 Media and Research Awards are now open. We warmly invite you to present your work for consideration!


This prestigious event, scheduled for April 9, 2025, will celebrate the exceptional work produced during the 2024 calendar year at a memorable awards ceremony. The finest submissions will be showcased before a panel of distinguished judges and the broader NUQ community.


We urge you to review the Submission Guidelines and Category Descriptions carefully before proceeding. The deadline for submitting your completed work is January 25, 2025.


Should you have any inquiries or require assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to ahmad-hamed@northwestern.edu

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Please ensure that you consult the descriptions of the categories below.

This description will be added to the Media and Research Awards program(not to exceed 50 words). Please write the description in third person, for example: "This film is about a young lion, heir to Pride Rock, who flees after family turmoil."

Please submit a maximum of five names, including your own. Note that only NU-Q students may be awarded, and only one trophy will be awarded per category.

Each submission requires the endorsement of a faculty member. We advise you to consult with your instructor before proceeding with your submission.

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Written Submissions:

For written submissions, please upload your work below in PDF format. Please include a cover page with the title and authors of the piece. Research papers are required to submit a downloadable poster at a later time.


Ensure that your document is named "TitleofWork_YourFullName.pdf

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For audiovisual submissions, please provide a link and ensure that it is fully accessible until May 2025. Your submission will be judged in its entirety. Clips that are not accessible will result in disqualification.

Please provide a downloadable link to a 10-second clip of your work. Should your work be selected, this brief segment will be featured at the ceremony. Clips that are not accessible will result in disqualification.


Technical Specifications: 1920x1080 resolution with H.264 encoding

By checking this box, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and fully comply with the Submission Guidelines and Category Descriptions.