NOMINEES & RECIPIENTS
NOMINATIONS
March 10th, 2025
14th Annual
AWARDS CEREMONY
April 11th, 2025
CATEGORY #C01
NEWSCAST
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DITV Newscast – 01.17.24
University of Iowa
• Johnny Valtman, Producer
• Ashley Weil, Producer
• Michael Merrick, Producer
• Carson Ramirez, Producer
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The Collegian Report Spring 2024 Edition
South Dakota State University
• Annie Witt, Producer
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UTVS News - October 15, 2024
St. Cloud State University
• Samantha Roering, Producer
• Mya Fryckman, Director
• Kahar Cainion, Advisor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
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DITV Newscast – 04.08.24
University of Iowa
• Johnny Valtman, Producer
• Ashley Weil, Producer
• Michael Merrick, Producer
• Carson Ramirez, Producer
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KYOT-TV November 13 Newscast
University of South Dakota
• Sydney Kolln, Producer
CATEGORY #C02
HEADLINE NEWS
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Johnnie Bennie Campus News 9/19/2024
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Olivia Smith, Producer
• Chloe Moore, Producer
• Gabe Evenocheck, Director
• Bernie Noria-Castillo, Director
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
CATEGORY #C03
HARD NEWS REPORT
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MSUM Network Outage
MSU - Moorhead
• Chris Hovden, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
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House Speaker Mike Johnson Attracts Protestors in
University of Iowa
• Johnny Valtman, Reporter
• Hannah Lipski, Reporter
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Tommie community casts its votes at McNeely Hall
University of St. Thomas
• Adam Mueller, Reporter
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
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Protest Closures
University of Minnesota - Hubbard School of Journalism
• Eitan Schoenberg, Reporter
CATEGORY #C04
FEATURE NEWS REPORT
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The Impact of a Rocori Swimmer
St. Cloud State University
• Joel Eisenschenk, Producer
• Jaedon Boeve, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
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Lunch at Val’s
St. Cloud State University
• Matthew Moorlach, Producer
• Luke Paider, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
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Driving Readers
University of Iowa
• Jayce Bertrand, Reporter
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Meet The People Behind Fashion
Iowa State University
• Jacob Rice, Reporter
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Dedication to Fashion
University of Minnesota - Hubbard School of Journalism
• Eitan Schoenberg, Reporter
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Music Venue Sees Record Crowds
Iowa State University
• Liam Brennan, Reporter
CATEGORY #C05
SOLO STORYTELLER
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Exploring Local: Women-Owned Businesses (Series)
Loras College
• Nora Bruxvoort, Solo Storyteller
• Jill Specht, Advisor
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So Far and Yet So Near
Augsburg University
• Danielle Russell, Solo Storyteller
• Jenny Hanson, Advisor
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Pumpkinpalooza
Western Iowa Tech
• Luke Larson, Solo Storyteller
• Chris Mansfield, Advisor
CATEGORY #C06A
FICTION - SHORT FORM
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Solace
Bethel University
• Kyle Zwart, Producer
• Lauren Puncochar, Producer
• Kathryn Kovalenko, Producer
• Emma Studenski, Producer
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Momentary
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Ian Porter, Director
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Blessing
Bethany Lutheran College
• Coleton Pringle, Director
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Entropy
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Riles Lamar Hinson, Director
• Morgan Wiebold, Producer
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Can I Smoke In Your Car?
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Chenxu Yu, Producer
• Simon-Hoa Phan, Advisor
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Threshold
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Matthew Sherrard, Director
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Eighteen Years
Loras College
• Libby Perry, Director
• Emily Surma, Producer
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
CATEGORY #C06B
FICTION - LONG FORM
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Watching Daisy
University of Wisconsin - Superior
• Aidan Jones, Director
• Veronica Jones, Talent - Performer
• John Busse, Talent - Performer
• Marciana Jones, Talent - Performer
• Brent Notbohm, Advisor
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Remember What's Important
Dordt University
• Logan Baccam, Director
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Mina
Bethany Lutheran College
• Tyler Pasbrig, Director
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1836
Bethany Lutheran College
• Joey Pasbrig, Director
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NODROPHOBIA
Augsburg University
• Braden Williams, Director
• Max Jacobson, Talent - Performer
CATEGORY #C07
NON-FICTION - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
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Jayden Upton: Give it your all
Loras College
• Dylan Ervin, Producer
• Kevin Franks, Producer
• Nolan Swartz, Producer
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
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Crafting Harmony: Saint John's Abbey Organ Builders
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Scott Spangler, Producer
• Nick McGrane, Producer
• Chenxu Yu, Photographer
• Brendan Amaris, Photographer
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
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Tim Olson: Observing Oddities
Loras College
• Jessen Weber, Producer
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
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¿Dónde Vive?
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Annika Gothmann, Producer
• Maeve Miley, Producer
• Emily Cavanaugh, Producer
• Lydia Mattern, Producer
• Nick McGrane, Photographer
• Ben Hissam, Photographer
• Chenxu Yu, Editor
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
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Dudhwaala: The Milkman
Bethel University
• Luca Lombardi, Producer
• Mild Du, Producer
• Sarah Bakeman, Writer
• Alyssa Malyon, Photographer
• Madi Kremer, Photographer
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Needful
Bethany Lutheran College
• Coleton Pringle, Director
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Munchkin
Bethany Lutheran College
• Corey Peters, Director
CATEGORY #C08
PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
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Remember Them-Honor Them
Hennepin Technical College
• Aaron Bennett, Photographer
• Patrick Erickson, Editor
• Logan Frovarp, Photographer
• Angelo-Jason Gbeve, Photographer
• Jakob Halberg, Photographer
• Abram Hall, Photographer
• Lyle Hoffmeister, Photographer
• Ellie Mae Knudsen, Photographer
• Richard Oxley, Producer
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Civic Snapshot - Volunteering
University of St. Thomas
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
• Casey Eakins, Director
• Cheyene Bialke, Editor
• Derek Badger, Photographer
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TEDx St. Cloud - Rylie Johnson
St. Cloud State University
• Mya Fryckman, Producer
• Savannah Reinke, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C09
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
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Interview with Eliot Martin
University of Northern Iowa
• Vex Anderson, Producer
• Peyton Thamke, Producer
• Francesca Soans, Advisor
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Profile Shots: Japanese Anime Films
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Landon Muonio, Producer
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
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Reel 2 Real - Monster Summer
Hennepin Technical College
• Ellie Mae Knudsen, Director
• Aaron Bennett, Photographer
• Dan Wilder, Writer
• Angelo- Jason Gbeve, Writer
• Nathan Petersen, Talent - Host
• Logan Frovarp, Photographer
• Abram Hall, Photographer
• Lyle Hoffmeister, Photographer
• Tanner Miller, Photographer
• Kobe Session, Photographer
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
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On the Net with Kenzie Foley
St. Cloud State University
• Joe Anderson, Editor
• Thomas Riess, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
• Brian Stanley, Advisor
CATEGORY #C10
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
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Inside The Maker (Series)
Loras College
• Brant Perry, Producer
• Jill Specht, Advisor
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Strolling Down the Music Walk
Iowa State University
• Brittany Huston, Reporter
• Caleb Polking, Photographer
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Faces of Siouxland
Western Iowa Tech
• London Russell, Director
• Chris Mansfield, Advisor
CATEGORY #C11
MAGAZINE PROGRAM
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Media for Change: Building an Inclusive World
University of Northern Iowa
• Grant Hospordarsky, Producer
• Diamond Roundtree, Producer
• Vex Anderson, Host
• Peyton Thamke, Host
• Callee Fair, Director
• Maddie Celarek, Technical Director
• Addie Buseman, Video Playback
• Devesh Desai, Audio
• Ellie Marmie, Camera Operator
• Katheryn Spilger, Camera Operator
• Jeramiah Stiffler, Camera Operator
• Katie Zanck, Camera Operator
• Francesca Soans, Advisor
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Don't Call It a Comeback
Iowa State University
• Brittany Huston, Talent - Host
• Chayse Roecker, Talent - Host
• Matthew Nielsen, Director
• Lucas Thompson, Producer
• Caleb Polking, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Nick Harmon, Producer
• Dylan Fobian, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Logen Clark, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Keegan Jensen, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Henry Gonzalez, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Kaitlyn Nanke, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Kiley Allan, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Abby Altman, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Blake Petersen, Graphics Animator
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Taking Aim at Ames
Iowa State University
• Nick Harmon, Director
• Abby Altman, Talent - Performer
• Matthew Nielsen, Talent - Performer
• Caleb Polking, Reporter
• Keegan Jensen, Reporter
• Kaitlyn Nanke, Reporter
• Henry Gonzalez, Reporter
• Logen Clark, Producer
• Brittany Huston, Photographer
• Chayse Roecker, Photographer
• Dylan Fobian, Photographer
• Blake Petersen, Graphics Animator
• Kiley Allan, Producer
• Lucas Thompson, Photographer
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Campus News 4-13-24
MSU - Moorhead
• Alex Sapp, Producer
• Chris Hovden, Producer
• Drew Berg, Producer
• Matthew Stewart, Producer
• Josh Boyko, Producer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C12
MUSIC VIDEO
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6pm
Bethel University
• Kyle Zwart, Producer
• Emma Studenski, Producer
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Kobe Vang - 9-5
Hennepin Technical College
• Yang Vang, Director
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
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P.O. Box - One Sock
Bethany Lutheran College
• Colin Neville, Director
CATEGORY #C13
SPORTS STORY
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Dominic Basse Senior Profile
St. Cloud State University
• Savannah Reinke, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
• Brian Stanley, Advisor
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Four years after gymnastics program cut
University of Iowa
• Brady Behrend, Reporter
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Basketball CEO Means Business
Iowa State University
• Caleb Polking, Reporter
• Kaitlyn Nanke, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
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Behind The Spotlight
Loras College
• Brady Oberfoell, Solo Storyteller
• Jill Specht, Solo Storyteller
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RJ Enga: A Heart for Coaching
St. Cloud State University
• Anna Behning, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
• Brian Stanley, Advisor
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Hawkeyes' React to National Championship Loss
University of Iowa
• Michael Merrick, Reporter
• Brady Behrend, Reporter
• Johnny Valtman, Reporter
• Jayce Bertrand, Reporter
CATEGORY #C14
SPORTS PROGRAM
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Husky Mag - October 1, 2024
St. Cloud State University
• Noah Grant, Producer
• Savannah Reinke, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
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DITV Before the Kickoff
University of Iowa
• Brady Behrend, Producer
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Fall Sports Review 2024
Iowa State University
• Abby Altman, Talent - Sports Anchor
• Nick Harmon, Director
• Caleb Polking, Talent - Sports Anchor
• Brittany Huston, Reporter
• Blake Petersen, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Dylan Fobian, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Matthew Nielsen, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Henry Gonzalez, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Kaitlyn Nanke, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Chayse Roecker, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Lucas Thompson, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Logen Clark, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Keegan Jensen, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Kiley Allan, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
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Husky Faceoff – St. Cloud State vs Denver
St. Cloud State University
• Ryan McNamara, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
• Brian Stanley, Advisor
CATEGORY #C15
LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME
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St. Cloud State vs Boston College
St. Cloud State University
• Savannah Reinke, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
• Brian Stanley, Advisor
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College Hockey: Bowling Green vs Minnesota State
Bethany Lutheran College
• Skylar Fisher, Producer
• Santiago Tenorio, Director
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MIAC Playoff, Volleyball: BU VS St. Olaf
Bethel University
• Paige Drew, Producer
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MIAC Championship, Men's Hockey: BU VS St. Olaf
Bethel University
• Sam Sheedlo, Producer
CATEGORY #C16
PROMOTIONAL VIDEO
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Where is it???
Western Iowa Tech
• London Russell, Director
• Chris Mansfield, Advisor
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2024 Minnesota State Men's Hockey Hype Video
Bethany Lutheran College
• Santiago Tenorio, Producer
• Alec Lade, Editor
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Bethel University Women's Hockey Intro 2024-2025
Bethel University
• Mild Du, Producer
• Symone Harms, Producer
• Dylan Grilz, Producer
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Husky Productions Promo
St. Cloud State University
• Savannah Reinke, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
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MSU Softball Jersey Reveal
Minot State University
• Matthew Bosch, Director/Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #C17
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT (PSA)
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Be Kind to Mother Earth
MSU - Moorhead
• Bella Ternes, Editor
• Abinfoluwa Iwayemi, Talent - Performer
• Xavier Scott, Producer
• Nathan Stange, Producer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
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Limiting Screen Time
MSU - Moorhead
• Andrew Dehkes, Editor
• Ash Davis, Director
• Isaiah Stetz, Photographer
• Elizabeth Richter, Talent - Performer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Prescription Drug Safety
MSU - Moorhead
• Jade Millner, Producer
• Judah Lind, Editor
• Grace Schmidt, Talent - Performer
• Alejandro Martinez-Caballero, Talent - Performer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C18
COMMERCIAL
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Scandinavian Swimmers at Trader Joe's
Bethel University
• Kathryn Kovalenko, Producer
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BUBBL'R
Bethel University
• Abby Burbach, Producer
• Lauren Puncochar, Producer
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Yummy Lip Gloss
Bethel University
• Annika Simpson, Producer
CATEGORY #C19
ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
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Embrace Uncertainty
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Chenxu Yu, Graphics Animator
• Simon-Hoa Phan, Advisor
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Smooth Moves
Hennepin Technical College
• Biago Guagliardo, Graphics Animator
• John McCaffrey, Graphics Animator
CATEGORY #C20
DIRECTOR
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Nowhere to Go
Bethany Lutheran College
• Noah Lippert, Director
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See You One Last Time
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Chenxu Yu, Director
• Simon-Hoa Phan, Advisor
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Reminiscent
Bethany Lutheran College
• Santiago Tenorio, Director
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Mya Fryckman Directing Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Mya Fryckman, Director
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C21
EDITOR
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Bethel University Women's Hockey Intro 2024-2025
Bethel University
• Mild Du, Editor
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Bethel University Football Intro 2024
Bethel University
• Leah Robinson, Editor
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Savannah Reinke Editor Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Savannah Reinke, Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C22
PHOTOGRAPHER
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Hunter Schwartz Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Hunter Schwartz, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
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Carter Jostock - 2024 Football Cinematography Reel
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Carter Jostock, Photographer
• Damien Dumonceaux, Advisor
CATEGORY #C23
TALENT - NEWS OR SPORTS
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Olivia Stephes Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Olivia Stephes, Talent - Sports Anchor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
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Noah Grant Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Noah Grant, Talent - Sports Anchor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Blake Petersen Composite
Iowa State University
• Blake Petersen, Talent - Sports Anchor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Zach Rudeen Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Zach Rudeen, Talent - Sports Anchor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
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Annie Witt Composite
South Dakota State University
• Annie Witt, Talent - News Anchor
CATEGORY #C25
WRITER
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In Dogged Pursuit of Readers
Iowa State University
• Kaitlyn Nanke, Writer
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Chris Hovden Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Chris Hovden, Writer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
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Annie Huynh's Comeback
Iowa State University
• Henry Gonzalez, Writer
CATEGORY #H01
NEWSCAST
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Eagle Zone Live 11.14.24
Aberdeen Central High School
• Joseph Pierce, Producer
• Zoe Stucke, Reporter
• Tristan Cunningham, Reporter
• Preston Brake, Reporter
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
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The Flash 10.30.24
Eastview High School
• Nicholas Fornicoia, Advisor
• Ibrahim Way, Reporter
• Jenny Dao, Reporter
• Piper Murray, Reporter
• Nick Zylstra, Talent - News Anchor
• Kian Ghobadi, Talent - News Anchor
• Simar Means, Editor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Flash 12.4.24
Eastview High School
• Ben Belz, Talent - News Anchor
• Jenny Dao, Reporter
• Will Brown, Reporter
• Nicholas Fornicoia, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
WCTV Season 26 Episode 651
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery, Director
• Evangeline Streigle, Director
• McKaylee Winkler, Talent - News Anchor
• Ivan Lopez, Talent - News Anchor
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
CATEGORY #H02
HEADLINE NEWS
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The 4Cast
Eastview High School
• Cadence Gensmer, Talent - News Anchor
• Kayla Griglak, Talent - News Anchor
• Nicholas Fornicoia, Advisor
CATEGORY #H03
HARD NEWS REPORT
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One Percent Club
Aberdeen Central High School
• Joseph Pierce, Reporter
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
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Desensitization of School Violence
Ankeny High School
• Danny Nguyen, Reporter
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Sexual Assault Awareness
Eastview High School
• Nicholas Fornicoia, Advisor
• Lindsay Mello, Reporter
CATEGORY #H04
FEATURE NEWS REPORT
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One of Ours: Glo Vigniavo
Apple Valley High School
• Dylan Moe, Editor
• Jordi Fortunat, Editor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Tim Sheehan, Advisor
• Ryan Franus, Advisor
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Deployment
Aberdeen Central High School
• Jackson Board, Reporter
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
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Student Scholarship
Eastview High School
• Nicholas Fornicoia, Advisor
• Nick Zylstra, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
CATEGORY #H05
SOLO STORYTELLER
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A Love Letter to the Human Spirit
SPEAK MPLS
• Halimah Abdullah, Solo Storyteller
• James Harris, Advisor
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El Niño
Apple Valley High School
• Anya Gann, Solo Storyteller
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H06
FICTION - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
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Blood On Your Hands
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
• Harper Egge, Director
• Thomas Lehman, Director
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Death and Taxes
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
• Alexander Beveridge, Director
• Hunter Christenson, Director
CATEGORY #H07
NON-FICTION - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sydney Jones and her musical journey
Ankeny High School
• Amber Eft, Director
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Treyson Green
Eastview High School
• Nicholas Fornicoia, Advisor
• Lilly Blumb, Reporter
• Jenny Dao, Photographer
• Angel Thao, Photographer
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Game Dev's Guide to Procrastination
SPEAK MPLS
• Henry Jennings, Director/Producer/Photographer/Editor
• James Harris, Advisor
• Vageesha Dharmadasa, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Slim Sticky
Ankeny High School
• Patrick Asmussen, Advisor
• James Lopez, Writer
• Sam Green, Talent - Host
• Caden Bahe, Producer
CATEGORY #H08
PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Youth For Blue
SPEAK MPLS
• Ciana Bates, Photographer/Editor
• Kate Mandujano, Director
• Debra Gbidi, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• James Harris, Advisor
• Vageesha Dharmadasa, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Emily's Hope
Aberdeen Central High School
• Jason Lopez Martinez, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Play for Patrick
Eastview High School
• Nicholas Fornicoia, Advisor
• Piercen Haehnel, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
CATEGORY #H09
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
IHSPA Ava
Ankeny High School
• Patrick Asmussen, Advisor
• Ava Gifford, Writer
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A New Park For Everyone
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Advisor
• Chase Holmes, Reporter
• Marshall Seibert, Editor
• Cooper Rupprecht, Photographer
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Reel Talk Movie Review
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Cabe Warwick, Director
CATEGORY #H10
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Teens, Mentors and a Drum Keep Culture Alive
Black River Falls High School
• Jackson Tiedens, Solo Storyteller
• Julie Tiedens, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Arts Shape Louis
Eastview High School
• Nicholas Fornicoia, Advisor
• Piper Murray, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Broadway 2024
Apple Valley High School
• Tettrina Sesay, Reporter
• Christian Klein, Editor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Tim Sheehan, Advisor
CATEGORY #H11
MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech Morning Show S6/E3
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Alex Schaefer, Photographer
• Nikita Brusso, Photographer
• Umayma Abdi, Editor
• Tucker Collette, Talent - Host
• LiYun Nelson, Talent - Host
• Andrew Bares, Editor
• Theodore Klaverkamp, Editor
• Maren Inkster, Reporter
• Aidan Kiffmeyer, Writer
• Trey Bailey, Writer
• Kacilynn Dobbs, Talent - Host
• Benjamin Keil, Writer
• Aprilia Borchert, Writer
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Eagle Zone 3.6.24
Aberdeen Central High School
• Colby Dauwen, Talent - Host
• Cooper Fosher, Reporter
• Preston Brake, Reporter
• Gavin Bitz, Talent - Host
• Joseph Pierce, Reporter
• Delaney Johnson, Graphic Artist
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EaglEye Episode #241
Apple Valley High School
• Hayden Johnson, Talent - Host
• Charles Poss, Talent - Host
• Dean Larson, Director
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Ryan Franus, Advisor
• Tim Sheehan, Advisor
CATEGORY #H12
MUSIC VIDEO
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Who Am I?
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Alex Schaefer, Producer
• Andrew Bares, Director
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Supercut
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Harper Egge, Director
CATEGORY #H13
SPORTS STORY
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Season of memories
Ankeny High School
• Ava Gifford, Photographer
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ethan's Story
Aberdeen Central High School
• Joseph Pierce, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Eastview Fan Experience
Eastview High School
• Dawson Torgerson, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Ibrahim Way, Photographer
• Piercen Haehnel, Photographer
• Nick Fornicoia, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
AVEV Gymnastics
Apple Valley High School
• Adrianna Ortiz, Reporter
• Ashley Phommasengkeo, Editor
• Lesley Segura Espinoza, Photographer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Ryan Franus, Advisor
• Tim Sheehan, Advisor
CATEGORY #H14
SPORTS PROGRAM
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
At the Net & After the Buzzer
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery, Talent - Sports Anchor
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
CATEGORY #H15
LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Football: Rochester John Marshall at Jefferson
Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV)
• Lucas Krieg, Producer
• Thomas Fyler, Director
• Hailey Schwain, Photographer
• Hannah Schwain, Photographer
• Connal Krouth-Chelmo, Photographer
• Amos Keronche, Photographer
• Andrew Marotz, Photographer
• Brayden Kinney, Photographer
• John Kumpf, Photographer
• Paul Fourniea, Advisor
• Tom Ringdal, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Lynx Boys Wrestling vs Clear Lake
Webster City High School
• Luke Holberg, Director
• Braxton Flattery, Talent - Sports Anchor
• Breanna Somvong, Photographer
• John Wilwerding, Photographer
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lynx Football vs Hampton-Dumont-CAL
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery, Talent - Sports Anchor
• Alexander Turkett, Photographer
• Luke Holberg, Photographer
• Ivan Lopez, Photographer
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lynx Boys Basketball vs Algona
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery, Talent - Sports Anchor
• Luke Holberg, Director
• John Wilwerding, Photographer
• Breanna Somvong, Photographer
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lynx Volleyball vs Boone
Webster City High School
• Ivan Lopez, Director
• Braxton Flattery, Talent - Sports Anchor
• Luke Holberg, Photographer
• Breanna Somvong, Photographer
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
CATEGORY #H16
PROMOTIONAL VIDEO
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Be Central - Culinary Promo
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
• Cabe Warwick, Director
• Harper Egge, Director
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tech High School Promo
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Umayma Abdi, Producer
• Andrew Bares, Photographer
• Jonathan Hegge, Photographer
• Maren Inkster, Photographer
• Benjamin Keil, Photographer
• LiYun Nelson, Photographer
• Alex Schaefer, Photographer
CATEGORY #H17
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT (PSA)
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Wizard of Oz Snow Day Video
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Advisor
• Lydia Whitley, Director
• Marshall Seibert, Editor
• Cash Hall, Talent - Performer
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Look Up
Ankeny High School
• Sam Sandvig, Writer
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Husband and Device
Aberdeen Central High School
• Owen Deutsch, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
CATEGORY #H18
COMMERCIAL
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech HS Yearbook Commercial
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Bisharo Bashir, Director
• Ihtithal Yusuf, Talent - Host
• Ilhan Abdullahi, Talent - Host
• Sabrin Ismail, Talent - Host
• Nasteho Adan, Talent - Host
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
RPM/Rumors
Ankeny High School
• Patrick Asmussen, Advisor
• Caden Bahe, Director
• James Lopez, Editor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
OHS Baseball Promotion
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Advisor
• Lydia Whitley, Director
• Reed Peterson, Photographer
• Javion Reeves, Editor
CATEGORY #H19
ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Who Am I?
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Benjamin Keil, Graphics Animator
• Theodore Klaverkamp, Graphics Animator
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The One Eyed Chosen One
SPEAK MPLS
• Saty Jaimes Botello, Graphics Animator
• James Harris, Advisor
• Vageesha Dharmadasa, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Godzilla
Ankeny High School
• Patrick Asmussen, Advisor
• James Lopez, Graphic Artist
• Sam Green, Graphics Animator
CATEGORY #H20
DIRECTOR
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Warmest Night
SPEAK MPLS
• Ella Hahler, Director
• James Harris, Advisor
• Vageesha Dharmadasa, Advisor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech High School Promo
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Umayma Abdi, Director
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
CATEGORY #H21
EDITOR
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Who Am I?
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Benjamin Keil, Editor
• Theodore Klaverkamp, Editor
CATEGORY #H22
PHOTOGRAPHER
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Parking Garage
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Sayvon Spears, Photographer
• Justin Mancera, Photographer
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Who Am I?
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Maren Inkster, Photographer
• Jonathan Hegge, Photographer
• Benjamin Keil, Photographer
CATEGORY #H23
TALENT - NEWS OR SPORTS
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Braxton Flattery - Play by Play Announcer
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery Flattery, Talent - Sports Anchor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Joey Pierce Composite
Aberdeen Central High School
• Joseph Pierce, Talent - News Anchor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Thomas Fuchs Basketball Play-by-Play
SpudsTV
• Thomas Fuchs, Jr., Talent - Sports Anchor
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Kemiah Cook Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Kemiah Cook, Talent - News Anchor
CATEGORY #H24
TALENT - PERFORMER
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Detective Casey Clean
Aberdeen Central High School
• Tristan Cunningham, Talent - Performer
CATEGORY #H25
WRITER
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Brock Anderson Composite
Aberdeen Central High School
• Brock Anderson, Writer
2025 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bad Lip Reading of Chucky
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Tucker Collette, Writer
• Kacilynn Dobbs, Writer
• Andrew Bares, Writer
CATEGORY #C01
COLLEGE - NEWSCAST
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
DITV Newscast
University of Iowa
• Ashley Weil, Producer
• Johnny Valtman, Producer
• Michael Merrick, Anchor
• Carson Ramirez, Technical Manager
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Coyote News - October 18, 2023
University of South Dakota
• Karlee Phillips, Producer
• Calli Connors, Producer
• Spencer Buley, Sports Director
• Sydney Kolln, Sports Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
UTVS News
St. Cloud State University
• Lilly Marohn, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Coyote News - April 19, 2023
University of South Dakota
• Marissa Brunkhorst, Producer
• Grant Robertson, Producer
• Landon DeBoer, Sports Director
CATEGORY #C02
COLLEGE - NEWS REPORT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
An Inside Look at Iowa Soil Richness
University of Iowa
• Cara Dulin, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Herky turns 75
University of Iowa
• AJ Reisetter, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sioux Chef
MSU - Moorhead
• Alex Sapp, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hot Dog Gun
University of Iowa
• Max Von Gries, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Walsh's Lecture Sparks Protests on Campus
University of Iowa
• Ashley Weil, News Director
CATEGORY #C03
COLLEGE - MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (MMJ)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
College students celebrate Halloween at Bingo Night
University of Minnesota - Hubbard School of Journalism
• Sabrina Salguero Del Cid, MMJ
• Scott Libin, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Fighter Turned Teacher
MSU - Moorhead
• Tylar Frame, Reporter/Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Universal Transit Pass doubles in ridership
University of Minnesota - Hubbard School of Journalism
• Sabrina Salguero Del Cid, MMJ
• Scott Libin, Advisor
CATEGORY #C04
COLLEGE - VIDEO ESSAY
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bloomington Educational Cable
Hennepin Technical College
• Nick Sventek, Director
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Brass Hat- Meet My Auntie
Hennepin Technical College
• Paul Shepherd, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
WBC Video Essay
Hennepin Technical College
• Aidan Lynch, Director
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
CATEGORY #C05
COLLEGE - FICTION
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Blur
Central Lakes College
• Barrett Rezac, Writer/Producer/Director
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Fawn: A Short Film by Peyton Reece
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Peyton Reece, Writer/Producer
• Simon-Hoa Phan, Faculty Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Cereal Killer
Century College
• Noah Jensen, Writer/Producer
• Harrison Walz, Producer/Editor
• Devon Wisenbaker, Writer/Director/Editor
• Moo Lawla, Editor/Photographer
• Cameron Hulick, Director
• Mike Eddy, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Beige Noise
MSU - Moorhead
• Alice Vogel, Producer/Director/Writer/Editor
• Ryan Clancy, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The EDEN Project
University of Wisconsin - Superior
• Aidan Jones, Director
• Thomas Noack, Boom Operator
• Dellana Graeber, Talent
• Josh Carlisle, Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
PAW
Loras College
• Timothy Tindle, Writer/Director
• Martin Blythe, Writer/Editor
• Noah Miller, Producer/Editor
• Ivan Rico, Production/Editor/Social Promotions
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Breathe In...
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
• Erin Brown, Producer/Director
• Kenzie Kilborn, Producer/Director
• Calamity Kathryn, Producer/Director
• Ryan Witte, Producer/Director
• Luke Chatelaine, Producer/Director
• Blake Hazuga, Producer/Director
• Pai Zhou, Producer/Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Vessel
Bethany Lutheran College
• Colin Neville, Writer/Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Without a Doubt
Bethany Lutheran College
• Tyler Pasbrig, Writer/Director
CATEGORY #C06
COLLEGE - NON-FICTION
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Brotherhood: The Enduring Heart of Captain Daniels
Wartburg College
• Olivia Foster, Producer/Director
• Rachel Green, Writer/Producer
• Henry Hahn, Videographer/Editor
• Ethan Shawgo, Videographer/Editor
• Danika Rademacher, Digital Producer
• Britta Williams, Graphic Designer
• Dr. Penni Pier, Faculty Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
From Iowa to the World
Wartburg College
• Jenna White, Producer/Director
• James Mossman, Videographer/Editor
• Mila Iushkova, Graphic Designer
• Grant Berends, Digital Producer
• Katie Claman, Writer
• Eva Schoell, Animator
• Dr. Penni Pier, Faculty Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Before Our Eyes
Loras College
• Matthew Williams, Producer/Director/Editor
• Joshua Payan, Producer/Photographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Border of Dreams
Bethel University
• Soraya Keiser, Producer
• Mild Du, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
V I C T O R I A
University of Wisconsin - Superior
• Wynter Hewett, Director/Editor
CATEGORY #C07
COLLEGE - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Higher Learning Commission Criterion 4 Evaluation and Improvement
Central Lakes College
• Matt Hill, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Brent Balmer, Technical Producer
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Higher Learning Commission Criterion 5 Institutional Effectiveness
Central Lakes College
• Barrett Rezac, Editor/Actor
• Craig Money, Actor
• Amelia Pagan, Actor
• Brent Balmer, Technical Producer
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
CATEGORY #C08
COLLEGE - ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
On the Mend
University of Minnesota - Hubbard School of Journalism
• Jasmine Snow, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Punk Punditz
Iowa State University
• Tony Moton, Advisor
• Colton Pestel, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Club Spotlights: Indigenous Student Association
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Landon Muonio, Producer
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Red Sand Project
Central Lakes College
• Matt Hill, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
• Brent Balmer, Technical Producer
CATEGORY #C09
COLLEGE - MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Agriculture Show
Iowa State University
• Tony Moton, Advisor
• Cael Sleezer, Director
• Matt Goss, Editor
• Maris Cameron, Producer
• Stacia Drey, Talent
• Marijke Mendeszoon, Talent
• Nora Alkhasram, Photographer
• Jordan Peterson, Photographer
• Sophie Winkelpleck, Graphics
• Kate Henning, Producer
• Zachary Tucker, Audio
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Campus News 4-28-23
MSU - Moorhead
• Jordan Austen, Producer
• Tylar Frame, Producer
• Laura Hovland, Producer
• Bryant Stenberg, Producer
• Matthew Stewart, Producer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Culture - Season 9 - Episode 5
St. Cloud State University
• Aaliyah Demry, Producer
• Chrisitan Winfield, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C10
COLLEGE - MUSIC VIDEO
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Freedom
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Lilly Goyah, Writer/Talent
• Scott Spangler, Producer/Editor
• Ethan Plumier, Audio
• Katie Kaluza, Photographer
• Mark Holian, Photographer
• Maggie McConville, Photographer
• Cole Milz, Photographer
• Erin Utke, Technical Advisor
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Heart Drop
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
• Taylor Miller, Advisor/Instructor
• Leah Elliott, Producer/Director
CATEGORY #C11
COLLEGE - SPORTS STORY OR SEGMENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Zach Okabe: The Road to 100 Points
St. Cloud State University
• Ryan McNamara, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Kenzie Foley: Not Done Yet
St. Cloud State University
• Savannah Reinke, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hawkeyes Break Women's Basketball Attendance Record
University of Iowa
• AJ Reisetter, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Legacy of Matt Cullen
St. Cloud State University
• Anna Behning, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C12
COLLEGE - SPORTS PROGRAM
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Fall Sports Review
Iowa State University
• Tony Moton, Advisor
• Cael Sleezer, Writer
• Matt Goss, Director/Editor
• Zachary Tucker, Producer
• Maris Cameron, Producer
• Sophie Winkelpleck, Producer
• Ella Ehlers, Producer
• Kate Henning, Producer
• Jordan Petersen, Producer
• Marijke Mendeszoon, Producer
• Nora Alkhashram, Producer
• Stacia Drey, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Crunch Time - Season 13 - Episode 4
St. Cloud State University
• Jacob Palm, Producer
• Ryan McNamara, Producer
• Connor Cook, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Pregame: Before the Kickoff – Iowa vs. Wisconsin
University of Iowa
• Michael Merrick, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Husky Mag
St. Cloud State University
• Julia Werner, Producer
• Anna Behning, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C13
COLLEGE - LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bethel vs. Macalester: Men's Basketball
Bethel University
• Sam Sheedlo, Director
• Aaron Vinje-Smallman, Camera
• Paige Drew, Camera
• Cadie Logston, Camera
• Abbie Shearer, Camera
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
St. Cloud State vs. Michigan
St. Cloud State University
• Aiden Farrell, Producer
• Julia Werner, Director
• Olivia Stephes, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
2023 MIAC Softball Semifinal: vs. St. Olaf
Bethel University
• Kyle Zwart, Director
• Aaron Vinje-Smallman, Camera Operator
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Knight Vision Football - Wartburg vs Illinois College
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Adviser
• Caleb Kammerer, Play-by-Play Announcer
• Henry Powers, Color Commentary Announcer
• Jax Caddell, Director
• Dillon Kremer, Camera
• Jaden Patterson, Camera
• Megan Rodriguez, Camera
• Addie Nabholz, Instant Replay
• Cyrah Isa, Graphics
• Landon Jepson, Master Control
CATEGORY #C14
COLLEGE - PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT (PSA)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Black Hills National Forest PSA
University of South Dakota
• Ella Servaty, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Flat Tire PSA
Century College
• Nate Moore, Writer/Director
• Mike Eddy, Advisor
CATEGORY #C15
COLLEGE - COMMERCIAL
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bethel University Men's Soccer Intro 2023
Bethel University
• Mild Du, Producer
• Ellie McLaughlin, Producer
• Abbi Bates, Producer
• Nora Waffensmith, Producer
• Noah Meissner, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Creating Life Long Learners
Iowa Central Community College
• Nicole Rasmussen, College Instructor
• Kainen Fuson, Photographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Welcome to UTVS
St. Cloud State University
• Brett Pettit, Producer
• Aiden Farrell, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bethel University Women's Basketball Intro 2023-24
Bethel University
• Sam Sheedlo, Producer
• Kenton LaDoux, Producer
• Nicholas Cravaack, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Charlotte's: A Love Story - Chapter 1
Loras College
• Emily Surma, Writer/Producer/Director/Editor
• Libby Perry, Writer/Producer/Director/Editor
CATEGORY #C16
COLLEGE - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Genesis Tree
Hennepin Technical College
• Peter Rudolph, Animator
• John McCaffrey, Adviser
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Chicago Cubs & 108
Bethany Lutheran College
• Luke Haines, Animator
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Melancholia
Loras College
• Artie Kerchmar, Animator
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Critic
Bethany Lutheran College
• Reece Gartner, Animator
CATEGORY #C17
COLLEGE - DIRECTOR
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Brett Pettit Directing Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Brett Pettit, Director
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Empty But Overwhelmed Fish Jar
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Chenxu Yu, Director
• Simon-Hoa Phan, Faculty Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
2023 Minnesota State Men's Hockey - Show Open
Bethany Lutheran College
• Ben Stelter, Director
• Colin Neville, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Whispers of Childhood
University of Northern Iowa
• Karlie Klemesrud, Director
CATEGORY #C18
COLLEGE - EDITOR
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Cinematic Recap: Saint John's Defeats Trinity in Overtime
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Peyton Reece, Editor
• Elijah Wade, Editor
• Ethan Wittrock, Production Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota State Basketball 2023 - Show Open
Bethany Lutheran College
• Ben Stelter, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Bethel University Men's Soccer Intro 2023
Bethel University
• Mild Du, Editor
• Ellie McLaughlin, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
On the Endless
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Chenxu Yu, Editor
• Simon-Hoa Phan, Faculty Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Julia Werner Editing Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Julia Werner, Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EDM is Plastic?
Loras College
• Than San, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Breathe In...
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
• Erin Brown, Editor
CATEGORY #C19
COLLEGE - PHOTOGRAPHER
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Nick McGrane: Aerial Cinematographer
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Nick McGrane, Photographer
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Chris Hovden Photography Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Chris Hovden, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C20
COLLEGE - TALENT: NEWS OR SPORTS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Sapp Anchoring Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Alex Sapp, News Anchor
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Ryan McNamara Talent Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Ryan McNamara, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Anna Behning Talent Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Anna Behning, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Cael Sleezer Composite
Iowa State University
• Tony Moton, Advisor
• Cael Sleezer, Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Esther Michael
South Dakota State University
• Rocky Dailey, Instructor
• Esther Micheal, Talent
CATEGORY #C22
COLLEGE - WRITER
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Alex Sapp Writing Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Alex Sapp, Writer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #H01
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWSCAST
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
WCTV Season 25 Episode 626
Webster City High School
• Evangeline Streigle, Director
• Luke Holberg, Director
• Braxton Flattery, Director
• Connor Caquelin, Talent/Writer
• Kandice Butler, Talent/Writer
• Xander Fawcett, Talent/Photographer/Editor
• Owen Gallentine, Talent/Photographer/Editor
• Maja Gordon, Talent/Photographer/Editor
• Ashlee Tinoco, Talent/Photographer/Editor
• Alexander Turkett, Talent/Photographer/Editor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Eagle Zone Live 11.30.23
Aberdeen Central High School
• Courtney Thorstenson, Producer
• Jason Lopez Martinez, Producer
• Hailey Johnson, Reporter
• Braidan Lynn, Reporter
• Joseph Pierce, Director
• Delaney Johnson, Audio
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Flash 11.29
Eastview High School
• George Mulbah, Anchor
• Sam Oduro Kwarteng Kwantu, Anchor
• Lizzie Schiffman, Reporter
• Katie Clifford, Videographer
• Brandon Cox, Reporter
• Shreya Rajiv, Reporter/Editor
• Clare Murray, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Small Talk
Ankeny High School
• Hayden DeWitt, Anchor/Editor
• Ava Sarenpa, Director/Editor
• Rose McGill, Anchor/Editor
CATEGORY #H02
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS REPORT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lynn's Positivity
Eastview High School
• Katie Clifford, Producer/Editor
• Piercen Haehnel, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
One of Ours: Mia Holmstead
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cody Anderson, Photographer/Editor
• Anthony Chabla, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Drug Trends Close to Home
Aberdeen Central High School
• Alek Bultema, Producer
• Evan Hauer, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Chess Champion Andrew Prochnow
Apple Valley High School
• Trevor Cloutier, Editor/Talent
• Cody Anderson, Photographer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A Teacher's Artistic Expression
Eastview High School
• Raavi Singh, Producer/Editor
CATEGORY #H03
HIGH SCHOOL - MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (MMJ)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Burning Barriers
Eastview High School
• Shreya Rajiv, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Internet to Everyone
Aberdeen Central High School
• Hailey Johnson, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Inaugural Cum Laude Event Caps Senior Experience
Black River Falls High School
• Jackson Tiedens, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Softball Player Keeps Dreams Alive
Black River Falls High School
• Samantha Berra, Producer
CATEGORY #H04
HIGH SCHOOL - VIDEO ESSAY
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Mean Girls
Eastview High School
• Mahad Nur, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Veterans Day
Aberdeen Central High School
• Emma Pierce, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
CATEGORY #H05
HIGH SCHOOL - FICTION
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dear Sam
Ankeny High School
• Evie Neller, Director/Producer/Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Endings
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Harper Egge, Writer/Director/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Where We Left Off
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Alexander Beveridge, Writer/Director/Editor
• Hunter Christenson, Writer/Director/Editor
CATEGORY #H06
HIGH SCHOOL - NON-FICTION
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Suicide Awareness
Eastview High School
• Raavi Singh, Producer
• Yunny Huang, Editor
• Shreya Rajiv, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Immigration and Kids
Aberdeen Central High School
• Jason Lopez Martinez, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
My Iowa PBS High School Mentorship Experience
Waukee Northwest High School
• Grace Fisher, Videographer/Director/Editor/Narrator
CATEGORY #H07
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Donate Blood Save Lives
Aberdeen Central High School
• Kaitlyn Carda, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
What is it Like to be a Student of Color at Ankeny High School
Ankeny High School
• Vivian Wu, Producer/Writer/Editor/Talent
CATEGORY #H08
HIGH SCHOOL - ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Confining Lines That Define My Life
Ankeny High School
• Vivian Wu, Producer/Director/Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Bringing Native Culture Into the Spotlight
Black River Falls High School
• Samantha Berra, Producer
• Madyson Schultz, Photographer
• Kaylee Wood, Photographer
• Evelyn Bolger, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Latinx Dance Team
Apple Valley High School
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Trevor Cloutier, Writer/Editor
• Lucy Pershica, Photographer
CATEGORY #H09
HIGH SCHOOL - MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EaglEye Episode 228
Apple Valley High School
• Mfaz Mohamed Ali, Anchor
• Aquilla Dunn, Anchor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Small Talk
Ankeny High School
• Hayden DeWitt, Anchor/Editor
• Ava Sarenpa, Director/Editor
• Rose McGill, Anchor/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Eagle Zone 3.8.23
Aberdeen Central High School
• Summer Ryan, Producer
• Sam Ryan, Editor
• Courtney Thorstenson, Anchor/Reporter
• Jason Lopez Martinez, Anchor
• Will Ewalt, Anchor/Reporter
• Max Jaime, Anchor/Editor
• Joseph Pierce, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
CATEGORY #H10
HIGH SCHOOL - MUSIC VIDEO
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Cancer
Ankeny High School
• Chloe McGrath, Writer/Producer/Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
You Matter
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Lanaya Lopez-Bailey, Producer
• Umayma Abdi, Producer
• Ibrahim Camara, Producer
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
CATEGORY #H11
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS STORY OR SEGMENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Showcase of Spirit
Eastview High School
• Deanna Cai, Producer
• Winnie Williams, Editor
• Raavi Singh, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Behind the Athlete
Ankeny High School
• Ella Huber, Producer/Writer/Editor/Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Track & Field 2023 Season
Apple Valley High School
• Anthony Chabla, Editor/Talent
• Eric Childs, Writer/Photographer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Built Different
Apple Valley High School
• Trevor Cloutier, Editor/Talent
• Cody Anderson, Photography
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H12
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS PROGRAM
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Inside Jefferson Football
Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV)
• Asher Barrett, Producer/Director/Audio
• Jakob Miskell, Video/Cameras/Graphics
• Paul Fourniea, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
After the Buzzer
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery, Talent/Writer
• Luke Holberg, Director/Audio/Graphics
• Ivan Lopez, Photographer
• Breanna Somvong, Photographer
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
CATEGORY #H13
HIGH SCHOOL - LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lynx Boys Basketball vs CGD
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery, Talent/Writer
• Luke Holberg, Director/Graphics/Audio
• Ivan Lopez, Photographer
• Breanna Somvong, Photographer
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Boys Hockey Section Finals: vs Roseau
Moorhead High School
• Cole Darling, Director/Graphics/Audio
• Marcus Stavenger, Photographer
• Alex Ryan, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Boys' Hockey: Jefferson vs Kennedy
Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV)
• Jakob Miskell, Producer/Director
• Asher Barrett, Graphics/Audio
• Sofia Pehrson, Replays
• Adam Rich, Camera
• Leland Hauer, Camera
• Andy Moen, Camera
• Paul Fourniea, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lynx Volleyball vs Waverly-Shell Rock
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery, Talent/Writer
• Luke Holberg, Director/Graphics/Audio
• Ivan Lopez, Photographer
• Breanna Somvong, Photographer
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Boys Basketball: vs Brainerd
Moorhead High School
• Cole Darling, Director/Graphics/Audio
• Marcus Stavenger, Photographer
• Brady Saari, Talent
• Thomas Fuchs, Jr., Talent
• MacKenzie Hareland, Photographer
• Alex Ryan, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lynx Wrestling vs Crestwood
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery, Talent/Writer
• Luke Holberg, Director/Graphics/Audio
• Breanna Somvong, Photographer
• Ivan Lopez, Photographer
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
CATEGORY #H14
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT (PSA)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Be a Hero. Don't Smoke.
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Cabe Warwick, Director/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Don't Be Tardy
Aberdeen Central High School
• Luke Ketterling, Producer
• Carson Krumm, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Snow day video - No school
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Instructor
• Jacob Schutz, Editor
• Isaac Nienkerk, Reporter
• Reed Peterson, Photographer
CATEGORY #H15
HIGH SCHOOL - COMMERCIAL
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Central High School Promo
Aberdeen Central High School
• Emma Pierce, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Olivia's Organic Cafe
Eastview High School
• Kayla Simpson, Producer/Editor
• Lindsay Mello, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Senior Pants
Ankeny High School
• Evie Neller, Director/Producer/Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
St. Cloud Downtown Boxing Gym
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Romeriah Ellis, Producer
• Isaac Wunderlich, Producer
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Twirling Through Time- Amazon Alexa Commercial
Ankeny High School
• Chloe McGrath, Writer/Producer/Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Talon Promo
Ankeny High School
• Vivian Wu, Producer/Writer/Editor/Talent
CATEGORY #H16
HIGH SCHOOL - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Rhett Burilovich Special Effects Composite
Aberdeen Central High School
• Rhett Burilovich, Graphics
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech Morning Show S5/E4
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Umayma Abdi, Graphics
• Ibrahim Camara, Graphics
• Alex Schaefer, Graphics
• Romeriah Ellis, Graphics
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
CATEGORY #H17
HIGH SCHOOL - DIRECTOR
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
What is it Like to be a Student of Color at Ankeny High School
Ankeny High School
• , Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
St. Cloud Downtown Boxing Gym
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Romeriah Ellis, Director
• Isaac Wunderlich, Director
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Turkey Bingo
Eastview High School
• Clare Murray, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech Morning Show-S5 E6 Thanksgiving Special
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Umayma Abdi, Director
• Romeriah Ellis, Director
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
CATEGORY #H18
HIGH SCHOOL - EDITOR
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
St. Cloud Downtown Boxing Gym
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Romeriah Ellis, Editor
• Isaac Wunderlich, Editor
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Yunny Huang Composite
Eastview High School
• Yunny Huang, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Clara's Glow Up
Ankeny High School
• Ella Huber, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Rhett Burilovich Editing Composite
Aberdeen Central High School
• Rhett Burilovich, Editor
CATEGORY #H19
HIGH SCHOOL - PHOTOGRAPHER
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
St. Cloud Downtown Boxing Gym
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Romeriah Ellis, Photographer
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
CATEGORY #H20
HIGH SCHOOL - TALENT: NEWS OR SPORTS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Clare Murray Talent Composite
Eastview High School
• Clare Murray, Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Courtney Thorstenson Anchor Composite
Aberdeen Central High School
• Courtney Thorstenson, Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech Morning Show-S4 Final Episode
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Daniel Cook, Talent
• Austin Schultz, Talent
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Boys Basketball: Moorhead vs DGF
Moorhead High School
• Thomas Fuchs, Jr., Talent
• Alex Ryan, Advisor
CATEGORY #H21
HIGH SCHOOL - TALENT: PERFORMER
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech Morning Show-Halloween Special
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Romeriah Ellis, Talent
• Gabriel Bert, Talent
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
You Matter
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Lanaya Lopez-Bailey, Talent
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
CATEGORY #H22
HIGH SCHOOL - WRITER
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Dear Sam
Ankeny High School
• Evie Neller, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Confining Lines That Define My Life
Ankeny High School
• Vivian Wu, Writer
CATEGORY #C01
COLLEGE - NEWSCAST
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
UTVS News
St. Cloud State University
• Steven Schroeder, Producer
• Lilly Marohn, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Coyote News February 16
University of South Dakota
• Michelle Van Maanen, Advisor
• Marissa Brunkhorst, Producer
• Sydney Fundermann, News Anchor
• Philip Larson, News Anchor
• Cait Kroemer, News Reporter
• Landon DeBoer, Sports Reporter
• Hannah Gochenour, Sports Anchor
• Michael Stake, Sports Anchor
• Todd Mechling, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
DITV Newscast
University of Iowa
• Ashley Weil, Director
• Julia Richards, Director
• Justina Borgman, Director
• Michael Merrick, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
BIN Newscast 12/8/2022
North Dakota State University
• Cauy Hartel, Producer/Anchor
• Adam Tofil, Director
• Malik Mitchell, Anchor
• Jacob Morgan, Sports Anchor
• Dashal Mentzel, Weather
• Alexander Misheski, Audio
• Logan Guenterberg, Graphics
• Jeff Anders, Advisor
CATEGORY #C02
COLLEGE - NEWS REPORT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Ukraine Rally
MSU - Moorhead
• Laura Hovland, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
SCSU Tunnels
St. Cloud State University
• Grace Jacobson, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Teacher strike marches through Minneapolis
University of St. Thomas
• Scout Mason, Reporter
• Rori West, Videographer
• Greg Vandegrift, Adviser
• Peter Gregg, Adviser
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Citizens rally in front of Minnesota Capitol following leaked Supreme Court opinion
University of St. Thomas
• Scout Mason, Reporter
• Rori West, Videographer
• Greg Vandegrift, Adviser
• Peter Gregg, Adviser
CATEGORY #C03
COLLEGE - MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (MMJ)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Class for Clowns
MSU - Moorhead
• Genna Scott, Reporter/Photographer
CATEGORY #C04
COLLEGE - VIDEO ESSAY
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Meet the Director: Elijah Browne
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Chenxu Yu, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
For the Sake of a Single Poem with George Maurer
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Nick McGrane, Director/Cinematographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Trevor the One Wheel Wonder
St. Cloud State University
• Lilly Marohn, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C05
COLLEGE - FICTION
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Woodsman
Dordt University
• Jonah Hofmeyer, Writer/Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Last Letter
Bethany Lutheran College
• Mizha Overn, Writer/Director
• Franklin Selvey, Writer/Director
• Alec Lade, Editor
• David Roemhildt, Actor
• Alec Mueller, Director Of Photography
• Ben Stelter, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Man in the Yellow Shirt
Bethany Lutheran College
• Joey Pasbrig, Writer/Director/Editor
• Colin Neville, Director Of Photography/ Writer
• Ari Selvey, Writer/Actor
• Noah Rittierodt, Writer
• Job Wosmek, Director
• Jacob Norris, Audio
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Type A
Drake University
• Miles Fritz, Writer/Director
• Abby Schindel, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Detention
Bethany Lutheran College
• Colin Neville, Writer/Director Of Photography/ Editor
• Sophie Gernander, Writer/Director
• Ambrose Palm, Writer/Audio
• Andy Muske, Actor
• Ben Kelm, Actor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Way It Was
Loras College
• Nate Kaiser, Producer
• Jake Heelein, Producer/Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Lulu
Bethany Lutheran College
• Mizha Overn, Writer/Director
• Franklin Selvey, Cinematographer/Editor
• Vianna Kovaciny, Animator/Editor
CATEGORY #C06
COLLEGE - NON-FICTION
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Scoundrel or Scapegoat
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Submitting
• Penni Pier, Faculty Adviser
• Britt Avery, Producer
• Skylar Cunningham, Videographer/Editor
• Hope Mather, Writer/Producer
• Kayla Boeke, Graphic Designer
• Nick Thompson, Writer/Editor
• Kathryn Luers, Digital Producer
• Kelsey Ryan, Designer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Monsters Among Us
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Submitting
• Penni Pier, Faculty Adviser
• Della Whittaker, Producer
• Madison Freeland, Writer/Producer
• Alec Ille, Videographer/Editor
• Kobe Schmuecker, Videographer/Editor
• Lura Ajdini, Graphic Designer
• Malé Ginindza, Digital Media Producer
• Katie Hirv, Digital Media Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Unsanctioned Chapter 1: Passion and Purpose
Buena Vista University
• Jerry Johnson, Advisor
• Clayton Van Horn, Producer/Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
gooder: DALL-E
Bethel University
• Peter Kraakevik, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Why Not Me?
Loras College
• Emily Surma, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Libby Perry, Producer/Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dancer's Monologue: The Cat & Mouse Game
Loras College
• Marion Edwards, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
CATEGORY #C07
COLLEGE - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Feed My Starving Children
MSU - Moorhead
• Laura Hovland, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Diverse Bodies, Beautiful Minds: Voices of Disability Activism
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Alexander Morales-Garcia, Producer/Director
• Grace Savard, Producer/Director
• Allie Sia Su, Producer/Director
• Regan Dolezal, Videographer/Editor
• Kevin Downes, Videographer/Editor
• Logan Woods, Videographer/Editor
• Charlie Matuska, Videographer/Editor
• Maeve Miley, Videographer/Editor
• Nick McGrane, Videographer/Editor
• Peyton Reece, Videographer/Editor
• Elijah Browne, Videographer/Editor
CATEGORY #C08
COLLEGE - ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
FLAIR
Loras College
• Libby Perry, Producer/Director/Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Concordia Powwow
MSU - Moorhead
• Gracie Jackson, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Love Project
Loras College
• Hope Ehling, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Marion Edwards, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa City Theatres Celebrate the Holiday Season
University of Iowa
• Ashley Weil, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Behind the Scenes with the Collegeville Dropouts
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Nick McGrane, Producer/Editor
• Josh Ehlen, Producer/Editor
• De'Marco Walton, Audio/Music
• Jose Ochoa, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
DU IT.
Loras College
• Emily Surma, Producer/Director/Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #C09
COLLEGE - MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Culture - Season 7 - Episode 2
St. Cloud State University
• Gianna Njau, Producer
• Aiden Farrell, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C10
COLLEGE - MUSIC VIDEO
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Zachary Thomas - A Jester and the Queen
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Nick McGrane, Producer/Editor
• Josh Ehlen, Producer
• Cole Milz, Audio
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Where is My Mind by the Collegeville Dropouts
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Josh Ehlen, Producer/Editor
• De'Marco Walton, Audio
• Cole Milz, Photographer
• Collin Kyro, Photographer
• Zach Tallman, Photographer
• Jose Ochoa, Photographer
• Chenxu Yu, Photographer
CATEGORY #C11
COLLEGE - SPORTS STORY OR SEGMENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jeremiah Minkel
St. Cloud State University
• Nyah Adams, Producer
• Aiden Farrell, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Story of the 2022 Mason Cup Championship Game
Bethany Lutheran College
• Alec Mueller, Producer/Editor
• Franklin Selvey, Cinematographer
• Ben Stelter, Cinematographer
• Matt Maisch, Cinematographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
SCSU Volleyball 2022: The Cinderella Story
St. Cloud State University
• Anna Behning, Producer
• Jacob Palm, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C12
COLLEGE - SPORTS PROGRAM
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bison Overtime: Season 3-Episode 7
North Dakota State University
• Cauy Hartel, Director
• Malik Mitchell, Co-Host
• Dashal Mentzel, Co-Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Crunch Time Season 12 - Episode 3
St. Cloud State University
• Jacob Palm, Producer
• Connor Cook, Producer
• Ryan McNamara, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Knight Vision Fall Sports Special
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Submitting
• Tony Moton, Faculty Adviser
• Joshua Hamlyn, Anchor
• Zach Hiney, Reporter
• Christopher Guerrero, Reporter
• Danika Rademacher, Reporter
• Caleb Kammerer, Reporter
• Henry Powers, Reporter
• Jax Caddell, Reporter
• Joey Goetz, Technical Director
• Abby Denault, Director
• Mila Iushkova, Graphics
CATEGORY #C13
COLLEGE - LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Wartburg vs Simpson Football
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Adviser
• Tony Moton, Faculty Adviser
• Joshua Hamlyn, Play-by-Play Announcer
• Henry Powers, Color Commentary Announcer
• Lauren Ulveling, Director
• Nick Van Laningham, Instant Replay
• Keziah Ambundo, Graphics
• Christopher Guerrero, Photographer
• Zach Hiney, Photographer
• Caleb Kammerer, Photographer
• Henry Hahn, Student Engineer
• Jayden Kimpel, Master Control
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
St. Cloud State vs. University of North Dakota
St. Cloud State University
• Robin Oakman, Producer
• Kirby Schmid, Producer
• Jacob Palm, Director
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
2022 CCHA Mason Cup Championship Game
Bethany Lutheran College
• Brock Aaker, Producer
• Noah Rittierodt, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A-R-C Track & Field Championships
Loras College
• Cade Messer, Commentary
• Hugh Molony, Director/Technical Director
• Ryan Haywood, Producer
• Jill Specht, Advisor
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
CATEGORY #C14
COLLEGE - PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT (PSA)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
We Depend On Farmers
University of South Dakota
• Michelle Van Maanen, Advisor
• Karlee Phillips, Producer
• Todd Mechling, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
MPCA Pro Mascot PSA
Century College
• Miranda Zabel, Director
• Travis Curl, Writer
• Cristian Stoltzman, Music Producer
• Kaye Hill, Producer
• Cooper Noot, Drone Pilot
• Calvin Vang, Photographer
• Derkek Bjerke, Photographer
• Mike Eddy, Instructor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Real Life Advocacy
Drake University
• Aaron Khan-Gumm, Producer
• McCade Gowdy, Editor
• Dylan Deangelo, Writer/videographer
• Abby King, Writer/videographer
CATEGORY #C15
COLLEGE - COMMERCIAL
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lucky Shots Pickleball Club Promo
Bethel University
• Carter Nelson, Producer
• Amira Graf, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Bethel University Men's Hockey Intro: 2022-2023
Bethel University
• Mild Du, Producer
• Glasha Hovey, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A Student Experience - Mass Communications
St. Cloud State University
• Rickie Bruno, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Carmens Flower Shop Promo
Bethel University
• Ellie McGlaughlin, Producer
CATEGORY #C16
COLLEGE - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Thanksgiving Tragedy
MSU - Moorhead
• Callie Stonecipher, Animator
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Educaytion
Bethany Lutheran College
• Alec Lade, Graphic Artist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Annunciation
Loras College
• Grace Henrich, Graphic Artist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dreams
Bethany Lutheran College
• Alec Lade, Graphic Artist
CATEGORY #C17
COLLEGE - DIRECTOR
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jacob Palm Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Jacob Palm, Director
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Can Our Love Last?
Minneapolis College Of Art And Design
• Tristan Crawford, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dead Calf
Augsburg University
• Savanna Gorbunow, Director
• Raven Johnson, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Way It Was
Loras College
• Jake Heelein, Director
CATEGORY #C18
COLLEGE - EDITOR
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Way It Was
Loras College
• Nate Kaiser, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Hydrology Team
University of Northern Iowa
• Keller Birkenholtz, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Spectroscopy Team
University of Northern Iowa
• Ethan Ahrens, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
2022 Hobey Baker Award Winner - Dryden McKay
Bethany Lutheran College
• Ben Stelter, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Cadenza - Fall Showcase
University of St. Thomas
• Brenda Cabral Limon, Editor
CATEGORY #C19
COLLEGE - PHOTOGRAPHER
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Justina Borgman
University of Iowa
• Justina Borgman, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Moving Images of Lake Sagatagan
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Chenxu Yu, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tylar Frame Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Tylar Frame, Photographer
CATEGORY #C20
COLLEGE - TALENT: NEWS OR SPORTS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ryan McNamara Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Ryan McNamara, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Anna Behning Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Anna Behning, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C22
COLLEGE - WRITER
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Genna Scott Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Genna Scott, Writer
CATEGORY #H01
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWSCAST
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Eagle Zone Live 10.31.22
Aberdeen Central High School
• Brian Johnson, Anchor/Reporter
• Summer Ryan, Reporter/Producer
• Preston Kreber, Reporter
• Sam Ryan, Reporter
• Samson Flakus, Director
• Austin Erickson, Audio
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Flash 12.21.22
Eastview High School
• Blake Hoffmann, Anchor
• Ian Machalek, Anchor
• Mady Leick, Reporter
• Rowan Lee, Editor
• Kolbot Pal, Editor
• Damien Mogere, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
OVP's 4th Hour Second Newscast
Oskaloosa High School
• Logan McCallum, Anchor
• Jacob Schutz, Anchor
• Karter Flaherty, Editor
• Isaac Nienkerk, Editor
• Kim Gile, Instructor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
WCTV Season 24 Episode 604
Webster City High School
• Katjia Cortes, Director
• Braxton Flattery, Technical Director
• Luke Holberg, Anchor
• Annabelle Hurt, Anchor
• Alexis Brown, Reporter
• Sergio Terrones, Reporter
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
CATEGORY #H02
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS REPORT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
MOA Lockdown
Eastview High School
• Rowan Lee, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A 200-Member Family Vacation: Ankeny Bands Trip 2022
Ankeny High School
• Vivian Wu, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Sam Streeter: One of Ours
Apple Valley High School
• Trevor Cloutier, Editor/Talent
• Cody Anderson, Photographer
• Dominic Johnson, Producer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Veterans Day
Aberdeen Central High School
• Emma Pierce, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
No words. She saved me
Aberdeen Central High School
• Summer Ryan, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
CATEGORY #H03
HIGH SCHOOL - MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (MMJ)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Michael Gruber
Eastview High School
• Blake Hoffmann, MMJ
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sugar-Free Dog Dangers
Aberdeen Central High School
• Natalie DeVries, Multimedia Journalist
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
CATEGORY #H05
HIGH SCHOOL - FICTION
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ring
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Luke Garcia, Director/Editor/Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
(Un)alarmed
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Logan Westin, Director/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
One Please
Aberdeen Central High School
• Alice Vogel, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
CATEGORY #H06
HIGH SCHOOL - NON-FICTION
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
My PBS Mentorship
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Abrianna Hilson, Director/Editor/Videographer
CATEGORY #H07
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Accessible Fun
Aberdeen Central High School
• Trevan Rychlik, Reporter
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
It's still affecting us
Aberdeen Central High School
• Preston Kreber, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
CATEGORY #H08
HIGH SCHOOL - ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
MLK Day-A Day On
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Ruweyda Ali, Director/Editor/Talent
• Fyzeen Ahmad, Talent/Writer
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Desk
Eastview High School
• Mady Leick, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
House in the Ground
Eastview High School
• Ian Machalek, Reporter
CATEGORY #H09
HIGH SCHOOL - MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EaglEye #214
Apple Valley High School
• Lucy Pershica, Anchor/Writer
• Fowziya Mohamed, Anchor/Writer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ankeny Rap Show
Ankeny High School
• Tri Luu, Director/Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Eagle Zone 11.16.22
Aberdeen Central High School
• Summer Ryan, Producer
• Jason Lopez Martinez, Anchor/Reporter
• Courtney Thorstenson, Anchor/Reporter
• Jett Carlson, Reporter
• Jacob Krenz, Anchor
• Camden Fauth, Reporter
• Preston Kreber, Editor
• Cooper Eisenbeisz, Editor
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech Morning Show-Season 3/Episode 17
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Zamzam Hashi, Talent
• Ruweyda Ali, Talent/Writer/Editor
• Ethan Stoeckel, Talent/Writer
• Austin Schultz, Talent/Editor/Photographer
• Nikita Brusso, Talent/Editor
• Julia Lor, Talent
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
CATEGORY #H10
HIGH SCHOOL - MUSIC VIDEO
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Foreign
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Logan Westin, Director/Editor/Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Burnout
Ankeny High School
• Tri Luu, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Proud
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Zamzam Hashi, Producer
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dive In [unofficial music video]
Ankeny High School
• Chloe McGrath, Writer/Director
CATEGORY #H11
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS STORY OR SEGMENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dennis Gibson Interview
Ankeny High School
• Sky Sather, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Happy Birthday Title IX
Aberdeen Central High School
• Summer Ryan, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Dwyne Smith: One of Ours
Apple Valley High School
• Jesse Gyamfi, Photographer/Editor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H13
HIGH SCHOOL - LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City vs Ft. Dodge Volleyball
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery, Play By Play Announcer
• Luke Holberg, Technical Director
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Girls Hockey: Holy Angels at Jefferson
Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV)
• Sofia Pehrson, Producer
• Adam Rich, Crew
• Elise Lee, Crew
• Paul Fourniea, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Oskaloosa Girls Volleyball vs PC
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Instructor
• Logan McCallum, Director
• Isaac Nienkerk, Audionician
• Reed Peterson, Photographer
• Lydia Rayl, Photographer
• Jacob Schutz, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Homecoming Football: South St. Paul at Jefferson
Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV)
• Malachi Martichuski, Producer/Director
• Jakob Miskell, Audio
• Sam Starks, Replays
• Leland Hauer, Camera
• Thomas Fyler, Camera
• Tyler Engeholm, Camera
• Keo Beach, Camera
• Theo Nordstrum, Camera
• Tom Ringdal, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Oskaloosa High School Football vs Pella
Oskaloosa High School
• Isaac Nienkerk, Director
• Logan McCallum, Instant Replay
• Reed Peterson, Sideline Photographer
• Lydia Rayl, Photographer
• Jacob Schutz, Photographer
• Karter Flaherty, Photographer
• Kim Gile, Instructor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Boys' Basketball: St. Louis Park at Jefferson
Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV)
• Sofia Pehrson, Director/Replays
• Adam Rich, Photographer
• Keo Beach, Photographer
• Thomas Fyler, Photographer
• Calvin Amundson-Geisel, Talent
• Paul Fourniea, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City vs Hampton-Dumont-CAL Girls Basketball
Webster City High School
• Braxton Flattery, Play By Play Announcer
• Luke Holberg, Technical Director
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
CATEGORY #H14
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT (PSA)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Digital Addictions PSA
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Mary Chandara, Director/Editor/Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Hand Check Please
Aberdeen Central High School
• Alice Vogel, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Superhero
Aberdeen Central High School
• Rhett Burilovich, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
CATEGORY #H15
HIGH SCHOOL - COMMERCIAL
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Chainsaw Man x Monster
Ankeny High School
• Tri Luu, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Roosevelt Golf Hype Video
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• John Charlson, Director/Editor/Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Girls basketball Hype Video
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Instructor
• Reed Peterson, Photographer
• Logan McCallum, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Boys Basketball Hype Video
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Instructor
• Reed Peterson, Photographer
• Lydia Rayl, Editor
CATEGORY #H16
HIGH SCHOOL - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tech Morning Show-Halloween Special
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Juliana Craemer, Special Effects
• Nikita Brusso, Special Effects
• Brooklyn Belen, Special Effects
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
CATEGORY #H17
HIGH SCHOOL - DIRECTOR
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech Morning Show-Season 4/Episode 1
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Daniel Cook, Director
• Austin Schultz, Director
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Kemper
Ankeny High School
• Tri Luu, Director
CATEGORY #H18
HIGH SCHOOL - EDITOR
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Ankeny Boys Basketball Hype Video
Ankeny High School
• Tri Luu, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech Morning Show-Halloween Special
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Ibrahim Camara, Editor
• Nikita Brusso, Editor
• Juliana Craemer, Editor
• Brooklyn Belen, Editor
• Zian Easley, Editor
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
What Once Was
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Abrianna Hilson, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Trevor Cloutier Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Trevor Cloutier, Editor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech Morning Show-Season 4/Episode 1
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Nikita Brusso, Editor
• Juliana Craemer, Editor
• Daniel Cook, Editor
• Austin Schultz, Editor
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
CATEGORY #H19
HIGH SCHOOL - PHOTOGRAPHER
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Rhett Burilovich Composite
Aberdeen Central High School
• Rhett Burilovich, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tech Morning Show-Season 4/Episode 1
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Austin Schultz, Photographer
• Daniel Cook, Photographer
• Alex Schaefer, Photographer
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Cody Anderson Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Cody Anderson, Photographer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H20
HIGH SCHOOL - TALENT: NEWS OR SPORTS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tech Morning Show-Halloween Special
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Ibrahim Camara, Talent
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ian Machalek Composite
Eastview High School
• Ian Machalek, Anchor/Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Courtney Thorstenson Composite
Aberdeen Central High School
• Courtney Thorstenson, Talent
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Brian Johnson Composite
Aberdeen Central High School
• Brian Johnson, Talent
CATEGORY #H22
HIGH SCHOOL - WRITER
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Alice Vogel Composite
Aberdeen Central High School
• Alice Vogel, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Llaves
Ankeny High School
• Chloe McGrath, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tiger Pride
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Etenesh Bonitto, Writer
• Zamzam Hashi, Writer
• Evie Billig, Writer
• Daniel Cook, Writer
• Matthew Keil, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-01
COLLEGE - NEWSCAST
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
CLCTV April 16th/2020
Central Lakes College
• Kiernan McFadden, Host
• John Grogan, Reporter
• Stormy Ebel, Reporter
• Richard Hartung, Editor
• Blake Tunnell, Reporter
• Gunnar Olson, Reporter
• Brent Balmer, Advisor
• Mark Ambroz, Instructor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
LCTV News
Loras College
• Asia Singleton, Producer
• Hope Ehling, Producer
• Michael Runde, Anchor/Reporter
• Ben Friedman, Anchor/Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Knight Vision News - 2021 April 2 Episode
Wartburg College
• Madison Freeland, Producer/Director
• Dominic Hanson, Technical Director
• Hope Mather, Anchor/Reporter
• Molly Coy, Reporter
• Lauren Ulveling, Reporter
• Rachel Green, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Top Stories - March 5/2020
University of St. Thomas
• Emily Haugen, Host
• Leila Weah, Host
• Samantha HoangLong, Producer
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Coyote News TV -- September 29/2021 Newscast
University of South Dakota
• Keeley Thomas, Producer
• Jaxon Thorson, Producer
• Todd Mechling, Advisor
• Michelle Van Maanen, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-02
COLLEGE - NEWS REPORT: SERIOUS NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Minority Owned Business in Dubuque
Loras College
• Marion Edwards, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Coyote News TV -- School Board Meeting
University of South Dakota
• Keeley Thomas, Producer
• Jaxon Thorson, Producer
• Michelle Van Maanen, Advisor
• Todd Mechling, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tensions/anticipation turn to relief/celebration at George Floyd memorial
University of St. Thomas
• Justin Amaker, Reporter
• Sam Larson, Reporter
• Irene Shin, Reporter
• Leila Weah, Reporter
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-03
COLLEGE - NEWS REPORT: LIGHT NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Training Iowa's Future Farmers
University of Northern Iowa
• Estefania Ravasio Corrales, Director
• Taylor Palmer, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Swappers Meet
St. Cloud State University
• Elaina Mihalik, Reporter
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Furry friends bring comfort to St. Thomas campus
University of St. Thomas
• Emily Rudie, Videographer
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The New Age of Audio: From Radio to Podcasting
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Taja Longley, Producer/Editor
• Cole Milz, Talent
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Archery Dodgeball
MSU - Moorhead
• Bryant Stenberg, Reporter
CATEGORY #C-04
COLLEGE - MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (MMJ)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Buzi Bus
MSU - Moorhead
• Alix Larsen, Reporter/Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tower Garden Project
Wartburg College
• Jenna White, MMJ Reporter
CATEGORY #C-05
COLLEGE - VIDEO ESSAY
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A Simple Woodworker
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Michael Pineda, Producer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
2021 Iowa Field Hockey: The Road to the NCAA Tournament
University of Iowa
• Stewart Brown, Lead Videographer/Editor
CATEGORY #C-06
COLLEGE - FICTION: SHORT FORM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Return of the Ex
MSU - Moorhead
• Callie Stonecipher, Director/Editor
• Adam Lovaas, Director/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Seven of Magpies
Bethany Lutheran College
• Joey Pasbrig, Photographer/Editor/Writer
• Noah Rittierodt, Writer/Director
• Alex Gutzke, Audio
• Joe Roemhildt, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Mute
MSU - Moorhead
• Adam Lovaas, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Box
Bethany Lutheran College
• Alec Muller, Writer/Director/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
I am Not Alone!
Hennepin Technical College
• Colin Branch, Director
• Sydni Saunders, Writer
• Jayvon Curry-Evans, Audio Technician
• Ian Rivers, Camera Operator
• Blake Dekarski, Editor
• Shawn Crossen, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Grind
Augsburg University
• Kobe Markworth, Director
• Corrine Werckman, Writer/Talent
• Jenny L. Hanson, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hello, Simon
Loras College
• Amber Krieg, Director/Producer
• Caroline Breitbach, Writer/Producer
• Benjy Miller, Actor
• Elainee Koehler, Actor
CATEGORY #C-07
COLLEGE - FICTION: LONG FORM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Hitchhiker
Dordt University
• Daniel Ketchelos, Director/Writer
• Derek Koops, Producer/Editor
• Tyson Van De Berg, Cinematographer
• Phillip Simmons, Music Composer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Penny Road
Loras College
• Andrew Kilburg, Actor/Producer
• Chase Guerdet, Director/Producer
• Austin Ellis, Producer
• Randy Guerdet, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Of The Same Mind
Loras College
• Chase Guerdet, Producer/Director
• Andrew Kilburg, Producer/Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Breaking Habits
Central Lakes College
• McKenzie Cheney, Editor/Producer
• Jay Petrie, Writer
• Dustin DeMars, Production
• Justin Othoudt, Writer
• Kyle Strecker, Director Of Photography
• Kevin Porter, Field Producer
• Brent Balmer, Advisor
• Kieran Moore, Instructor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sypher
Century College
• John Tangen, Director
• Travis Curl, Producer
• Calvin Vang, Director Of Photography
• Cris Stoltzman, Audio Producer
• Derek Bjerke, Camera Operator
• Mike Eddy, Instructor
CATEGORY #C-08
COLLEGE - NON-FICTION: SHORT FORM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Augsburg Profile - Za'Nia Coleman
Augsburg University
• Yani Foreman, Producer/Director
• Jenny L. Hanson, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
La Violencia Generalizada
Loras College
• Laura Cifuentes Almanza, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
In Search of Snow
Central Lakes College
• Gunnar Olson, Producer/Writer/Videographer/Editor
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Edge
Loras College
• Amber Krieg, Producer/Editor
• Colton Bachar, Director
• Jon Quinn, Director/Editor
• Michael Runde, Director
• Asia Singleton, Producer/Editor
• Dana Majerczyk, Producer/Editor
• Nate Kaiser, Producer/Editor
• Nora Carr, Producer/Editor
• Ellie Schill, Producer/Editor
CATEGORY #C-09
COLLEGE - NON-FICTION: LONG FORM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Kenosha: The Shooting of Jacob Blake
Loras College
• Jon Quinn, Director/Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
MSUM: Under the Mask
MSU - Moorhead
• Madison Nelson-Gira, Producer
• Sean Rice, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Letters from a Young State
Wartburg College
• Juliana Pelaez, Project Producer
• Peyton Meisner, Graphic Designer
• Chris Lucas, Digital Producer
• Liam Easley, Producer
• Zachary Brunkhorst, Cinematographer
• Drew Carfrae, Creative Supervisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Life of Lefty
Century College
• Josh Englert, Producer Director
• Mike Eddy, Instructor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
One Stolen Moment
Loras College
• Ben Friedman, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Michael Runde, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Pat Hunt, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Ben Burkholder, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
My People's Bones
Wartburg College
• Dominic Hanson, Videographer/Editor
• Nathan Stephany, Videographer/Editor
• Silvia Oakland, Writer/Producer
• Anshika Singh, Graphic Designer
• Lauren Wisdom, Project Manager
• Courtney Stucker, Digital Media Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Changing Hearts and Minds: Ruby Sutton
Wartburg College
• Alexa Ganzeveld, Copywriter And Producer
• Kendall Erenberger, Graphic Designer
• Kayla Marthaler, Digital Producer
• Ethan Pfaltzgraff, Videographer
• Alex Buchheim, Project Manager
• Kaylin Muggler, Videographer
CATEGORY #C-10
COLLEGE - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Black History Exhibit
MSU - Moorhead
• Genna Scott, Reporter/Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Finding a Community Through Art
University of Northern Iowa
• Megan Studer, Director
• Jacob Ruth, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Green Bandana Project
Central Lakes College
• Clare Schaefbauer, Producer/Videographer
• Henry Fageroos, Videographer/Editor
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Trans Rights in Iowa Legislation
University of Northern Iowa
• Estefania Ravasio Corrales, Director
CATEGORY #C-11
COLLEGE - ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Come to the Throne
Loras College
• Morgan Minear, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Nate Kaiser, Cinematographer
• Jon Quinn, Cinematographer
• Ben Yeiser, Cinematographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Changing the Rhythm
Drake University
• Autumn Osia, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tattoo stigmas fading away in working world
University of St. Thomas
• Mia Laube, Reporter
• Emily Rudie, Videographer
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-12
COLLEGE - MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Our COVID-19 World
University of Northern Iowa
• Jake Darling, Anchor
• Spencer Feinberg, Anchor
• David Gleason, Producer
• Brock Guerrero, Editor/Producer
• Brandon Haraldson, Producer
• Kavieon Hughes, Producer
• Josh Michel, Producer
• Taylor Palmer, Title Editor
• Logan Tobler, Producer
• Cameron Wolff, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Campus News 4-24-21
MSU - Moorhead
• Marissa Shiock, Producer
• Ty Schonert, Producer
• John Hayes, Producer
• Alix Larson, Producer
• Genna Scott, Producer
• Jordan Austen, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Creator's Corner
Loras College
• Hope Ehling, Director
• Marion Edwards, Producer/Editor
• Alexis Riesberg, Producer/Editor
• Grace Henrich, Host
• Josh Payan, Host
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
COVID-19 Comedy Show
University of Northern Iowa
• Logan Tobler, Anchor
• Taylor Palmer, Title Editor
• Jack Anstoetter, Producer
• Jacob Ruth, Producer
• Aaron True, Producer
• Cameron Wolff, Producer
• Jake Darling, Producer
• Spencer Feinberg, Producer
• Megan Studer, Show Editor/Producer
CATEGORY #C-13
COLLEGE - MUSIC VIDEO
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Slowly Fading by Samantha Clayman
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Samantha Clayman, Artist
• Josh Ehlen, Producer/Director/Editor
• Scott Spangler, Editor/Camera
• De'Marco Walton, Editor/Camera
• Elijah Browne, Audio
• Jack Clisham, Camera
• José Ochoa, Camera
• Ben Epper, Production
• Aaron Utke, Studio Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Heaven's Ranch
Loras College
• Nate Kaiser, Director/Producer
• Morgan Minear, Director/Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Emmanuel LKD - Legend
Bethany Lutheran College
• Emmanuel Luankhemdeng, Producer/Writer/Actor/Director
• Alec Mueller, Photography
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
SIIKS NINET33n music video - Christian Holguin
Western Iowa Tech
• Christian Holguin, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #C-14
COLLEGE - SPORTS STORY OR SEGMENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Frozen Four Formula
St. Cloud State University
• Nik Speliopoulos, Reporter
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Time of Transition
Drake University
• Kayla Hartman, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Gopher Basketball Player's Discovery in Recovery
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Emma Carpenter, Producer/Director/Videographer/Editor
• Regina McCombs, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Softball Puppies
MSU - Moorhead
• Breck Stutz, Reporter
CATEGORY #C-15
COLLEGE - SPORTS PROGRAM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Augsburg Men's Soccer: MIAC Playoff vs. Macalester
Augsburg University
• Finnr Elsmo, Director
• Jenny L. Hanson, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
2021 USD vs. SDSU Rivalry Special
University of South Dakota
• Kyle Ireland, Producer
• Brock Weidner, Producer
• Todd Mechling, Advisor
• Kyle Miller, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Crunch Time - Season 10 - Episode 4
St. Cloud State University
• Jacob Palm, Producer
• Connor Cook, Producer
• Ryan McNamara, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Husky Mag - Spring 2021 - Episode 4
St. Cloud State University
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
• Sam Geotzinger, Producer
• Parker Kayser, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
2020 Summit League Preview Show
University of South Dakota
• Cooper Seamer, Producer
• Shawn Kuhnel, Director
• Todd Mechling, Advisor
• Kyle Miller, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
SportsZONE
Loras College
• Nate Kaiser, Producer/Anchor
• CJ Ponton, Producer/Director
• Morgan Minear, Anchor/Reporter
CATEGORY #C-16
COLLEGE - LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
St. Cloud State vs. Colorado College
St. Cloud State University
• Joey Erickson, Producer
• Paige Jaeger, Director
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-17
COLLEGE - PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT (PSA)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Wartburg College
• James Mossman, Videographer/Editor
• Henry Hahn, Videographer/Editor
• Grant Berends, Producer
• Rachel Green, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Chosen Name Policy
Western Iowa Tech
• Kristen Barnes, Videographer/graphics And Editing
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Spiked
Hennepin Technical College
• Ian Rivers, Director
• John Charboneau, Camera
• Kathryn Chadbourne, Writer
• Nick Olson, Actor
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Don't Let Your Future Vaporize!
Hennepin Technical College
• Alex Redding, Director/Editor
• Blake Dekarski, Actor
• Colin Branch, Actor
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-18
COLLEGE - COMMERCIAL
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Heavy Equipment Program Commercial
Central Lakes College
• Henry Fageroos, Editor/Producer
• Clare Schaefbauer, Videographer
• Kaia Leibel, Videographer
• Quinton Prouty, Videographer
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Craft Beer Commercial
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Josh Ehlen, Producer
• Nathan Barrett, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bethel Women's Hockey Hype Video
Bethel University
• Carter Nelson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Bethany Esports - Game Fuel Thank You
Bethany Lutheran College
• Franklin Selvey, Editor/Writer
• Alec Mueller, Photographer/Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bethel Volleyball Hype Video
Bethel University
• Benjamin Martin, Producer
• Matthew Eng, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Schu Coffee Shop Commercial
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Josh Ehlen, Producer
• Nathan Barrett, Producer
CATEGORY #C-19
COLLEGE - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sleep
Hennepin Technical College
• Katie Erickson, Animator
• John McCaffrey, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Ee
Augsburg University
• Nancy Yang, Animator
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Art History Explainer Video
Hennepin Technical College
• Steven Kinney, Animator
• John McCaffrey, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Cinema Auteur
Bethany Lutheran College
• Alec Mueller, Animator
CATEGORY #C-20
COLLEGE - DIRECTOR
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Kenosha: The Shooting of Jacob Blake
Loras College
• Jon Quinn, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Josh Ehlen/Director - "The Schu Coffee Shop Commercial"
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Josh Ehlen, Director
CATEGORY #C-21
COLLEGE - EDITOR
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
2021 - 2022 Iowa Men's Basketball Intro Video
University of Iowa
• Stewart Brown, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Prevent Death (Maiwasan ang Kamatayan)
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Amiyah Broadway, Editor
• Dawn Schot Klotzbach, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Edge
Loras College
• Colton Bachar, Editor
• Michael Runde, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Elliot Knight Editing Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Elliot Knight, Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota State Hockey - Senior Montage: Nick Rivera
Bethany Lutheran College
• Matt Maisch, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Rachel Herzog Editing Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Rachel Herzog, Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-22
COLLEGE - PHOTOGRAPHER
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Edge
Loras College
• Colton Bachar, Photographer
• Jon Quinn, Photographer
• Michael Runde, Photographer
• Amber Krieg, Photographer
• Nate Kaiser, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Heaven's Ranch
Loras College
• Nate Kaiser, Photographer
• Morgan Minear, Photographer
CATEGORY #C-23
COLLEGE - TALENT: NEWS OR SPORTS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Nyah Adams Reel
St. Cloud State University
• Nyah Adams, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Nick Maxson Reel
St. Cloud State University
• Nick Maxson, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sam Geotzinger Reel
St. Cloud State University
• Sam Geotzinger, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-01
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWSCAST
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jaguar SPOTS LIVE: March 3/2021
Bloomington Jefferson
• Scott Sieling, Teacher
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
WCTV Season 23 Episode 577
Webster City High School
• Caroline Ehn, Student Director
• Mason Ingraham, Technical Director
• Braxton Flattery, WCTV Staff
• Annabelle Hurt, WCTV Staff
• Luke Holberg, WCTV Staff
• Isaiah Muller, WCTV Staff
• Perla Torres, WCTV Staff
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Flash 10.9.20
Eastview High School
• Madeline Sundheim, Talent
• Saia D'Silva, Talent
• Godwin Agbara, Director
• Sofia Hernandez, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EaglEye #202
Apple Valley High School
• Camryn Lahammer, Anchor/Writer
• Averie Hillyer, Anchor/Writer
• Dillon Kuzma, Anchor/Writer
• Ella Russell, Anchor/Writer
• Andrew McCluskey, Instructor
• Cliff Dodge, Instructor
CATEGORY #H-02
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS REPORT: SERIOUS NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Melissa's Kidney Search
Aberdeen Central High School
• Hunter Paysen, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Wealth by the Numbers
Apple Valley High School
• Garrett Gerlach, Camera/Editor
• Jacob Guerrette, Talent/Writer
• Andrew McCluskey, Instructor
• Cliff Dodge, Instructor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Nothing to Something
Apple Valley High School
• Elizabeth Abundis Zavala, Writer/Camera/Editor
• Andrew McCluskey, Instructor
• Cliff Dodge, Instructor
CATEGORY #H-03
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS REPORT: LIGHT NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
One of Ours: Maddie Mortison
Apple Valley High School
• Reice Revier, Talent/Writer
• Alex Selikoff, Camera/editor
• Morgan Robinson, Production
• Andrew McCluskey, Instructor
• Cliff Dodge, Instructor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
One of Ours: Ms. Voss Rocks a Pony
Apple Valley High School
• Hunter Bertrum, Talent/Writer
• Tashina Barta, Camera
• Shawna Krueger, Production
• Andrew McCluskey, Instructor
• Cliff Dodge, Instructor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Covid Casting
Eastview High School
• Jack Singer, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Zoom Acting
Eastview High School
• Rain Hartos, Editor
• Godwin Agbara, Reporter
CATEGORY #H-04
HIGH SCHOOL - MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (MMJ)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Systemic Change
Eastview High School
• Godwin Agbara, MMJ
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ice Fishing with Noah
Apple Valley High School
• Noah Archambault, Talent/Camera/Editor
• Andrew McCluskey, Instructor
• Cliff Dodge, Instructor
CATEGORY #H-06
HIGH SCHOOL - FICTION: SHORT FORM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
"Friendly" Competition
Waconia Public Schools/ ISD 110
• Richie Sturm, Director/Producer/Editor/Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Freeway Horror
Eastview High School
• Brayden LeLoup, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Alonso Show
Apple Valley High School
• Alonso Delgado-De Leon, Talent/Writer
• Garrett Gerlach, Editor/Writer
• Jacob Guerrette, Camera
• Andrew McCluskey, Instructor
• Cliff Dodge, Instructor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Fluorescent Shadows
Shakopee High School
• CarolAnn Hook, Teacher
• Cayleigh Johnson, Director
• Bianca Purdy, Director
CATEGORY #H-10
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tackle Cancer
Eastview High School
• Madeline Sundheim, Reporter
• Olivia Brothers, Videographer
• Paige Williams, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Representation
Eastview High School
• Godwin Agbara, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
School Walkout
Eastview High School
• Khaalid Cumar, Reporter
• Godwin Agbara, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Save Our Stages: The Garage
Apple Valley High School
• Dillon Kuzma, Editor/Talent
• Levi Gurley, Camera
• Oden LeBlanc, Production
• Andrew McCluskey, Instructor
• Cliff Dodge, Instructor
CATEGORY #H-11
HIGH SCHOOL - ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Arts Achievement
Eastview High School
• Hanna Olson, Reporter
• Lucas Lucas, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ramadan
Apple Valley High School
• Camryn Lahammer, Camera/Writer
• Averie Hillyer, Editor/Writer
• Huda Ali, Editor/Writer
• Cliff Dodge, Instructor
• Andrew McCluskey, Instructor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Poetry Reading
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Abdullahi Jama, Writer/Editor/Producer/Artist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sever's Fall Festival
Bloomington Jefferson
• Scott Sieling, Teacher
• Cassie Sieling, Student Reporter
• Ellie Sieling, Student Videographer
CATEGORY #H-12
HIGH SCHOOL - MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EaglEye #192
Apple Valley High School
• Gabe Pena, Anchor/Producer
• Sara Abourjeily, Anchor/Producer
• Cliff Dodge, Instructor
• Andrew McCluskey, Instructor
CATEGORY #H-13
HIGH SCHOOL - MUSIC VIDEO
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
..-. .- .-.. ... ./... .. --. -. ...
Ankeny High School
• Tri Luu, Student
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
2020 Vision
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Winston Johnson, Writer/Editor/Producer/Musician
CATEGORY #H-14
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS STORY OR SEGMENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Superfans
Eastview High School
• Olivia Brothers, Reporter
• Madeline Sundheim, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Senior Skips
Eastview High School
• Paige Williams, Reporter
• Madeline Sundheim, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Swimming Sensation
Eastview High School
• Madeline Sundheim, Reporter
• Jordan Sundheim, Photographer
• Cole Frost, Photographer
• Georgia Paul, Photographer
CATEGORY #H-15
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS PROGRAM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Inside Jefferson Football
Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV)
• Tom Ringdal, Station Dir./Advisor
• Lucas Krieg, Producer/Director
• Asher Barrett, Graphics
• Andrew Grund, Audio
CATEGORY #H-16
HIGH SCHOOL - LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City vs Waterloo East Volleyball
Webster City High School
• Jonnatan Magdaleno, Technical Director
• Braxton Flattery, Play By Play Announcer
• Luke Holberg, Camera Operator
• Annabelle Hurt, Camera Operator
• Isaiah Muller, Camera Operator
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Oskaloosa football vs Knoxville
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Instructor
• Jackson Shafer, Student Commentator
• Tucker DeJong, Student Sideline Reporter
• Devin Allen, Director
• Christian DeWitt, Technical Director
• Jacob Schakel, Camera
• Lydia Ryal, Camera
• Landon Covey, Camera
• Jayden Overton, Replay Camera
• Camden Silvers, Editor
• Khydin Yang, Instant Replay
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Oskaloosa Boys Basketball vs Davis County
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Instructor
• Camden Silvers, Director
• Keygan Roberts, Editor
• Christian DeWitt, Camera
• Khydin Yang, Camera
• Devin Allen, Technical Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City vs Ft. Dodge Football
Webster City High School
• Jonnatan Magdaleno, Technical Director
• Braxton Flattery, Play By Play Announcer
• Luke Holberg, Camera Operator
• Annabelle Hurt, Camera Operator
• Isaiah Muller, Camera Operator
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Webster City vs St. Edmond Boys Basketball
Webster City High School
• Jonnatan Magdaleno, Technical Director
• Braxton Flattery, Play By Play Announcer
• Luke Holberg, Camera Operator
• Annabelle Hurt, Camera Operator
• Isaiah Muller, Camera Operator
• Austin Priborsky, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-17
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT (PSA)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Don't Text & Drive
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Tyler Faris, Director/Editor
• Luke Okland, Director/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Escape The Vape
Eastview High School
• Ian Machalek, Writer/Photographer/Editor/Actor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Covid prevention
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Instructor
• Grace Richardson, Producer
• McKenzie Haefner, Camera
• Isaac Nienkerk, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Grow Up - Phone Down
Aberdeen Central High School
• Nickolas Clemens, Producer
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-18
HIGH SCHOOL - COMMERCIAL
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Central Campus Fashion & Merchandising Student Ambassador Virtual Tour
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Maude Malone, Director/Editor/Videographer
• Abrianna Hilson, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Waconia Dodge Commercial
Waconia Public Schools/ ISD 110
• Benny Crowder, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
All People are Tech People-Commercial Parody
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Jeffrey Ernst, Writer/Editor/Producer/
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Wildcat Media Productions Promo
Waconia Public Schools/ ISD 110
• Aidan Lynch, Director/Producer/Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #H-19
HIGH SCHOOL - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Chimpmunks Lost In Time- Stop Motion
Ankeny High School
• Chloe MCGrath, Stop Motion Animator
• Patrick Asmussen, Advisor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Stop Motion Animation
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Karl Friedrich-Schroeder, Stop Motion Animator
CATEGORY #H-20
HIGH SCHOOL - DIRECTOR
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Somali Dish
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Fardowsa Abdulahi, Director
CATEGORY #H-21
HIGH SCHOOL - EDITOR
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tech Morning Show-Scary Season Special
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Daniel Cook, Editor
• Avery Cheek, Editor
CATEGORY #H-22
HIGH SCHOOL - PHOTOGRAPHER
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Camera Shots
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Nasra Abdinasir, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Robot 98377G
Saint Cloud - Tech High School
• Austin Schultz, Photographer
CATEGORY #H-23
HIGH SCHOOL - TALENT: NEWS OR SPORTS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Olivia Brothers Talent
Eastview High School
• Olivia Brothers, Talent
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Paige Williams Talent
Eastview High School
• Paige Williams, Talent
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Brian Johnson Anchor Composite
Aberdeen Central High School
• Brian Johnson, Talent
• Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-24
HIGH SCHOOL - TALENT: PERFORMER
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Savaria Owens as "Little Tommie"
Thomas Edison High School Minneapolis Public Schools
• Savaria Owens, Performer
CATEGORY #H-25
HIGH SCHOOL - WRITER
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Melissa's Kidney Search
Aberdeen Central High School
• Hunter Paysen, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Madeline Sundheim Writing
Eastview High School
• Nick Fornicioa, Teacher
• Madeline Sundheim, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Godwin Agbara Writing
Eastview High School
• Godwin Agbara, Writer
CATEGORY #C-01
COLLEGE - NEWSCAST
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Coyote News TV Newscast 10-30-19
University of South Dakota
• Cooper Seamer, Newscast Producer
• Todd Mechling, Advisor
• Michelle Van Maanen, Advisor
• Kyle Miller, Contest Submitter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
UTVS News
St. Cloud State University
• Summer Welch, Producer
• Sydney Wolf, Anchor
• Mitchell Barnhart, Producer
• Alex Cotter, Anchor
• Paige Jaeger, Director
• Leif Ender, Sports Anchor
• Bobby Poynter, Meteorologist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Cedar Valley Today 2019 April 4
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Advisor
• Taylor Webb, Executive Producer
• Nathan Stephany, Director
• Ryan Reebenacker, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
LCTV News
Loras College
• LCTV News Staff, Reporting Staff & Production Crew
CATEGORY #C-02
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Navigating handicap accessibility at St. Thomas
University of St. Thomas
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
• Noah Brown, Reporter
• Emily Sweeney, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Feed My Starving Children
MSU - Moorhead
• Tanner Robinson, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sandbag Central 2019
MSU - Moorhead
• Anthony Fridgen, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Break-ins on Lydia Ave
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Dave Berggren, Educator/Advisor
• Scott Krueger, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #C-03
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Concordia Quidditch Club
MSU - Moorhead
• Tanner Robinson, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Filipino Students Celebrate Culture Through Dance
Drake University
• Tina Intarapanont, Writer/Producer/Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Twin Cities Honor Flight
St. Cloud State University
• Tony Langfellow, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
A Custodian's Love
Iowa State University
• Josh Lamberty, Reporter
• Jeff Ames, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Anton’s Restaurant is Back Open
St. Cloud State University
• Spencer Schacht, Reporter
CATEGORY #C-04
COLLEGE - ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ice Percussion
MSU - Moorhead
• Anthony Fridgen, Reporter/Photographer
• Alyssa Goelzer, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Backstage Pass with Lumasi
University of St. Thomas
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
• Mackenzie Bailey, Studio Producer
• Taylor Shupe, Host
CATEGORY #C-05
COLLEGE - MUSIC VIDEO
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Rings of Saturn
Loras College
• Colton Bachar, Producer/Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
It's a Start
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Emily Booth, Producer
• Myah Christenson, Producer
• John Nguyen, Producer
• Cameron Swanson, Artist/Actor
• Alexis Marthaler, Actor
• Michael Pineda, Videographer
• Nathan Barrett, Videographer
• Jayne Heitner, Videographer
• Reibel Ramirez, Videographer
• Aaron Utke, Mentor
• Joshua Akkerman, Mentor
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-06
COLLEGE - SHORT FORM: FICTION
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Are You Jake Porter
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Advisor
• William Wallace, Director
• Taylor Webb, Producer
• Max Weber, Actor
• Megan Malaski, Actor
• Matthew Ohl, Assistant Director
• Anh Le, Cinematographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Control Room
St. Cloud State University
• Riley Buck, Producer
• Connie Knipe, Producer
• Tony Langfellow, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
A Love Affair (In Brief)
Loras College
• Amber Krieg, Co-writer/co-Producer
• Caroline Breitbach, Co-writer/co-Producer
CATEGORY #C-07
COLLEGE - SHORT FORM: NON-FICTION
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Road to Recovery: Elaina’s Journey Through Mental Health
St. Cloud State University
• Elaina Fourniea, Producer
• Connie Knipe, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
St. Thomas community demands climate action
University of St. Thomas
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
• Drew Bouman, Videographer
• Emily Haugen, Reporter
• Jack Stanek, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Severt's Woods
Central Lakes College
• John Grogan, Videographer
• Stormy Ebel, Reporter
• Richard Hartung, Videographer
• Blake Tunnell, Videographer
• Kiernan McFadden, Producer
• Gunnar Olson, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tupa: Priest and Painter
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Nathan Barrett, Producer/Director
• Michael Pineda, Videographer
• Alexander Huerta, Videographer/Audio
• Aaron Utke, Mentor
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
College Life
Augsburg University
• Darton Weaver, Director/Writer
• Jenny Hanson, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-08
COLLEGE - LONG FORM: FICTION
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Whistleblower
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Mitchell Baubonis, Director/Editor/DP
• Jack Dannecker, Producer/DP
• Dawn Klotzbach, Faculty Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Esther
Loras College
• Sarah Mueller, Writer/Producer/Director/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Barn
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Advisor
• Rose Schroeder, Actor
• Ryley Seymour, Producer
• Taylor Webb, Director
• Matthew Ohl, Cinematographer
• Courtney Stucker, Actor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
FLAVA
University of Northern Iowa
• Tarrell Christie, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Curling for President
Central Lakes College
• Stormy Ebel, Videographer/Producer
• Kiernan McFadden, Writer/director
• Richard Hartung, Videographer/Producer
• Blake Tunnell, Videographer/Lighting Director
• John Grogan, Editor
• Gunnar Olson, Videographer/Producer
• Mark Ambroz, Instructor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
TEMP Pilot Episode
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Abdirahman Mohamed, Director/Writer
• Nicholas Barikmo, Writer
CATEGORY #C-09
COLLEGE - LONG FORM: NON-FICTION
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Powwow on the Plains
MSU - Moorhead
• Branson Reasor, Producer
• Zac Hoffner, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Bayt Jadeed: Seeking Home
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Mackenzie Kuhl, Producer/Director 2018-19
• Danica Simonet, Producer/Director 2018-19
• Michael Klonowski, Videographer/Editor
• Ryan Revoir, Videographer/Editor
• Abigail Rader, Director 2019-20
• Charlotte Frisk, Director 2019-20
• Samuel Black, Director 2019-20
• Paul Marsnik, Faculty Advisor
• Ethan Wittrock, Production Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Karina's Adoption Story
University of St. Thomas
• Maggie Martin, Creator
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Not So Fragile
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Advisor
• Amber Rottinghaus, Documentary Team Member
• Alexis Bodzioch, Documentary Team Member
• Krystal Johnson, Documentary Team Member
• Irnea Muhovic, Documentary Team Member
• Savannah Nichols, Documentary Team Member
• Alisha Ungs, Documentary Team Member
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Grant Price
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Advisor
• Ian Coon, Documentary Team Member
• Madison Bloker, Documentary Team Member
• Kathryn Kries, Documentary Team Member
• Jonathan Mohwinkle, Documentary Team Member
• Robert Newell, Documentary Team Member
• Anh Le, Documentary Team Member
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Joy's Journey
Central Lakes College
• Garett Christopherson, Producer/Director
• Mark Ambroz, Instructor
CATEGORY #C-10
COLLEGE - SPORTS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Herb Brooks Statue
St. Cloud State University
• Kirsten Krull, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Fall 2019 Blugold Sports Previews
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
• Evan Hong, Sports Reporter
• Bryant Rahm, Sports Reporter
• Alex Moldenhauer, Sports Reporter
• Ben Petersen, Sports Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Esports Tournament
MSU - Moorhead
• Tanner Robinson, Reporter
CATEGORY #C-11
COLLEGE - SPORTS - PROGRAM
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Crunch Time Season 6/Episode 9
St. Cloud State University
• Austin Schindler, Producer
• Leif Ender, Producer
• Nathan Daggett, Producer
• Joey Erickson, Panelist
• Nik Speliopoulos, Panelist
• Max Steigauf, Panelist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
SportsZONE
Loras College
• SportsZONE Staff, Sports Reporting Staff & Studio Production Crew
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Locker Room with men’s basketball - Dec. 5/2019
University of St. Thomas
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
• Carly Noble, Host
• Kate Nechanicky, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Husky Mag - Top 50
St. Cloud State University
• Sam Goetzinger, Producer
• Parker Kayser, Producer
• Joe Scarrella, Talent
• Alexis Pearson, Talent
• Greg Spaeth, Director
• Ryan Smith, Technical Director
• Alex Cotter, Teleprompter
• Joey Erickson, Audio
• Sydney Wolf, Camera
• Ernie Cottier, Video
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Knight Vision Sports
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Advisor
• Ryan Reebenacker, Co-Producer/Anchor
• Annika Wall, C0-Producer/Anchor
CATEGORY #C-12
COLLEGE - SPORTS - LIVE EVENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Blugold Football vs UW-Stout
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
• Evan Hong, Commentator
• Ben Petersen, Commentator
• Michaela Beal, Production Director
• Abby Randall, Graphics
• Alex Moldenhauer, Sports Content Director
• Demi Cimiaskaite, Sideline Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
St. Cloud State Men’s Hockey vs. Omaha
St. Cloud State University
• Chris Person, Producer
• Joey Erickson, Associate Producer
• Paige Jaeger, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Knight Vision Sports - Wartburg vs Dubuque
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Faculty Advisor
• Peyton Meisner, Announcer
• Ryan Reebenacker, Announcer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Loras Football vs. Simpson
Loras College
• LCTV Live Sports, LCTV Live Sports Crew
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
William Penn Football vs Peru State
William Penn University
• Jared Buckallew, Producer/Director
• Arthur Luz, Technical Director
• Austin Spencer, Technical Director/Replay Operator
• Anthony Chavez, Replay Operator/Audio
• A J Helgeson, Announcer
• Seth Crook, Announcer
• Matthew Hecht, Camera Operator
• Destiny Rottman, Camera Operator
• Alex Perreira, Camera Operator
• Jacob McKinsey, Camera Opertor
• Selyna Lockard, Camera Operator
• Douglas Hoskins, Faculty Advisor
CATEGORY #C-13
COLLEGE - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
PSA Put Down the Phone
Century College
• Grant Newkirk, Director/Editor/Producer
• Joe Bostany, Production Assistant
• Teddy Cruz, Camera Operator/Co-Producer
• Michael Herzog, Foley Artist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
PSA Dirty Windshield
Century College
• Alex Huot, Director/Camera Operator
• Jimmy Yang, Producer/Editor
• Charlie Mains, Camera Operator
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
KYOT-TV Vaping Hospital PSA
University of South Dakota
• Todd Mechling, Advisor
• Kyle Miller, Contest Submitter
CATEGORY #C-14
COLLEGE - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Panther News/Women's Wrestling: A New Generation
University of Northern Iowa
• Alyshia Dobson, Co-director
• Megan Studer, Co-director
• Ellie Taylor, Co-director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Panther News/Trans Community in Sports
University of Northern Iowa
• Alan Moore, Co-director
• Kelsi DeBrower, Co-director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
A Crisis at Home: Opioid Addiction in the Twin Ports
University of Wisconsin - Superior
• Brent Notbhom, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-15
COLLEGE - MAGAZINE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Panther News: Challenging Gender Norms in Sports
University of Northern Iowa
• Kelsi DeBrower, Co-Producer
• Alyshia Dobson, Co-Producer
• Nick Hoppel, Co-Producer
• Brandon Haraldson, Co-Producer
• Tristan Gingerich, Co-Producer
• David Gleason, Co-Producer
• Alan Moore, Co-Producer
• Jacob Ruth, Co-Producer
• Megan Studer, Co-Producer
• Ellie Taylor, Co-Producer
• Kwan Williams, Co-Producer
• Cameron Wolff, Co-Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Culture Season 2 Episode 8
St. Cloud State University
• Jancilyn Huff, Producer
• Justice Jenkins, Producer
• Soufiana Kaba, Talent
• Araya Smith, Talent
• Akiyra Torrance, Talent
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Entertainment 30 Season 2 Episode 6
St. Cloud State University
• Kenny Johnson, Producer
• Maya Brown, Producer
CATEGORY #C-16
COLLEGE - COMMERCIAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
LabStrong Rapids Water Purification System
Loras College
• Ben Friedman, Producer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Sports Cave
Bismarck State College
• Justine Smith, Writer/Producer
• Levi Holzer, Videographer/Producer
• Petra Davidson, Editor/Voice/Producer
• Isaiah Larkin, Production Assistant
• Dusty Anderson, Adviser
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Magician Hockey - Feel the Magic
University of St. Thomas
• Peter Gregg, Instructor
• Joey Skare, Producer/Director/Videographer/Editor
CATEGORY #C-17
COLLEGE - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
ink
Drake University
• Anna Steenson, Animator/Writer/Score Composer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Maid v Frog
Hennepin Technical College
• Adam Beech, Director
• John McCaffrey, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Christopher Person Graphic Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Christopher Person, Graphic Designer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bedlam Galactic
Hennepin Technical College
• Riley Cominetti, Animator
• John McCaffrey, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-18
COLLEGE - DIRECTOR
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Paige Jaeger Directing
St. Cloud State University
• Paige Jaeger, Director
CATEGORY #C-19
COLLEGE - EDITOR
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Dingers
Central Lakes College
• Gunnar Olson, Editor
• Mark Ambroz Ambroz, Instructor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Andrew Legatt Editing Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Andrew Legatt, Editor
CATEGORY #C-20
COLLEGE - PHOTOGRAPHER
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jack Anderson Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Jack Anderson, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Notes from the Road
Loras College
• Seth Kilburg, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #C-21
COLLEGE - TALENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Noah Coté Talent Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Noah Cote`, Talent
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tony Langfellow Talent Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Tony Langfellow, Talent
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Nik Speliopoulos Talent Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Nik Speliopoulos, Talent
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Kirsten Krull Talent Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Kirsten Krull, Talent
CATEGORY #C-22
COLLEGE - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Woodbury House
Hennepin Technical College
• Dallas Gibson, Director
• Ian Glendenning, Audio Technician
• Jacob Youngquist, Camera Operator
• Harrison Marchio, Camera Operator
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
H.G. Leathers House
Hennepin Technical College
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
• Ian Glendenning, Director/Editor
• Jacob` Youngquist, Camera Operator
• Justin Ramey, Camera Operator
• Calvin Bentz, Audio Technician
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Crescent Grange Hall
Hennepin Technical College
• Harrison Marchio, Editor
• Dallas Gibson, Camera Operator
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-23
COLLEGE - WRITING
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tanner Robinson Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Tanner Robinson, Writer
CATEGORY #H-01
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWSCAST
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EaglEye #189
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Gabriel Peña, Anchor/Producer
• Faith Johnson, Anchor/Producer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The 10.03.19 Show
Eastview High School
• Faris Ahmed, Host
• Mason Enderlein, Host
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
WCTV Season 21 Episode 544
Webster City High School
• Emma Stroner, Student Director
• Dylan Bergantzel, Student Director
• Jacob Lahr, Technical Director
• WCTV Staff, Staff
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
• Stephanie Pace, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EaglEye #185
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Sara Abourjeily, Anchor/Producer
• Gabriel Peña, Anchor/Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Holiday Show
Eastview High School
• Max Gouette, Host
• Kevin Gonzalez, Host
CATEGORY #H-02
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Teen Mother
Eastview High School
• Olivia Cuoco, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Jordan Bolton- One of Ours
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Hunter Bertram, Talent
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Playing with a Purpose
Eastview High School
• Jake Brockman, Reporter
• Ian Carroll, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Budget Cuts
Pelican Rapids High School
• Kirby Nelson, Photographer
• Colm Fitzsimmons, Reporter
• Kathryn Anderson, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Marathon Stars
Eastview High School
• Elise Wiegele, Videographer
• Jack Singer, Reporter
CATEGORY #H-03
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
iPad Possibilities
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Hunter Bertram, Talent
• Drew Carruth, Camera
• Sara Abourjeily, Grip
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Missing Dog
Eastview High School
• Erik Speegle, Reporter
• Max Gouette, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Valentine's Day
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Stacey Minion, Advisor
• Taylor Endres, Talent
• Elise Grabinger, Director
• MacKenzie Ehlers, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Trades Opportunities
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Mohamed Hussein, Grip 2nd Camera
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Phone Policy
Eastview High School
• Tiffany Kaldahl, Reporter
CATEGORY #H-04
HIGH SCHOOL - ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Cinco de Mayo Parade
Eastview High School
• Olivia Cuoco, Reporter
• Jill Lamkins, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Art of Expression: Hair
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Camera/Editor, Anchor/Producer
• Faith Johnson, Talent
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Culture Blocked
Ankeny High School
• Autumn Cadoree, Student
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Singing for Those In Need
Eastview High School
• Jack Singer, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Interfaith Dialouge
Eastview High School
• Iqra Ismail, Reporter
CATEGORY #H-05
HIGH SCHOOL - MUSIC VIDEO
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Break my heart
Eden Prairie High School
• Sophia Sailer, Director
• Ian Brown, Musician
• Reagan Sissel, Actress
• Josie Morss, Actress
• Aria Miles, Actress
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Leave it to the Northside
Minneapolis North High School
• Samuel Wilbur, Teacher
• Kelan Holcomb, Lyricist
• Monaea Upton, Singer/Dancer
• Jasiona White, Singer/Songwriter/Dancer
• Nijionna Montjoy, Dancer
• Jacob Butler, Director/Cinemotgrapher
• Maresha Green, Director/Cinemtographer
• Shamaia Ross-Hawkins, Dancer
• Demetria Jones, Singer/Songwriter
• Khadija Ba, Singer/Dancer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
2k19 Homecoming
Thomas Edison High School Minneapolis Public Schools
• David Salzer, Classroom Teacher
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Primrose
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Stacey Minion, Advisor
• Elise Grabinger, Talent
• Kevin Bjorgan, Editor
CATEGORY #H-06
HIGH SCHOOL SHORT FORM: FICTION
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Car Review
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Stacey Minion, Advisor
• Gavan Mikkelson, Talent
• Brendan Erickson, Editor
• Jack Mattson, Talent
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Our War
St. Thomas Academy
• Pawel Williams, Producer/Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
On the Scene
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Stacey Minion, Advisor
• Andrew Softing, Director
• Carter Anderson, Talent
• Colby Hesby, Talent
CATEGORY #H-07
HIGH SCHOOL - SHORT FORM: NON-FICTION
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Senior Spotlight
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Stacey Minion, Advisor
• Justin How, Director/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Addiction Adversity
Eastview High School
• Abby Lindgren, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Kindergartner for a Day
Pelican Rapids High School
• Kirby Nelson, Reporter
• Colm Fitzsimmons, Photographer
• Kathryn Anderson, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Home
Bemidji High School
• Gavin Kestner, Videographer/Editor
• Westin Gourneau, Actor/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tennis Superstar
Eastview High School
• Hailey Rohlwing, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Paws: A Dogumentary
St. Thomas Academy
• Joseph Zak, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Positivity
Eastview High School
• Sydney Lacher, Reporter
CATEGORY #H-08
HIGH SCHOOL - LONG FORM: FICTION
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Family First
St. Thomas Academy
• Nicholas Tucci, Producer
CATEGORY #H-10
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Coaches Corner
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Stacey Minion, Advisor
• Justin How, Photographer
• MacKenzie Ehlers, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
College Gameday
Eastview High School
• Hailey Rohlwig, Reporter
• Parker Hagebock, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Brotherhood On The Ice
Bemidji High School
• Susie Ritter, Videographer/Editor
CATEGORY #H-12
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS - LIVE EVENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City vs Ballard Wrestling
Webster City High School
• Emma Stroner, Student Director
• Sarah Lindstrom, Camera Operator
• Gabe Tague, Camera Operator
• Lucas Yoder, Camera Operator
• Dylan Bergantzel, Sound Board Operator
• Jacob Lahr, Replay Operator
• Henry Ambrose, Play By Play Announcer
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
• Stephanie Pace, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Oskaloosa Basketball vs Norwalk
Oskaloosa High School
• Kim Gile, Instructor
• Caleb Edwards, Camera Operator
• Selyna Lockard, Technical Director/Camera Operator
• Katelyn Sirovy, Producer/Director
• Camden Silvers, Technical Director
• Stephen Goodwin, Camera Operator
• Coy Snakenberg, PTZ Camera Operator
• Kale Hoover, Camera Operator
• Mason Ford, PTZ Camera Operator
• Maximum Orduna, PTZ Camera Operator
• Tyler Hirl, Camera Operator
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Football: Providence Academy at Kennedy
Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV)
• Joe Wiklund, Student Producer/Director
• Zach Vacura, Director/Camera
• Max Manwarren, Graphics/Camera
• Lucas Krieg, Replays/Audio
• Jeremy Lee, Replays/Camera
• Vladislav Budiak, Audio/Camera
• Tom Ringdal, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Boys' Hockey: Jefferson at Kennedy
Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV)
• Zach Vacura, Student Producer/Director
• Ben Cannavo, Director/Camera
• Andrew Grund, Graphics/Camera
• Max Manwarren, Graphics/Camera
• Paul Fourniea, Staff Advisor
• Jack Click, Replays/Camera
• Tom Ringdal, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-13
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Speak Up. Reach Out.
St. Thomas Academy
• Joseph Zak, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Drinking and Driving PSA
Minnetonka High School
• Jonathan Presson, Director/Editor
• Cole Komisar, Lead Actor
• Anna Knutson, Set Production Assistant
• Chrissy Hansen, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Driving Blindfolded
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Jirah Bautista, Actor
• Aaron Sesay, Producer And Editor
• Carter Ehlers, Actor And Editor
• Seth Johnson, Lights/Grip
• Joanna Santiago, Writer And Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bullying - PSA
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Stacey Minion, Advisor
• Sienna Baratono, Editor
• Elise Grabinger, Talent
• Allison Rohweller, Talent
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Antibiotic Resistence
Eastview High School
• Kevin Gonzalez, Talent
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Distracted Driving
Minnetonka High School
• Hanna Baskin, Director
• Katie Rohling, Interviewer
• Drew Sigel, Film
• Bryce Rega, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Gun Safety
Minnetonka High School
• Andrew Hicks, Producer
• Fletcher Anderson, Editor
• Joe Sorenson, Cinematographer
• Jackson Sinykin, Director
CATEGORY #H-14
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
DigiGirlz
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Oscar Nieto, Camera/Editor
• Airyona Deherrera, Camera/Editor
• Julia Congdon, Grip 2nd Camera
• Jinelly Dominguez-Rodriguez, Talent
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Dangers of Vaping
Eastview High School
• Max Gouette, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Venmo Scams
Eastview High School
• Parker Hagebock, Reporter
• Mason Enderlein, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Youth Climate Change
Eastview High School
• Iqra Ismail, Reporter
CATEGORY #H-15
HIGH SCHOOL - MAGAZINE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
VNN Nov
Pelican Rapids High School
• Ibrahim Ali, Photographer
• Moira Fitzsimmons, Reporter
• Autumn Gummringer, Telepromter
• Adam Hoover, Camera Operator
• Ellie Johnson, Reporter
• David Johnston, Reporter
• Jared Kekaha, Photographer
• Alex Motz, Photographer
• Anna Kunz, Reporter
• Ivy Ott, Photographer
• Emma Seter, Photographer
• Kathryn Anderson, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EaglEye #184
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Mohamed Hussein, Anchor/Producer
• Jarett Huard, Anchor/Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
VNN April
Pelican Rapids High School
• Zane Broszowske, Anchor
• Mackenzie Thornton, Anchor
• Katlyn Haugrud, Photographer
• Tucker Maus, Reporter
• Crystal Diaz, Camera Operator
• Melissa Salazar, Teleprompter
• Spencer Okke, Photographer
• Noah Ballard, Reporter
• Kathryn Anderson, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EaglEye #179
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Sara Abourjeily, Anchor/Producer
• Gabriel Peña, Anchor/Producer
• Rapheall Davis, Anchor/Producer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-16
HIGH SCHOOL - COMMERCIAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Ashery Lane Farm
Minnetonka High School
• Katie Rohling, Research Coordinator
• Drew Sigel, Editor
• Christina Hansen, Communications Lead
• Cole Komisar, Filmer/Editor
• Michelle Senescall, Project Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Snapology Commercial
Minnetonka High School
• Jeff Gerczak, Editor
• Sadiq Osman, Cinematogropher
• Drew Hicks, Research
• Kyle Woese, Communications
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Be A Boarder Commercial
Minnetonka High School
• Jonathan Presson, Director/Editor
• Jackson Sinykin, Research Coordinator
• Charlie Hemer, Creative Lead
• Nick Roberts, Communications Lead
CATEGORY #H-17
HIGH SCHOOL - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Star Wars
Eastview High School
• Parker Hagebock, Animator
• Jack Singer, Editor
CATEGORY #H-19
HIGH SCHOOL - EDITOR
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Jarett Huard
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Jarett Huard, Editor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-20
HIGH SCHOOL - PHOTOGRAPHER
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Jarett Huard
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Jarett Huard, Photographer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-21
HIGH SCHOOL - TALENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Hunter Bertram
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Hunter Bertram, Talent
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Gabriel Peña
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Gabriel Peña, Talent
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sara Abourjeily
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Sara Abourjeily, Talent
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-22
HIGH SCHOOL - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Light Show
Eastview High School
• Evan Burns, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A Runner's Tale
Eastview High School
• Brady Schlaefer, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
What is Love?
Eastview High School
• Emma Rae, Reporter
CATEGORY #H-23
HIGH SCHOOL - WRITING
2020 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Hannah Robinson
Apple Valley High School
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Hannah Robinson, Writing
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-01
COLLEGE - NEWSCAST
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Campus News 4-7-18
MSU - Moorhead
• Emma Vatnsdal, Producer
• Leah Backstrom, Associate Producer
• Sara Erickson, Associate Producer
• Anthony Fridgen, Associate Producer
• Benjamin Rieke, Associate Producer
• Tyler Ziegler, Associate Producer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
LCTV News
Loras College
• Amber Krieg, Co-Producer
• Ben Friedman, Co-Producer/Anchor
• Maggie Wedlake, Associate Producer/Anchor
• LCTV Staff, Reporters/Studio Crew
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Top Stories – April 27/2018
University of St. Thomas
• Noah Brown, Anchor/Writer
• Carolyn Meyer, Anchor/Writer
• Natalie Koerbitz, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
UTVS News
St. Cloud State University
• Kyle Fahrmann, News Director
• Mitchell Barnhart, Producer
• Bre Saunders, Producer
• Kendra Kluver, Producer
• Greg Spaeth, Director
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
• Paige Jaeger, Technical Director
• Tony Langfellow, Anchor
• Jenna LeMair, Anchor
• Alexis Pearson, Sports Anchor
• Noah Cote, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #C-02
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Teachers and Guns
MSU - Moorhead
• Ben Rieke, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Asbury Sidewalk Controversy
Loras College
• Ben Friedman, Reporter
• Michael Runde, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Screamtown
St. Cloud State University
• Spencer Schacht, Reporter
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hurricane Harvey Mission Trip
MSU - Moorhead
• Shay Dahle, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
As social media usage grows/so does its criticism
University of St. Thomas
• Lauren Andrego, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
St. Thomas community denounces racism with sit-in
University of St. Thomas
• Solveig Rennan, Reporter
• Charlie Siddons, Videographer
CATEGORY #C-03
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dog Lady
MSU - Moorhead
• Emma Vatnsdal, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Give Kids a Smile Day
MSU - Moorhead
• Sara Erickson, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Marine Biology Lab
MSU - Moorhead
• Tyler Ziegler, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hammocks emerge as spring finally begins
University of St. Thomas
• Lauren Andrego, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Grounds Crew's Best Friend
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Brennen Scarborough, Reporter
• Vanshay Murdock, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #C-04
COLLEGE - ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Picturing Music
MSU - Moorhead
• Leah Backstrom, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ninja U
Wartburg College
• Nathan Stephany, Reporter & Videographer
CATEGORY #C-05
COLLEGE - MUSIC VIDEO
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Blessings
Hennepin Technical College
• Cody Anton, Producer
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Fab Da Jewel - Progreso/Envidia y Fama
Hennepin Technical College
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
• Jerome Bour Serra, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
KJNB Studio Sessions presents "We Could Be Happy" by Jake Braun
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• John Nguyen, Producer
• Michael Frye, Director
• Nathan Barrett, Editor/Videographer
• Ryan Revoir, Editor/Videographer
• Charlotte Frisk, Videographer
• Michael Bloss, Videographer
• Ashley Yang, Audio Operator
• Aaron Utke, Mentor
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Take Me
Loras College
• Seth Kilburg, Producer/Photographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Happy Boring Life
University of St. Thomas
• Sam Luloff, Producer/Director/Editor
CATEGORY #C-06
COLLEGE - SHORT FORM: FICTION
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Fairy of the Night
Augsburg University
• Joel Myers, Director
• Jila Nikpay, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Coffee Talk
Loras College
• Sarah Mueller, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Do Not Pass GO
South Dakota State University
• Joel Quanbeck, Producer/Director
• Mikaela Neubauer, Producer/Director
• Noah Rieber, Producer/Director
• Kasey Teigen, Producer/Director
• Rocky Dailey, Project Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Cycle
Augsburg University
• Winston Heckt, Director
• Lukas Olson, Editing/Sound
• Lauren Tabor, Writer
• Robert Cowgill, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Have a Snow Ball
Buena Vista University
• Mason McGrew, Director/Producer/Editor/and Animator
CATEGORY #C-07
COLLEGE - SHORT FORM: NON-FICTION
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lake Sagatagan: A Lake of Saint John's Abbey Arboretum
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Michael Pineda, Producer/Editor
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Transgender Author Publishes His Second Book Under His New Name
St. Cloud State University
• Spencer Schacht, Reporter
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EMS: A Career with a Heartbeat
Loras College
• Kelly Kuboushek, Co-Producer
• Madison Galloway, Co-Producer
CATEGORY #C-08
COLLEGE - LONG FORM: FICTION
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
HTRPG
Hennepin Technical College
• Perry Nguyen, Director
• Dyaln Salber, Actor
• Leah Fischer, Actress
• Dallas Gibson, Director Of Photography
• Cameron Ruff-Freiberg, Editor
• Ian Glendenning, Production Assistant
• Lina M. Abdirahman, Audio
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Take Me Home
Augsburg University
• Rebecca Lynn Schroeder, Director/Writer
• Lukas Olson, Sound/Editing
• Winston Heckt, Camera/Editing
• Francesca Chiari, Producer
• Meredith Carstens, Assistant Director
• Olivia Drury, Production Design
• Jenny Hanson, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Curdled
Loras College
• Sarah Mueller, Writer/Co-Producer
• John Spencer, Co-Producer
• Brody Kuhar, Co-Producer
• Jack Sarcone, Co-Producer
• Amber Krieg, Co-Producer
• Caroline Breitbach, Co-Producer/Actress
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Merge
University of Northern Iowa
• Laney Kraus-Taddeo, Writer/Editor
• Kevin Thorn, Cinematographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Gun-Chuck Danger
MSU - Moorhead
• Brent Kiehl, Producer
• Erin LeMair, Director Of Photography And Editor
• Aaron Beck, Director
• Jordan Kilian, Sound Designer
• Raymond Rea, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Pre-Mortem
Dordt University
• Adam DeKleine, Director
• Elizabeth Eckels, Producer
• Zachary Dirksen, Writer
• Emi Stewart, Cinematographer
• Kendra Nydam, Assistant Director
• Mackenzie Peterson, Editor
• Mark Volkers, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #C-09
COLLEGE - LONG FORM: NON-FICTION
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bonnie Campbell
Wartburg College
• Aubree Taylor, Writer/Producer
• Allison Stahmer, Digital Producer
• Kaz Onoo, Videographer/Editor
• McKenzie Kielman, Vision Coordinator
• Marisa Falco, Project Manager
• Megan Burke, Graphics
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
As Syrian refugees resettle in Minnesota/student parallels her journey from Ethiopia
University of St. Thomas
• Deborah Honore, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Art of Living
Loras College
• John Spencer, Co-Producer
• Brody Kuhar, Co-Producer
• Jack Sarcone, Co-Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Nibi Eteg: Where the Water Is
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Grace Lindquist, Producer/Director
• Brennan Lafeber, Producer/Director
• Mackenzie Kuhl, Current Director
• Danica Simonet, Current Director
• George Dornbach, Videographer/Editor
• Ryan Revoir, Videographer/Editor
• Salvador Garcia, Videographer/Editor
• Ashley Yang, Videographer/Editor
• Maggie Grunow, Editor/Animator
• Paul Marsnik, Faculty Advisor
• Ethan Wittrock, Production Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Nice
Wartburg College
• Alyssa Edwards, Digital Producer
• Bailey Strait, Production Manager
• Adeboye Olaniyan, Graphics
• Paul Bossa, Videographer/Editor
• Molly Savage, Writer/Producer
CATEGORY #C-10
COLLEGE - SPORTS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Blessed - The Isaiah Westfall Story
St. Cloud State University
• Joe Scarrella, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
• Madison Golden, Associate Producer
• Ashley Pierson, Associate Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Natural Born Defender
St. Cloud State University
• Ashley Pierson, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Erin Fons Dives In
MSU - Moorhead
• Aaron Simmons, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
NDSU Women and Girls Sports Day
MSU - Moorhead
• Emma Vatnsdal, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
BSU Women's Hockey
Bemidji State University
• Jarrett Hastig, Director/Editor/Videographer/Producer
CATEGORY #C-11
COLLEGE - SPORTS - PROGRAM
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
SportsZONE
Loras College
• Pat Hunt, Co-Producer/Anchor
• Michael Runde, Co-Producer
• CJ Ponton, Anchor/Reporter
• SportsZONE Staff, Reporters/Studio Crew
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Husky Mag
St. Cloud State University
• Parker Kayser, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
• Bethanie Barrios, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Crunch Time
St. Cloud State University
• Austin Schindler, Producer
• Leif Ender, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-12
COLLEGE - SPORTS - LIVE EVENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
SCSU vs BSU Men's DI College Hockey - November 16th 2018
St. Cloud State University
• Greg Spaeth, Producer
• Madison Golden, Associate Producer
• Ashley Pierson, Director
• Brian Stanley, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
StreamTeam presents SJU Football - Saint John's vs. Thomas More 11/10/2018
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Reibel J. Ramirez, Manager & Executive Producer
• Josiah Passe, Director
• Brendan Conway, Assistant Director
• Jazmyne H. Rojas, Camera Operator
• Alexander Huerta, Camera Operator
• Meegan Frank, Camera Operator
• Joshua Akkerman, Mentor
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
William Penn Football Live vs Graceland
William Penn University
• Mason Shrader, Director
• Jimmy Ott, Technical Director
• Jenny Hugins, Media-Replay Operator
• Dominic Bravo, Camera Operator
• Seth Crook, Camera Operator
• Kadeem Ellington, Camera Operator
• Jarrett Hunt, Camera Operator
• Wade Votroubek, Camera Operator
• Douglas Hoskins, Faculty Advisor
• Adam Chown, Faculty Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Maverick Hockey Weekend- Season Championship Broadcast
Bethany Lutheran College
• Tyler Rogers, Producer
• Kenny Ramirez, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Wartburg vs. Central
Wartburg College
• Jon Mohwinkle, Announcer
• Ryan Reebenacker, Announcer
• Blake Zimmerman, Camera
• Alec Ille, Camera
• Hunter Werner, Camera
• Madison Freeland, Graphics
• Josh Voigt, Replay
• Blake Crawmer, Assistant Replay
• Dominic Hanson, Director
• Paul Benson, Assistant Director
• Anshika Singh, Producer
• Laura Ajdini, Master Control/Audio
CATEGORY #C-13
COLLEGE - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Selfie Killer PSA
Hennepin Technical College
• Justin Ramey, Director
• Dyaln Salber, Actor
• Josh Olson, Director Of Photography
• Lina Mohamed-Abdirahman, Production Assistant
• Ian Glendenning, Writer
• Kale Asada, Writer
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hero
Century College
• Ian Felix, Producer
• Dain Rodriguez-Hines, Editor
• Ben Bauer, Director
• Mario Castillo, Camera Operator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
You Set the Example
Century College
• Tiffany Vang, Producer/Editor
• Mitchell Smisek, Director
• David Powers, Camera Operator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
All Roads Lead Home
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Tristan Evans-Fargione, Director
• Zak Schermerhorn, Editor
• Caytlin Neuburger, Production Manager
CATEGORY #C-15
COLLEGE - MAGAZINE
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Entertainment-30
St. Cloud State University
• Maya Brown, Associate Producer
• Kenny Johnson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Anoka County Historical Society National Registry of Historic Places - Carlos Avery Game Farm
Hennepin Technical College
• Charles Ellingson, Director
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Anoka County Historical Society National Registry of Historic Places - Ticknor House - Anoka
Hennepin Technical College
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
• Justin Ramey, Director
CATEGORY #C-16
COLLEGE - COMMERCIAL
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lets Talk
Augsburg University
• Jenny Hanson, Advisor
• Adrianna Foreman, Director/Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
WITCC Video and Media Production Program Promotiion
Western Iowa Tech
• Jonathan Rouse, Producer/Editor
• Chris Mansfield, Advisor
• Mike Jones, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Fall Sports Promo
Wartburg College
• Josh Voigt, Producer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
College Radio Foundation promo
Western Iowa Tech
• Joseph Brooks, Producer/Editor
• Chris Mansfield, Advisor
• Mike Jones, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-17
COLLEGE - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
I Wanna Be Yours - Lyric Video
Loras College
• Madison Tolley, Producer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Firewater
Hennepin Technical College
• Riley Cominetti, Director
• Calvin Bentz, Director Of Photography
• Michael Schmitz, Editor
• Marques Hewitt, Production Assistant
• Sara Heidrich, Production Assistant
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Rodney and Jimmy and the Campfire
Augsburg University
• Joel Myers, Director
• Jenny Hanson, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-18
COLLEGE - DIRECTOR
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Merge
University of Northern Iowa
• Laney Kraus-Taddeo, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Paige Jaeger - Director
St. Cloud State University
• Paige Jaeger, Director
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-19
COLLEGE - EDITOR
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Amusement
Augsburg University
• Joel Myers, Editor
• Jila Nikpay, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Twin Cities 2018 Winter Highlights
Century College
• Jimmy Yang, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Andrew Legatt Editing Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Andrew Legatt, Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-20
COLLEGE - PHOTOGRAPHER
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Zac Hoffner Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Zac Hoffner, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Art of Living documentary
Loras College
• John Spencer, Photographer
• Brody Kuhar, Photographer
• Jack Sarcone, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Leah Backstrom Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Leah Backstrom, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-21
COLLEGE - TALENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Miranda O'Bryan
South Dakota State University
• Miranda O'Bryan, Anchor/Reporter
• Rocky Dailey, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Noah Brown
University of St. Thomas
• Noah Brown, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Madison Golden Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Madison Golden, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ben Rieke Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
• Ben Rieke, Talent/Anchor
CATEGORY #C-22
COLLEGE - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond the Ice - Robby Jackson
St. Cloud State University
• Ashley Pierson, Producer
• Juli Stone Pitzer, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
No Right to Complain
St. Cloud State University
• Chelsea Bauman, Producer/Director/Photographer/Editor
• Juli Stone Pitzer, Advisor
• Rachel Thiesse, Photographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Ohl
Wartburg College
• Matthew Ohl, Videographer & Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Man Behind the Mic
MSU - Moorhead
• Aaron Simmons, Photographer/Editor
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-23
COLLEGE - WRITING
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tyler Ziegler Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Tyler Ziegler, Writer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-01
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWSCAST
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EagleVision News Program
Eden Prairie High School
• Perry Kennedy, Advisors
• Rolf Olson, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
WCTV Season 20 Episode 520
Webster City High School
• Kaitlynn Seeley, Technical Director
• Kyra Wagner, WCTV Student Director
• Daniel Blankenship, WCTV Student Director
• WCTV Staff, WCTV Staff
• Heather Noethe, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Flash 9.20.18
Eastview High School
• Simi Hill, Producer
• Jake Brockman, Reporter
• Olivia Cuoco, Anchor
• Ian Carroll, Anchor
• Iqra Ismail, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Flash 9.13.18
Eastview High School
• Joey Mayer, Anchor
• Jake Brockman, Anchor
• Olivia Cuoco, Reporter
• Tyler Tschida, Reporter
• Jillian Lamkins, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EaglEye #169
Apple Valley High School
• Antonio DeLugo, Anchor
• Emily Westcott, Anchor
• EaglEye Crew, Studio Crew
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
WCTV Season 20 Episode 508
Webster City High School
• Kyra Wagner, Student Director
• Daniel Blankenship, Student Director
• Kaitlynn Seeley, Technical Director
• WCTV Staff, WCTV Staff
• Heather Noethe, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-02
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tent City
Eastview High School
• Will Verduzco, Reporter/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
One of Ours: Aaron Johnson
Apple Valley High School
• Connie Knipe, Camera/Editor
• Hunter Bertram, Talent
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-03
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sticker Thursday
Eastview High School
• Cara Miller, Reporter/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Snackin' with Syd
Eastview High School
• Sydney Lacher, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Some of Ours: A Brother Sister Duo
Webster City High School
• Emma Stroner, Reporter
• Heather Noethe, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Established in 1923: The Story of EPHS
Eden Prairie High School
• Andrew Nosal, Director/Editor/Writer
• Ethan Lambert, Director/Editor/Reporter
CATEGORY #H-04
HIGH SCHOOL - ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Equivalence
St. Paul Neighborhood Network
• Imani Moore, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Danceworks
Apple Valley High School
• Marie Peña, Writer/Editor
• Connie Knipe, Camera/Editor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
I Want To Be My Own Hero
Eastview High School
• Iqra Ismail, Reporter
• Kyle Hoang, Editor
CATEGORY #H-05
HIGH SCHOOL - MUSIC VIDEO
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Born to Love You
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Nicole Embree, Director/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Livin' the Dream
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Michael Allen, Director/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lost Myself
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Cade Murphy, Director/Editor
• Luke Cipale, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ripple
Bemidji High School
• Clifford Jones, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Masochism Tango
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Geneva Klein, Director/Editor
CATEGORY #H-06
HIGH SCHOOL SHORT FORM: FICTION
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Anime Badminton: Family Legacy
Eastview High School
• Brady Schlaefer, Writer/Director/Special Effects
• Jake Brockman, Actor
• Joey Mayer, Actor
• Simi Hill, Actor
• Sky Waters, Graphics
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Marie
St. Paul Neighborhood Network
• Henry Marek, Producer
• Phoebe Kropuenske, Actor
• James Harris, Actor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Falling out of love
Bemidji High School
• Mckinley Kingbird, Director/Editor/and Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Shattered
Eastview High School
• Simi Hill, Writer/Director
CATEGORY #H-07
HIGH SCHOOL - SHORT FORM: NON-FICTION
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Deaf Parents
Eastview High School
• Olivia Cuoco, Reporter
• Jillian Lamkins, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Found
Eastview High School
• Jake Brockman, Reporter
• Tyler Tschida, Camera
• Joey Mayer, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Spooky Basement
Pelican Rapids High School
• Kathryn Anderson, Advisor
• Colm Fitzsimmons, Reporter
• Zane Brosowske, Photographer
CATEGORY #H-08
HIGH SCHOOL - LONG FORM: FICTION
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Project Descendants
Eden Prairie High School
• Andrew Nosal, Director/Writer/Cinematographer/Editor/Actor
• Ethan Lambert, Actor/Creative Consultant/Camera Operator
• David Nelson, Actor
• Hallie Williams, Actress
• Zach Martin, Actor
• Carter Aakhus, Actor/Creative Consultant/Camera Operator
• Nico DiGiovanni, Actor
• James Wilkins, Actor
• Rachel Fischer, Actress
• Ben O'Connor, Actor/Camera Operator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Relics
Eden Prairie High School
• Carter Aakhus, Writer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Chase Anderson, Actor
• David Nelson, Actor
CATEGORY #H-09
HIGH SCHOOL - LONG FORM: NON-FICTION
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Keep it in the Ground
St. Paul Neighborhood Network
• Jacqualine Martinez, Producer
• Emily Cashel, Producer
• Sumaiya Kadir, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
One Day At A Time
Eastview High School
• The Flash Crew, Reporter/Editor
CATEGORY #H-10
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Girls Lacrosse
Apple Valley High School
• Jacob Hartman, Talent/Writing
• Connie Knipe, Camera/Editor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Growing Up On The Rink
Bemidji High School
• Susan Ritter, Producer/Videographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bemidji Boys Basketball
Bemidji High School
• Wyatt Harrom, Editor
CATEGORY #H-11
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS - PROGRAM
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Inside Jefferson Football - 10.9.18
Bloomington Educational Cable Television (BEC-TV)
• Tom Ringdal, Advisor
• Paul Fourniea, Advisor
• Ben Cannavo, Director
• Jack Click, Audio
• Alex Redding, Floor Director & Producer
CATEGORY #H-12
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS - LIVE EVENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Football: Benilde-St. Margaret's at Jefferson Composite
Bloomington Educational Cable Television (BEC-TV)
• Tom Ringdal, Advisor
• Nic Lee, Producer
• Ben Cannavo, Director
• Colin Bustos, Technical Director
• Nora Malueg, Graphics
• Jack Click, Audio
• Zach Vacura, Replays
• Evan Redding, Scorebox
• Max Manwarren, Camera
• James Loken, Camera
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sioux Falls Roosevelt vs Rapid City Central Boys Basketball
Roosevelt High School - Sioux Falls/South Dakota
• Brenten Bartels, Play-By-Play Announcer/Producer
• Jenny Chatwell, Color Announcer And Co-Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City vs Hampton Dumont Volleyball 2018
Webster City High School
• Kaitlynn Seeley, Student Director
• Zachary Mickelson, Soundboard Operator
• Dylan Bergantzel, Camera Operator
• Mackenzie Burney, Camera Operator
• Kyle Chieng, Camera Operator
• Tucker Judkins, Play By Play Announcer
• Alex Hooker, Play By Play Announcer
• Heather Noethe, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City vs Hampton Dumont Boys Basketball 2018
Webster City High School
• Kaitlynn Seeley, Student Director
• Jacob Lahr, Soundboard Operator
• Dylan Bergantzel, Camera Operator
• Zachary Mickelson, Camera Operator
• Mackenzie Burney, Camera Operator
• Kyle Chieng, Replay Operator
• Tucker Judkins, Play By Play Announcer
• Heather Noethe, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Baseball Target Field
Bloomington Educational Cable Television (BEC-TV)
• Tom Ringdal, Advisor
• Evan Faas, Director/Student Producer
• Emmaline Tarnowski, Technical Director
• Elaina Fourneia, Graphics
• Miles Ronning, Replay Operator
• Ben Cannavo, Camera Operator
• Nic Lee, Camera Operator
• Zach Vacura, Audio
• Owen Ronning, Runner
• Alex Redding, Field Talent
CATEGORY #H-13
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Inner Thoughts Can Be Taunting
Minnetonka High School
• Evan Steingas, Editor
• Sammy Burmeister, Director
• Gillian Coult, Editior
• Kate McHugh, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
See the Unseen
Minnetonka High School
• Blake Birno, Producer
• Lauren Callahan, Director
• Connor Shelquist, Talent
• Delanie Varner, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Antibiotic Awareness
Eastview High School
• Emma Rae Roberts, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
School Safety: Show Your ID
Minnetonka High School
• Julia Mau, Writing
• Ray Shehadeh, Photographer
• Abigail Turnquist, Editor
CATEGORY #H-14
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Student Walkout
Apple Valley High School
• Ishwaq Warsame, Writer/Editor
• Emily Westcott, Camera
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Giving
Eastview High School
• Iqra Ismail, Reporter/Editor
CATEGORY #H-15
HIGH SCHOOL - MAGAZINE
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
VNN-November Newscast
Pelican Rapids High School
• Kathryn Anderson, Advisor
• Kirby Nelson, Anchor
• Katlyn Haugrud, Anchor
• Tucker Maus, Reporter
• Mackenzie Thornton, Reporter
• Crystal Diaz, Photographer
• Melissa Salazar, Reporter
• Spencer Okke, Photographer
• Noah Ballard, Camera Operator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Flash Special Edition: Play for Patrick
Eastview High School
• Jon Singer, Reporter/Editor
• Jillian Lamkins, Anchor
• Olivia Cuoco, Anchor
• Emma Rae Roberts, Graphics
• Nicholas Fornicoia, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-16
HIGH SCHOOL - COMMERCIAL
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Cornerstone : Rebuilding Lives and Restoring Hope
Minnetonka High School
• Sammy Burmeister, Director
• Laura Wilkins, Editor
• Lucas Chow, Editor
• Daniel Paulson-Luna, Writer
• Chinaka Ihekweazu, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Come Explore Central Campus
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Antonesia Williams, Director/Editor/Writer
• Cade Pahl, Director/Writer/Videographer
• Dustin Hagler, Director/Writer/Videogpraher
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Kiddywampus
Minnetonka High School
• Benjamin Walton, Writing
• Benjamin Haddley, Editor
• Issac Goldmen, Director
• Lily Jackson, Photographer
CATEGORY #H-17
HIGH SCHOOL - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Brady Schlaefer VFX
Eastview High School
• Brady Schlaefer, Producer
CATEGORY #H-18
HIGH SCHOOL - DIRECTOR
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Kaitlynn Seeley Composite
Webster City High School
• Kaitlynn Seeley, Technical Director
• Heather Noethe, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-19
HIGH SCHOOL - EDITOR
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Search
Bemidji High School
• Toby Glen, Producer/Editor/Cinematographer
• Jace Peterson, Talent/Co Editor
• Ryan Pouge, Talent
• Tanner Hammitt, Talent
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Kaitlynn Seeley Composite
Webster City High School
• Kaitlynn Seeley, Technical Director
• Heather Noethe, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-20
HIGH SCHOOL - PHOTOGRAPHER
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Brady Schlaefer Photography
Eastview High School
• Brady Schlaefer, Photographer
CATEGORY #H-22
HIGH SCHOOL - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Turning 18
Eastview High School
• Brady Schlaefer, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Just Do It
Eastview High School
• Will Verduzco, Editor
• The Flash Crew, Support
CATEGORY #H-23
HIGH SCHOOL - WRITING
2019 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Connie Knipe Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Connie Knipe, Writer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-01
COLLEGE - NEWSCAST
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Campus News - April 29th, 2017
MSU - Moorhead
• Haley Foster, Producer
• Betsy Harmsen, Associate Producer
• Sara Erickson, Associate Producer
• Levi Lass, Associate Producer
• Tanner Robinson, Associate Producer
• Emma Vatnsdal, Associate Producer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
This Week on Campus #8
Western Iowa Tech
• Cynthia Monroy, Host
• Taylor Holmes, Director
• Jonathan Rouse, Technical Director
• Alex Ochoa, Audio Engineer
• Jordan Beeman, Photographer
• Zach Malenosky, Photographer
• Joe Brooks, Graphics
• Chris Mansfield, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
UTVS News
St. Cloud State University
• Piper Shaw, News Director
• Spencer Schacht, News Director
• Tonya Nyberg, Producer
• Kyle Fahrmann, Producer
• Jenna Kingsley, Produer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
LCTV News
Loras College
• Allison Wong, Producer/Anchor
• Ben Freidman, Anchor/Reporter
• Payton Van Vors, Producer/Director
• Kelly Kuboushek, Associate Producer/Reporter
• Sarah Mueller, Associate Producer
• Kaitlyn LeGrange, Sports Shorts Producer
• Sami Graff, Sports Shorts Anchor/Reporter
• Allie Kaleta, Reporter
• LCTV News Staff & Studio Crew, .
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Cedar Valley Today - March 24th, 2017
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Advisor
• Robert Newell, Cedar Valley Today Station Manager
CATEGORY #C-02
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Women's March in Fargo
MSU - Moorhead
• Betsy Harmsen, Reporter/Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
St. Thomas partners with PBS Under Told Stories Project
University of St. Thomas
• Simeon Lancaster, Producer
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Standing with Standing Rock
MSU - Moorhead
• Adam Pope, Reporter
• Ben Rieke, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-03
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Professor's Vinyl Collection
MSU - Moorhead
• Emma Vatnsdal, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Laundry Love
St. Cloud State University
• Spencer Schacht, Reporter
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Honor Flight
St. Cloud State University
• Piper Shaw, Reporter
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Local Veterans Helping Veterans
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Advisor
• Calyn Thompson, Anchor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Into the Booming Grounds
Central Lakes College
• Sarah Nelson, Director/Writer/Videographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Mark of a Generation
MSU - Moorhead
• Haley Foster, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sophomore creates community across campus
University of St. Thomas
• Lauren Andrego, Reporter
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Johnnie Bennie Campus News at Up 'Til Dawn
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Josie Thelen, Reporter
• Emily Webster, Executive Producer
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-04
COLLEGE - ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Great River Arts
Central Lakes College
• Nicholas Koester, Producer/Director/Writer/Videographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
St. Thomas uses Arrupe College as model for two-year program
University of St. Thomas
• Lauren Andrego, Reporter
• Mary Brickner, Reporter
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
28th Annual Woodlands and High Plains PowWow
MSU - Moorhead
• Levi Lass, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-05
COLLEGE - MUSIC VIDEO
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Skeletons
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Ryan Hall, Director
• Tyler Patten, Director Of Photography
• Zoe Cramer, Producer
• Aaron DeVall, Editor
• Mark Myers, Production Assistant
• Sam Bostrom, Cinematographer
• Alex Zwart, Cinematographer
• Jordan Pohl, Writer/SongWriter
• Ann Sorenson, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Wash County Sheriff Lip Sync - Music Video
Century College
• Ian Felix, Editor/Photographer
• Benjamin Bauer, Producer/Editor
• Blake Betland, Photographer
• Dain Rodriguez-Hines, Photographer
• David Powers, Photographer/Editor
• Jack Kompelien, Photographer
• Mario Castillo, Photographer
• Mee Moua, Photographer
• Mitchell Smisek, Editor
• Seth Zabel, Photographer
• Tiffany Vang, Photographer/Editor
• Ted Kermes, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Story
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Samara Ehlke, Director/DP/Editor
• Kourtney White, Producer
• Samuel Pederson, Composer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Oh Lord
Loras College
• Emilie Dalsing, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Jon Quinn, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Andrew Kilburg, Producer/Editor/Actor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Badinovs – Music-Video
Century College
• Dain Rodriguez-Hines, Editor/Photographer
• Grant Newkirk, Director/Editor
• Mee Moua, Producer/Director
• Shon Rought, Photographer/Editor
• Mike Eddy, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-06
COLLEGE - FICTION
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Way Out
Dordt University
• Kyle Fossé, Writer/Producer/Director/Editor
• Mark Volkers, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Invisible - Pilot Episode
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Ryan O'Neill, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Promotion
Hennepin Technical College
• Charles Ombati, Director
• Colton Letellier, Director Of Photography
• Austin Sandquist, Production Assistant
• Cameron Ruff-Freiberg, Actor
• Yang Vang, Production Assistant
• David Parast, Assistant Director
• Harrison Reeder, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Monday Train
Augsburg University
• Emily James, Writer/Director
• Jila Nikpay, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
One Fourth
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Kayleigh Phillips, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Rhodes
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Samara Ehlke, Writer/Director/Editor
• Micah Haworth, Director Of Photography
• Zach Strahan, Composer
CATEGORY #C-07
COLLEGE - NON-FICTION
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dubuque's Holding
Loras College
• Allison Wong, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Charlie Grant, Producer/Videographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
SSQTCH Creative Presents: Saint John's Maple Syrup
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Ian Fritz, Producer/Director
• Conor Murphy, Producer/Director
• Simon-Hòa Phan, Advisor/Professor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Luen Hai: Decoding the Connection
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Malia Carson, Producer/Director
• Erin Beacom, Producer/Director
• Grace Lindquist, Current Director
• Brennan Lafeber, Current Director
• George Dornbach, Videographer/Editor
• Elizabeth Flaherty, Videographer/Editor
• Marin Jaszewski, Videographer/Editor
• Jeffrey Johnson, Videographer/Editor
• Paul Marsnik, Advisor
• Ethan Wittrock, Production Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Like A Girl
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Eden Palmer, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Con Life
Century College
• Louis Pei, Producer/Director/Photographer/Editor
• Mike Eddy, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hidden in the Heartland
Wartburg College
• Ronald Johnson, Advisor
• Kristina Aleksander, Videographer
• Ellyn Felton, Writer
• Megan Hoing, Project Manager
• Hannah Hilgenkamp, Editor
• Brett Schwickerath, Graphic Design
• Abigail Mahoney, Web Designer
CATEGORY #C-08
COLLEGE - SPORTS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Family, faith shape past decade for Caruso
University of St. Thomas
• Carolyn Meyer, Reporter
• Greg Vandegrift, Advisor
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Off the Court Connection
MSU - Moorhead
• Tanner Robinson, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Ryan Poehling Draft
St. Cloud State University
• Katie Emmer, Reporter
• Brian Stanley, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Relentless – The Joe Hallock Story
MSU - Moorhead
• Tyler Ziegler, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
My Therapy, Clara Krenz
St. Cloud State University
• Joseph Scarrella, Producer
• Madison Golden, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-09
COLLEGE - SPORTS: PROGRAM/SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Husky Mag
St. Cloud State University
• Alexis Pearson, Producer
• Joseph Scarrella, Producer
• Madison Golden, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
SportsZONE
Loras College
• Allie Kaleta, Producer/Anchor
• Dimitri Villanueva, Anchor/Reporter
• Sami Graff, Associate Producer/Reporter
• Jeremy Vallin, Director/Associate Producer/Reporter
• SportsZONE Staff & Studio Crew, .
CATEGORY #C-10
COLLEGE - SPORTS: LIVE EVENT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
StreamTeam Men's Basketball - Saint John's vs. Hamline
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Michael Frye, Executive Producer
• Erin Queme, Director
• Reibel Ramirez, Assistant Director
• Gabrielle Harvey, Photographer
• Salvador Garcia, Photographer
• Alexander Huerta, Photographer
• Joshua Akkerman, Mentor
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
William Penn Football Live vs Grand View
William Penn University
• Dino Landucci IV, Producer/Director/Graphics
• Alyssa Kerry, Producer/Technical Director/Graphics
• Markesha Yarbrough, Media/Replay Operator
• Jimmy Ott, Technical Director/Photographer
• Cheyenne Jaquez, Photographer/Replay Operator
• Mason Shrader, Photographer/Replay Operator
• Wade Votroubek, Photographer
• Jared Buckallew, Photographer
• Jennifer Hugins, Photographer
• Doug Hoskins, Faculty Advisor
• Adam Chown, Faculty Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
SCSU Men's Hockey vs Colorado College
St. Cloud State University
• Sarah Paulus, Producer
• Greg Spaeth, Director
• Jeremy Lagos, Associate Producer
• Brian Stanley, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Maverick Hockey Weekend - MSU vs NMU
Bethany Lutheran College
• Sam Shubert, Producer
• Kenny Ramirez, Director
• Tyler Voigt, Graphic Designer
• Hayes Schneider, Graphics Operator/Animator
• Sarah Meilner, Associate Producer/Video Board Producer
• Eric Westphal, Main Replay Operator
CATEGORY #C-11
COLLEGE - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
An impact on the road will Impact the home
Hennepin Technical College
• Colton Letellier, Director
• Christi Chanthalangsy, Audio Technician
• Tyler Cashman, Writer
• Ian Nordbo, Actor
• Austin Sandquist, Production Assistant
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Stop Tempting Fate - Your Snap Can Wait!
Hennepin Technical College
• Charles O, Director
• Luke Leisner, Audio Technician
• Konner Sanghera, Director Of Photography
• Leah Fischer, Writer
• Corey Arntson, Production Assistant
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Face of the Crash
Century College
• Louis Pei, Producer/Director/Editor
• Shelly Dominik, Makeup/Hand Choreography
• Tyler Matthes, Hand Choreography/Lighting
• Vongsone Her, Hand Choreography/Lighting
• Tuazeng Vang, Lighting
• Mike Eddy, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Four Seconds
Century College
• Tyler Matthes, Director/Editor
• Shelly Dominik, Producer
• Dan Corcoran, Photographer
• Mike Eddy, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-13
COLLEGE - COMMERCIAL
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lantern Light Festival
Hennepin Technical College
• Charles Ombati, Editor
• Kristen Stoeckeler, Videographer
• David Parast, Videographer
• Damien Walberg, Videographer
• Ian Nordbo, Videographer
• Corey Arntson, Videographer
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Welcome Home - Mercy Birthplace
Drake University
• Sam Fathallah, Director/Photographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
BVTV: By Beavers, For Beavers Spots
Buena Vista University
• Morgan McGrew, Student
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
MTTIA: Come to Brainerd
Central Lakes College
• Orlin Peterson, Photographer
• Megan Schmidt, Producer
• Emily Skelton, Editor
• Christian Ganz, Director
• Mitch Anderson, Photographer
• Brandon Wetherbee, Editor
• Nick Groshong, Photographer
• David Mumbleau, Photographer
CATEGORY #C-14
COLLEGE - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Dyslexia: Vibrant Diversity
Drake University
• Anna Steenson, Animator
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Gross Goblin
Hennepin Technical College
• Ethan Pike-Nobile, Animator
• John McCaffrey, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
HTC City
Hennepin Technical College
• Charles Ombati, Animator
• Dylan Salber, Animator
• Christi Chanthalangsy, Animator
• Camden Folsom, Animator
• Kelly Jones, Animator
• Todd Randall, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Burnt
Hennepin Technical College
• Isiah Taylor, Animator
• John McCaffrey, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Missing
Hennepin Technical College
• Justin Ramey, Animator
• Tyler Cashman, Animator
• Chaeli Ansley, Animator
• Rebekah Herdklotz, Animator
• John McCaffrey, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-15
COLLEGE - DIRECTOR
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Backstage Pass with Kevin Andrews
University of St. Thomas
• Lauren Andrego, Director
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
A Spectrum of Faith - documentary
Drake University
• Anna Steenson, Director
CATEGORY #C-16
COLLEGE - EDITOR
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tease 11-17-17
St. Cloud State University
• Calvin Barker, Editor
• Brian Stanley, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
'Twas the Skate Before Christmas
Bethany Lutheran College
• Megan Westphal, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Mitchell Baubonis Composite
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Mitchell Baubonis, Editor
CATEGORY #C-17
COLLEGE - PHOTOGRAPHER
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Great Streets Kick-off Party
Loras College
• Brody Kuhar, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jared Eischen Photography Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Jared Eischen, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-18
COLLEGE - TALENT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Piper Shaw
St. Cloud State University
• Piper Shaw, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Katie Emmer
St. Cloud State University
• Katie Emmer, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-19
COLLEGE - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Will Steger Wilderness Center
ThreeSixty Journalism
• Deborah Honore, Videojournalist
• Bao Vang, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-20
COLLEGE - WRITING
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tanner Robinson Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Tanner Robinson, Writer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tyler Ziegler Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Tyler Ziegler, Writer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-01
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWSCAST
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EaglEye #164
Apple Valley High School
• Marie Pena, Director
• Hunter Bertram, Technical Director
• Ishwaq Warsame, Digital Playback
• Connie Knipe, Audio
• Sam Karch, Teleprompter
• Jacob Hartman, Floor Director
• Martin Muringai, Photographers
• Joe Borman, Social Media
• Antonio DeLugo, Anchor
• Kailey Dekraker, Anchor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EaglEye #157
Apple Valley High School
• Suresh Balram, Director
• Maurice Castile, Technical Director
• Steven Schroeder, Digital Playback
• Zoe Gabor, Audio
• Kayla Markwell, Teleprompter
• Leslie Morales, Photographer
• Lindsey Markwell, Floor Director
• Connie Knipe, Anchor
• Genesis Cabrera, Anchor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Raider Nation News - May, 2017
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Savanah Schindler, Anchor
• Will James III, Anchor
• Joe Peterson, Photographer
• Eli Bjerken, Director
• Elise Whitehead, Sound
• Jenna Braseth, Graphics
• Elsa Larson, Teleprompter
• Rileigh Leininger, Studio Manager
• RNN News Team, Reporters
• Laureen Svobodny, Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Raider Nation News - December, 2017
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Kendra Leendertsen, Anchor
• Marcus Dickelman-Stassen, Anchor
• Justin How, Photographer
• Jacob Anderson, Director
• Jacob Woody, Sound
• Trinity Moore, Graphics
• Mackenzie Ehlers, Teleprompter
• Courtney Anderson, Studio Manager
• Raider Nation News Team, Reporters
• Laureen Svobodny, Michael Bashford, Advisors
CATEGORY #H-02
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Fidget Toys
Apple Valley High School
• Connie Knipe, Talent/Writer
• Kayla Markwell, Photographer/Editor
• Kyler Condon, Photographer
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
AVID Send Off
Apple Valley High School
• Connie Knipe, Talent/Writer
• Zoe Gabor, Photographer/Editor
• Genesis Cabrerra, Photographer
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-03
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Unique Eats: Tommy's Malt Shop
Apple Valley High School
• Suresh Balram, Talent/Writer
• Kyler Condon, Photographer/Editor
• Lindsey Markwell, Photographer
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
One of Ours: Barbara Tan
Apple Valley High School
• Zoe Gabor, Talent/Writer
• Connie Knipe, Photographer/Editor
• Kayla Markwell, Photographer
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-04
HIGH SCHOOL - ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Heart of a Raider - Jacob Woody
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Erin Grabinger, Writer/Editor
• Savanah Schindler, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Bemidji High School Musical
Bemidji High School
• Clifford Jones, Director
• McKinley Kingbird, Director/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Band Scalise
Apple Valley High School
• Marie Pena, Talent/Writer
• Joe Borman, Photographer/Editor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-05
HIGH SCHOOL - MUSIC VIDEO
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Melody step
Bemidji High School
• McKinley Kingbird, Director/Editor/Talent
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
So Long, Dearie
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Savanah Schindler, Writer/Singer/Editor
• Erin Grabinger, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny/Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Maanendam
Bemidji High School
• Clifford Jones, Director/Editor/Talent
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Woodrick Lamar
Bemidji High School
• Luc Berard, Producer/Cinematographer/Editor
CATEGORY #H-06
HIGH SCHOOL - FICTION
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
She's Gonna Leave Me
Perpich Center for Arts Education
• Savanna Thunder, Writer/Filmmaker
• Will Comejo, Actor
• Chloe Janisch, Actor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Top 5 Movie Genres
Bethany Lutheran College
• Greg Vandermause, Advisor
• Mizha Overn, Producer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Obliterate
Eden Prairie High School
• Andrew Nosal, Director
• Zach Mitchell, Actor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Wolves
Bemidji High School
• Jarrett Hastig, Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Bryan Hammitt, Advisor
• Carson Carter, Actor
• Mitchell Shaw, Actor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Nucleus
Perpich Center for Arts Education
• Amal Flower Kay, Filmmaker
• Sammi Bryant, Poet
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A Day in the Life of a Dinosaur
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Marcus Dickelman-Stassen, Director
• Garret Frank, Editor
• Grant Pederson, Photographer
• Jaden Walthers, Actor
• Laureen Svobodny, Michael Bashford, Advisors
CATEGORY #H-07
HIGH SCHOOL - NON-FICTION
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Artist Spotlight: Destiny Bilges
Perpich Center for Arts Education
• Amal Flower Kay, Filmmaker
• Destiny Bilges, Featured Artist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
14O's with Abdirahman Hassan
St. Paul Neighborhood Network
• Kalalyna Murphy, Student
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Northern Sun
CTV North Suburbs
• Kat St. Martin-Norburg, Filmmaker
• Jordan Lee Thompson, Youth Media Advisor
• Sarah Olander, Youth Media Advisor
CATEGORY #H-08
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Unsharpened Axe
Bemidji High School
• Jarrett Hastig, Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Bryan Hammitt, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Spring Sports
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Erin Grabinger, Writer/Editor
• Ben Carson, Photographer
• Michael Vohnoutka, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Winter X Games Highlights
Lakeville South High School
• Alex Ingalls, Photographers/Editing
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bemidji Football 2017
Bemidji High School
• Jace Peterson, Director
CATEGORY #H-10
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS: LIVE EVENT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Mikey and Mitch Live GBB vs Ada 1-6-17
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Michael Vohnoutka, Play By Play Announcer
• Mitchell Hall, Color Analyst
• Elsa Larson, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City vs Forest City Wrestling
Webster City High School
• Kaitlynn Seeley, Director
• Antonio Calles, Student Director
• Curtis Heuton, Photographer
• Tyler Nelson, Photographer
• Jacob Wagner, Photographer
• Heather Powers, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Parker Weyer Live BB vs PC
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Parker Weyer, Play By Play Announcer
• Kendra Leendertsen, Photographer
• Claudia DeBlieck, Photographer
• Blake Polejewski, Photographer
• Justin How, Director
• Jacob Woody, Statistician
• Laureen Svobodny, Michael Bashford, Advisors
CATEGORY #H-11
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
It's A Culture, Not a Costume
Perpich Center for Arts Education
• Savanna Thunder, Filmmaker
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Stay Together, Stay Safe
Perpich Center for Arts Education
• Katie Vega, Filmmaker
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Blood Drive
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Blake Polejewski, Reporter/Editor
• Claudia DeBlieck, Photographer/Writer
• Laureen Svobodny, Michael Bashford, Advisors
CATEGORY #H-12
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Last Hope
Apple Valley High School
• Connie Knipe, Talent/Writer
• Jayha Casso, Photographer/Editor
• Faith Hudalla, Photographer/Editor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Valley of Giving
Apple Valley High School
• Marie Pena, Writer/Talent
• Connie Knipe, Photographer/Editor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-13
HIGH SCHOOL - COMMERCIAL
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Good Times Park
Lakeville South High School
• Nate O'Meara, Producer
CATEGORY #H-14
HIGH SCHOOL - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Reminisce
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Savanah Schindler, Editor
• Laureen Svobodny, Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Disparates
Bemidji High School
• Clifford Jones, Director
• McKinley Kingbird, Director/Editor/Talent
CATEGORY #H-15
HIGH SCHOOL - DIRECTOR
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Micah Nelson Director
Apple Valley High School
• Micah Nelson, Director
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-16
HIGH SCHOOL - EDITOR
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Ingalls Composite
Lakeville South High School
• Alex Ingalls, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Bemidji High School Trap
Bemidji High School
• Toby Glen, Producer
CATEGORY #H-17
HIGH SCHOOL - PHOTOGRAPHER
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Alex Ingalls Composite
Lakeville South High School
• Alex Ingalls, Photographer
CATEGORY #H-20
HIGH SCHOOL - WRITING
2018 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Marie Pena Composite Writing
Apple Valley High School
• Marie Pena, Writer
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-01
COLLEGE - NEWSCAST
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
UTVS News
St. Cloud State University
• Sarah Rudlang, News Director
• Lyanne Valdez, News Director
• Piper Shaw, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Campus News from 4-30-16
MSU - Moorhead
• Tyrel Filley, Producer
• Jerrod Schumacher, Associate Producer
• Betsy Harmsen, Associate Producer
• Veronica Utecht, Associate Producer
• Haley Warnecke, Associate Producer
• Trent Zbichorski, Associate Producer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
LCTV News 11-30-16
Loras College
• Allison Wong, Producer
• Payton Van Vors, Producer
• Kelly Kuboushek, Associate Producer
• Rachel Choice, Associate Producer
• Charlie Grant, Technical Director
• Sarah Mueller, Director
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
LCTV Decision 2016
Loras College
• Charlie Grant, Producer
• Allison Wong, Anchor
• Allie Kaleta, Anchor
• Rachel Choice, Director
• Frank Fernandez, Technical Director
• Kelly Kuboushek, Live Reporter
• Sami Graff, Live Reporter
• Clare Huguelet, Live Reporter
• Levi Bernhard, Live Reporter
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-02
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Living on the Frontlines
St. Cloud State University
• Bailey Vertin, Writer/Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Concordia Budget Cuts
MSU - Moorhead
• Tyrel Filley, Producer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Fundraiser Helps Child in Need
MSU - Moorhead
• Tyrel Filley, Producer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
MSUM Student Fights to Stay in School
MSU - Moorhead
• Haley Warnecke, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Terror Trials
St. Cloud State University
• Ubah Ali, Writer/Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Rally Against Islamophobia
St. Cloud State University
• Sarah Rudlang, Writer/Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-03
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Twin Cities Honor Flight
St. Cloud State University
• Sarah Rudlang, Writer/Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bev Wesly and the Campus Collies
MSU - Moorhead
• Haley Warnecke, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
You Too, Are Beautiful
St. Cloud State University
• Rebecca David, Writer/Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ziggy's Pizza and Lights
Wartburg College
• Calyn Thompson, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Battleship H2O at MSUM
MSU - Moorhead
• Sara Erickson, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A day in the life: Student Grounds Worker
University of St. Thomas
• Andrew Brinkmann, Reporter/Photographer
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A Flight of Honor
St. Cloud State University
• Piper Shaw, Writer/Editor/Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-04
COLLEGE - ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Muslim Friendly Meals at MSUM
MSU - Moorhead
• Taimoor Satti, Reporter
• Marina Vereskun, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
5 Second Rule
St. Cloud State University
• Josie Spry, Executive Producer/Host
• Ashley Terry, Host
• Eric Jacobs-Andresen, Associate Producer/Camera Operator
• AJ Larson, Editor/Camera Operator
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
27th Annual Woodlands and High Plains PowWow
MSU - Moorhead
• Hailey Gerlach, Reporter
• Annie Persson, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-05
COLLEGE - MUSIC VIDEO
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
American Queen
St. Cloud State University
• Piper Shaw, Writer/Editor/Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Faded
Hennepin Technical College
• Kong Thao, Director
• John McCaffrey, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Election of 2016
University of Northern Iowa
• Laney Kraus-Taddeo, Camera Operator/Editor/Writer/Director
• Devin Harschnek, Camera Operator
• Eric Braley, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
LGA -Seed
Hennepin Technical College
• Cassandra Shields, Producer
• Michael Scheuermann, Director/Editor
• Cody Pratt, Producer
• Kong Thao, Color Correction
• Mark Walentiny, Camera Operator
• Ryan Hall, Camera Operator
• Travis Hanson, Production Assistant
• Shawn Marpe, Lighting Technician
• Alex Musial, Production Assistant
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-06
COLLEGE - FICTION
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Drifter
Century College
• Dan Corcoran, Director
• Caleb Milbrath, Editor
• Vongsone Her, Photographer
• Tuazeng Vang, Audio Tech
• Mike Eddy, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Seeing Violet
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Joe McNairy, Co-Director
• Sebastian Swanson, Co-Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Wilder Short Film
Dordt University
• Lucas Simonson, Writer/Director
• Hannah Norton, Producer
• Ellen Inggrid Dengah, Cinematographer
• Ricky Nelson, Cinematographer
• Connor Neal, Editor
• Stephanie Korthuis, Actress
• Kyle Fossé, Actor
• Jeff Ploegstra, Actor
• Mark Volkers, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A Purposeful Jar
Augsburg University
• Joel Myers, Director
• Grace Berg, Casting Director
• Lauren Tabor, Screenwriter
• Luke Mickelson, Audio Recordist/Boom Operator
• Mark Lukitsch, Editor
• Jenny Hanson, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Deep Six
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Joel Dehnel, Director/Producer/Writer/Cinematographer/Editor
• Caroline Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Mark Neuman-Scott, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-07
COLLEGE - NON-FICTION
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Where Patriots Gather
Wartburg College
• Kaitlyn Behnken, Project Manager
• Taylor Jensen, Writer/Producer
• Molly Schmitt, Digital Producer
• Karina Devine, Videographer
• J.J. McClendon, Videographer
• Meghan Parman, Graphic Designer
• Derica Jakoubek, Graphic Designer
• Cliff Brockman, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tu is Better than One
Wartburg College
• Ali Schuetz, Project Manager
• Jeanne Edson, Writer/Producer
• Dan Haack, Digital Producer
• Jenny Kuennen, Videographer
• Tirrena Collins, Videographer
• Jessica Grant, Videographer
• Mauricio Gutierrez, Graphic Designer
• Cliff Brockman, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Earning the Halo
Loras College
• Makaila Haase, Producer
• Juanita Bustamante, Producer
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Don't Let Go of the Rope
Augsburg University
• Elle Abeler, Producer
• Lukas Olson, Camera
• Winston Heckt, Camera
• Iain Hood, Camera/Editor
• Joel Myers, Camera/Editor
• Abby Tilford, Producer
• Jenny Hanson, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Carpenter
Hennepin Technical College
• Zach Gustafson, Director/Editor/Camera Operator
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Leopold's Mississippi Gardens Event Center
Hennepin Technical College
• Kelly Schommer, Director/Editor
• Ana Mendez, Lighting Technician
• Brandi Arrache, Audio Technician
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Ubumwe: Together We Grow
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Anna Cron, Producer/Director
• Megan Towle, Producer/Director
• Bao Khang, Videographer/Editor
• George Dornbach, Videographer/Editor/Music
• Jeff Johnson, Videographer/Editor
• Diana Elhard, Production Assistant
• Chayce Kenny, Script Researcher/Production Assistant
• Emily Nagel, Production Assistant
• Grace Lindquist, Production Assistant
• Brennan Lafeber, Production Assistant
• Malia Carson, Production Assistant
• Paul Marsnik, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Behind the Bump: A Birth Mother's Story
Loras College
• Melissa Link, Producer
• Maddie Galloway, Producer
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-08
COLLEGE - SPORTS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Foam Weapon Fight Club
MSU - Moorhead
• Sara Erickson, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Pride and passion fuel Tommies' undefeated record
University of St. Thomas
• Lauren Andrego, Reporter/Photographer
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
True Grit
St. Cloud State University
• Megan Hedstrom, Writer/Editor/Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Life of a Kicker
MSU - Moorhead
• Haley Foster, Reporter
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-09
COLLEGE - SPORTS: PROGRAM/SERIES
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
SportsZONE 10-5-16
Loras College
• Allison Kaleta, Producer
• Sami Graff, Associate Producer
• Aidain Wojciehowski, Associate Producer
• Rachel Choice, Director
• Sarah Mueller, Technical Director
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Husky Mag
St. Cloud State University
• Joe Scarrella, Producer
• Alexis Pearson, Producer
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Inside the WCHA
Bethany Lutheran College
• David Schuyler, Producer/Director
• Ryan Kastenschmidt, Host
• Andrew Jelken, Co-Host
• Tyler Voigt, Graphics Producer
• Greg Vandermause, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-10
COLLEGE - SPORTS: LIVE EVENT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Men's Hockey SCSU vs UND - November 18/2016
St. Cloud State University
• Austin Tema, Producer
• Josie Spry, Associate Producer
• Neil Lommel, Director
• Brian Stanley, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota State vs Lake Superior State on Maverick Hockey Weekend
Bethany Lutheran College
• David Schuyler, Producer
• Tyler Voigt, EIC/Video Technician/Master Control
• Greg Vandermause, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Women's Basketball vs Ohio State
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Cole Mayer, Director
• Joel Dehnel, Technical Director
• Ryan O'Neill, Camera Operator
• Alyssa Conell, Graphics
• JJ Denk, Replay Operator
• Garrett Wright, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
StreamTeam Coverage of Tommie-Johnnie Football 2016
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Cayman Salitros, Executive Producer
• Erin Queme, Director
• Richard Swanson, Production Assistant
• Lucy Cervino, Production Assistant
• Michael Frye, Production Assistant
• Alejandra Gallardo, Production Assistant
• Salvador Garcia, Camera Operator
• Reibel Ramirez, Camera Operator
• Allie Rudnickas, Camera Operator
• Ethan Wittrock, Advisor
• Gabbie Harvey, Production Assistant
• Kevin Conway, Graphics
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
William Penn Football vs Graceland
William Penn University
• Miranda Keeler, Producer/Director/Technical Director/Media Operator
• Alyssa Kerry, Technical Director/Media Operator/Producer
• Dino Landucci IV, Replay Operator/Camera Operator
• Alyssa Phillips, Technical Director/Camera Operator
• Becky Kopp, Camera Operator
• Markesha Yarbrough, Camera Operator
• Aaron Petrash, Replay Operator/Camera Operator
• Wade Votroubek, Camera Operator
• Sabrina Bryant, Camera Operator
• Arthur Luz, Camera Operator
• Cheyenne Jaquez, Camera Operator
• Mason Shrader, Camera Operator
CATEGORY #C-11
COLLEGE - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The New Field of Dreams
Central Lakes College
• Sarah Nelson, Producer/Director
• Mercile Martinsen, Camera Operator
• Zachary Hatcher, Camera Operator/Editor
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Freedom of Speech: We the People
Drake University
• Ethan Fickau, Producer
• AJ Thiede, Producer
• Todd Evans, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Freedom of Speech: What's Left?
Drake University
• Lauren Baker, Producer
• Brooke Haesemeyer, Producer
• Todd Evans, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Crash Dummy
Century College
• Emily Pilacinski, Producer/Director
• Patrick Frost, Photographer/Editor
• Spencer Klover, Producer/Photographer
• Bret Christiansen, Photographer
• Mike Eddy, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Freedom of Speech: Use Words Wisely
Drake University
• Hannah Bigot, Producer
• Todd Evans, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-12
COLLEGE - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The F Word: Faces of Feminism
University of Northern Iowa
• Laney Kraus-Taddeo, Camera Operator/Editor
• Christopher Martin, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hidden Potential
Hennepin Technical College
• Casandra Shields, Producer
• Cody Pratt, Editor
• Michael Scheuermann, Talent
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
MIA
Augsburg University
• Michaela Stein, Writer/Director/Editor/Camera
• Yuri Garcia-Pena, Producer
• Marin Genevois, Assistant Director/Assistant Camera
• Ricardo Cortes, Assistant Director/Assistant Camera
• Jenny Hanson, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
#UNITEIOWA
Drake University
• Anna Steenson, Producer/Director/Editor
• Todd Evans, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-13
COLLEGE - COMMERCIAL
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Easy Choice
Central Lakes College
• Riley Nelsen, Producer/Director
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Inspire Cafe
Loras College
• Kelly Kuboushek, Producer
• Jack Sarcone, Producer
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
TommieMedia - Groveland Barbershop Ad
University of St. Thomas
• Zach Neubauer, Photographer
• Andrew Brinkmann, Photographer
• Zach Lang, Ad Producer
• Peter Gregg, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
ARCS Promo
Century College
• Emily Pilacinski, Producer/Director
• Eric Sazo, Editor
• Bret Christiansen, Photographer
• Patrick Frost, Photographer
• Spencer Klover, Producer/Photographer
• Isaac Overland, Production Assistant
• Mike Eddy, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-14
COLLEGE - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Interface
Augsburg University
• Jake Moore, Producer
• Jenny Hanson, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Louis Pei Composite
Century College
• Louis Pei, VFX Artist
• Mike Edd, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-15
COLLEGE - DIRECTOR
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
I am Erica
University of Wisconsin - Superior
• Ethan Freel, Student/Creator
• Brent Notbhom, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Kaimana
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Samuel Canniff, Director
• Mark Neuman-Scott, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Be Remembered
William Penn University
• Dino Landucci IV, Director
• Doug Hoskins, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-16
COLLEGE - EDITOR
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
A Spectrum of Faith
Drake University
• Anna Steenson, Editor
• Todd Evans, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Use Words Wisely
Drake University
• Hannah Bigot, Editor
• Todd Evans, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Laney Kraus-Taddeo Composite
University of Northern Iowa
• Laney Kraus-Taddeo, Editor
• Eric Braley, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony Larson Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Anthony Larson, Editor
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tyler Matthes Composite
Century College
• Tyler Matthes, Editor
• Mike Eddy, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Be Remembered
William Penn University
• Miranda Keeler, Editor
CATEGORY #C-17
COLLEGE - PHOTOGRAPHER
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Public Safety Ride Along
MSU - Moorhead
• Jerrod Schumacher, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Dubuque Artist
Loras College
• Charlie Grant, Photographer
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lifeguarding 101 at MSUM
MSU - Moorhead
• Samantha Stark, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Battleship H2O at MSUM
MSU - Moorhead
• Sara Erickson, Photographer
• Leah Backstrom, Photographer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-18
COLLEGE - TALENT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Joe Scarrella Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Joe Scarrella, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Allie Krings Composite
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Allie Krings, Talent
• Garrett Wright, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Haley Foster Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Haley Foster, Talent
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Megan Hedstrom Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Megan Hedstrom, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sarah Rudlang Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Sarah Rudlang, Talent
• Derrick Silvestri, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-20
COLLEGE - WRITING
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tyrel Filley Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Tyrel Filley, Writer
• Aaron Quanbeck, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Be Remembered
William Penn University
• Dino Landucci IV, Writer
• Doug Hoskins, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-01
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWSCAST
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
BooneTV News Show - 11/18/2016
Boone High School
• Tanner Frost, Anchor/Editor/Writer
• Madi Desher, Anchor/Entertainment Reporter
• Zach Chopard, News Reporter
• Anna Olson, News Reporter/Entertainment Reporter
• Sydney Woodruff, News Reporter/Entertainment Reporter
• Jimmy Boustead, Feature Reporter
• Corbin Wafful, Sports Reporter
• Justin Elsner, Sports Reporter/Graphics
• Ben Bravard, Advisor
• Phil Kramer, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Flash
Eastview High School
• Joe Sheehan, Anchor
• Zach Machacek, Anchor
• Irina Berman, Reporter
• Terry Johnson, Reporter
• Emma Sinn, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Raider Nation News - April/2016
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Carli Raaen, Anchor
• Hunter Christianson, Anchor
• Cole Syvertson, Reporter
• McKenzie Ohm, Reporter
• Taylor Carlson, Reporter
• Emma Osborne, Reporter
• Lane Ulmer, Director
• Hunter Frank, Sound
• Allie Herfindahl, Graphics
• Clay Anderson, Camera
• Tabatha Anglin, Studio Manager
• Laureen Svobodny/Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Raider Nation News - November/2016
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Savanah Schindler, Anchor
• William James III, Anchor
• Mitchell Hall, Reporter
• Cassidy Holmstrom, Reporter
• Elsa Larson, Reporter
• Sheena Meachem, Reporter
• Molly Dickelman, Reporter
• Erin Grabinger, Director
• Elise Whitehead, Sound
• Jenna Braseth, Graphics
• Rileigh Leininger, Studio Manager
• Laureen Svobodny/Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
WCTV Season 18 Show 4
Webster City High School
• Katie Greenfield, Student Director
• Erin Bahrenfuss, Technical Director
• WCTV Staff, Student Reporters And Techies
• Jacqueline Faust, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Technical Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EaglEye #151 Nov 17/2016
Apple Valley High School
• EaglEye Crew, Entire Crew Responsible For Production
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-02
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Intersection Investigation
Boone High School
• Zach Chopard, Writer/Director/Editor
• Ben Bravard, Advisor
• Phil Kramer, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Nerf War Tragedy
Eastview High School
• Jack Kohaut, Reporter
• Alex Lindstrom, Editor
• Danny Kapala, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
One of Ours: Jack Forrey
Apple Valley High School
• Maddi Bahm, Talent/Writer
• Micah Nelson, Photographer/Editor
• Shannon Kelly, Editor/Writer
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
One for Ours: Hamza Kone
Apple Valley High School
• Micah Nelson, Talent/Writing/Photographer
• Gensis Cabrerra Mendoza, Photography/Editor
• Jamil Robinson, Photography
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
R Word
Webster City High School
• Katie Greenfield, Student Reporter
• WCTV Staff, Student Reporters And Techies
• Jacqueline Faust, Advisor
• Mark J. Murphy, Technical Advisor
CATEGORY #H-03
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Year Round Skiing
Eastview High School
• Bailey Strasser, Reporter
• Nick Fornicoia, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Around Raider Nation in 90 Seconds
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Emma Osborne, Photographer
• Allie Herfindahl, Editor
• Laureen Svobodny/Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Class Trip Story
Eden Prairie High School
• Cole Pixley, Reporter/Editor
• Rolf Olson, Advisor
• Perry Kennedy, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Unique Eats: Valley Girl
Apple Valley High School
• Aaron Toavs, Talent
• Micah Nelson, Camera
• Matt Kotlan, Editor/Writer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
iPads become tools
Eastview High School
• Jack Kohaut, Reporter
• Bailey Strasser, Photographer
CATEGORY #H-04
HIGH SCHOOL - ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hip Hop Dance
St. Paul Neighborhood Network
• James Green, Producer
• Keng Her, Producer
• Abdirahman Mohamed, Producer
• Nico Munoz, Producer
• Aileen Rojas-Duarte, Producer
• Adan Salcido, Producer
• Christian Samson, Producer
• Doua Xiong, Producer
• Cheng Yang, Producer
• Chong Yang, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
First African American Laker
Eastview High School
• Ali Shahrokhi, Reporter
• Blake Hoeschen, Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hawk McIntyre Feature
Boone High School
• Corbin Wafful, Reporter/Editor/Writer
• Ben Bravard, Advisor
• Phil Kramer, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Dominican Republic Mission Trip
Burnsville High School
• Scott Tinkham, Producer
• Tyler Krebs, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-05
HIGH SCHOOL - MUSIC VIDEO
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Teacher vs. Student Rap Battle
Apple Valley High School
• Geo Velez, Editor
• Romero Reynoso, Photographer/Editor
• Kyler Condon, Photographer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Happy
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Rachel Wade, Director
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Don't Let Me Go
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Sierra Crawley, Director
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Mansion
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Noah LaVie, Director
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Good To Be A Senior!
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Jake Sherbrooke, Editor
• Paul Jenson, Editor
• Hunter Christianson, Editor
• Laureen Svobodny/Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
CATEGORY #H-06
HIGH SCHOOL - FICTION
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Two Friends
CTV North Suburbs
• Jim Belden, Writer/Director/Editor
• Misha Ardichvili, Talent
• Isaiah Commodore, Talent
• Jordan Thompson, Advisor
• Sarah Olander, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The D List
Eden Prairie High School
• Chloe Ramos, Director
• Camille Ramos, Writer
• Perry Kennedy, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Door Scene
Minnetonka High School
• Jack Stanek, Director/Photographer/Editor
• Joseph Lamere, Photographer
• Elye Ruhland, Editor
• Paul Olson, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Lost
Bemidji High School
• Jarrett Hastig, Editor/Producer/Writer/Director
• Casey Johnson, Actress
• Bryan Hammit, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
It's a Pet's Life
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Jake Sherbrooke, Writer/Photographer/Editor
• Laureen Svobodny/Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Mystery of the Lost Cookies
Lake Park Audubon High School
• William James III, Editor
• Elise Whitehead, Writer
• Michael Donovan, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny/Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Imagination
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Izzy Schrock, Director
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-07
HIGH SCHOOL - NON-FICTION
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Stereotypes
Apple Valley High School
• Jordan Knobel-Piehl, Talent
• Micah Nelson, Editor
• Maddi Bahm, Photographer/Writer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Anxiety
St. Paul Neighborhood Network
• Kiara Martinez, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Luc Show
Bemidji High School
• Luc Berard, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Hat Man
Eastview High School
• Irina Berman, Reporter
• Caitlin Anderson, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
YIP 2016 - Voices for Racial Justice Documentary
St. Paul Neighborhood Network
• Velora Wilson, Producer
• Nadiyah Miller-Celestine, Producer
• Emilee Vang, Producer
• Kay Htoo, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
School Supports Teacher with Cancer
Eastview High School
• Anya Yermishkin, Reporter
• Niki Ung, Editor
• Brad Trachet, Videographer
• Cole Berhnardson, Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Jerrad
Burnsville High School
• Scott Tinkham, Producer
• Jerrad Solberg, Actor
• Tyler Krebs, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-08
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Justin Elsner Composite
Boone High School
• Justin Elsner, Writer/Director/Editor/Reporter
• Ben Bravard, Advisor
• Phil Kramer, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Female Football Player
Eastview High School
• Alex Lindstrom, Reporter
• Abby Lien, Videographer
• Chris Abbey, Editor
• Brendan Formaneck, Archive Footage
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Alternative Hockey League
Eastview High School
• Phil Melroe, Reporter
• Jack Mason, Photographer
• Shayne Murray, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Bemidji Boys Basketball 2016-2017
Bemidji High School
• Cody Roder, Editor
• Jace Peterson, Editor
• Nick Harrom, Filmer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Margie Is Freed
Eastview High School
• Annika Martel, Editor/Reporter
• Nick Fornicoia, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-10
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS: LIVE EVENT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
District 196 Figure Skating Exhibition
Apple Valley High School
• Micah Nelson, Producer
• Eagle Media Crew, Cameras/graphics/grips
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Webster City vs Humboldt Wrestling
Webster City High School
• Erin Bahrenfuss, Student Director
• Tyler Geopfert, Student Director
• Luke Bergeson, Camera Operator
• John Brandt, Camera Operator
• Jacob Nilles, Camera Operator
• Jacqueline Faust, Advisor
• Mark J. Murphy, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-11
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Don't Text and Drive
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Finnegan Pilcher, Director
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Don't Add to the Statistics
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Helena Gruensteidl, Director
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Emily Program Foundation
Minnetonka High School
• Katelyn Anderson, Editor
• Macie Varner, Director
• Nathaniel Christensen, Editor
• Kyle Swanson, Photographer
• Paul Olson, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
YAC Voting PSA
St. Paul Neighborhood Network
• Imani Moore, Producer
• Halimo Ali Hashi, Producer
• Theng Pao Thao, Producer
• David Vo, Producer
• Caleem Williams, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
No-Shave November
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Eli Bjerken, Editor
• Will James III, Writer
• Anthony Lage, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny/Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
CATEGORY #H-12
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Pine Ridge
Eastview High School
• Niki Ung, Reporter
• Cole Bernhardson, Editor
• Blake Plan, Editor
• Meghan Larson, Editor
• Carrie Wagner, Videographer
• Emma Gaubert, Editor
• Dom Petersson, Videographer
• Sadie Obe, Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Identity Project
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Tatum Polman, Writer
• Alisha Ware, Editor
• Laureen Svobodny/Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The 4Cast Autism Awareness
Eastview High School
• Daniel Curtis, Producer
• Keegan Murphy, Producer
• Al Charles, Producer
• Anya Yermishkin, Anchor
• Danny Kapala, Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Explore the Park
Eastview High School
• Annika Martel, Reporter
• Joe Sheehan, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Voter Turnout
Eastview High School
• Alex Baker, Reporter
• Dan Lekah, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Feed My Starving Children
Apple Valley High School
• Suresh Balram, Talent/Writer
• Kayla Markwell, Editor/Camera
• Micah Nelson, Camera/Editor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-13
HIGH SCHOOL - COMMERCIAL
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Anything Goes
Bemidji High School
• Jarrett Hastig, Editor/Producer
• Bryan Hammitt, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Miller's Market Commercial
Hayward High School
• Gabe Luedke, Director
• Adam Lamoureux, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Canes Pro Shop Commercial
Hayward High School
• Gabe Luedke, Director/Photographer/Editor
• Adam Lamoureux, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Discover Your Passion
Central Campus - Des Moines Public Schools
• Brock Stillmunks, Director
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Basketball Promo
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Eli Bjerken, Editor
• Mitchell Hall, Photographer
• Elsa Larson, Director
• Laureen Svobodny/Kathryn Anderson, Advisors
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
48 Hour Film Festival
Eden Prairie High School
• Chloe Ramos, Director/Editor/Writer
• Perry Kennedy, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-14
HIGH SCHOOL - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
I'm Happy
CTV North Suburbs
• Jim Belden, Animator
• Elli Bernhagen, Animator
• Eric Bernhagen, Animator
• Amelie Elmquist, Animator
• Arthur Larson-Burda, Animator
• Alaina Sandau, Animator
• Martin Wilkens, Animator
• Jordan Lee Thompson, Advisor
• Sarah Olander, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-16
HIGH SCHOOL - EDITOR
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Phil Melroe Composite
Eastview High School
• Phil Melroe, Editor
• Nick Fornicoia, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Jack Kohaut Composite
Eastview High School
• Jack Kohaut, Editor
• Nick Fornicoia, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-18
HIGH SCHOOL - TALENT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Matt Kolan Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Matt Kotlan, Talent
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Suresh Balram Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Suresh Balram, Talent
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-19
HIGH SCHOOL - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Trainer Connects with Athletes
Eastview High School
• Kevin Gunawan, Videographer
• Ben Sammon, Editor
CATEGORY #H-20
HIGH SCHOOL - WRITING
2017 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Matt Kotlan Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Matt Kotlan, Writer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Andrew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-01
COLLEGE - NEWSCAST
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
LCTV News 12-2-15
Loras College
• Allison Wong, Producer/Anchor
• Payton Van Vors, Associate Producer
• Melissa Link, Associate Producer
• Dimitri Villanueva, Anchor
• Aidan Wojciehowski, Sports Anchor
• Rachel Choice, Live Reporter
• Kelly Kuboushek, Live Shot Producer
• Travis Exline, Director
• Frank Fernandez, Technical Director
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Campus News
MSU - Moorhead
• Jordan Schroeer, Producer
• Ariana Babcock, Associate Producer
• Nick Broadway, Associate Producer
• Haley Foster, Associate Producer
• Onize Ohikere, Associate Producer
• Thor Thompson, Associate Producer
• Shaylee Meyer, Associate Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
UTVS News
St. Cloud State University
• Danielle Maroney, News Director
• Emilio Ramos DeJesus, News Director
• Sarah Rudlang, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Newscast: Nov. 11, 2015
Wartburg College
• Cedar Valley Today Staff, Staff
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
CLC TV Feb, 2015 Episode 1
Central Lakes College
• Mitchell McCallson, Producer
• Brandon Brown, Director
• Brent Balmer, Editor
• David Rossow, Reporter
• Kevin Miller, Graphic Designer
• Chase Nelson, Sports Director
• Cody Roehl, Roving Reporter
• Mitchell Dallman, Anchor
• Carson Berczyk, Musical Score
• Kyle Yezek, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
CLC TV 2015 Ep 9 December
Central Lakes College
• Josh Hammer, Director
• River Stumpf, Producer/Editor
CATEGORY #C-02
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Concordia Hosts Relay for Life
MSU - Moorhead
• Tyrel Filley, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Body Found
St. Cloud State University
• Sarah Rudlang, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A Final Farewell to Deputy Steven Sandberg
St. Cloud State University
• Danielle Maroney, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Remembering Our Fallen
St. Cloud State University
• Lyanne Valdez, Reporter
CATEGORY #C-03
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Light News Intn Students 2015
Century College
• Emily Pilacinski, Producer/Editor
• Spencer Klover, Director/Editor
• Isaac Overland, Camera Operator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Kazoo Choir at Concordia
MSU - Moorhead
• Nick Broadway, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Panaderia Los Brothers
St. Cloud State University
• Lyanne Valdez, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
SportsCenter highlights Tommie-Johnnie pregame
University of St. Thomas
• Zachary Neubauer, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Middle School Garden
St. Cloud State University
• Danielle Maroney, Reporter
CATEGORY #C-05
COLLEGE - MUSIC VIDEO
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Seawinds
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Zachary Anderson, Director, Producer, Camera
• Eric Johnson, Camera
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Bethany Lynn Cox - Being Someone Else
Hennepin Technical College
• Dennis Trevino, Director
• Julicia Ellis, Camera Operator
• Shawn Marpe, Camera Operator
• Sam Schatz, Camera Operator/Talent
• Jonathan Berger, Lighting/ Talent
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Lyritics - Roll All Night Ft. Kiradin
The Arts Institute International - Minnesota
• Squall Charlson, Director
CATEGORY #C-06
COLLEGE - FICTION
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Writer
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Zac Anderson, Writer, Director, Camera
• Eric Johnson, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Broken Silence
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
• Elliot Kerr, Director
• Justin Lund, Writer
• Joe Blum, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Defector
Dordt University
• Kyle Fossé, Writer/Director
• Jessica Lillo, Producer
• Jason Miller, Editor
• Andrew Cameron, Cinematographer
• Sam Malan, Cinematographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Swamp Buck
Hennepin Technical College
• Shawn Crossen, Camera Operator
• Sam Schatz, Camera Operator
• Mike Patterson, Grip
• Ryan Hall, Camera Operator/Audio Technician
• Shawn Marpe, Lighting Technician
• Tong Lee, Lighting Technician
• Kayleigh McKee, Audio Technician
• Cassandra Shields, Camera Operator
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Hunters of the Shards
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Sam Edwards, Producer/Writer/Director/Editor/Cinematographer/Camera Operator/Actor
• Holly Henn, Associate Producer/Assistant Director/Prop/Wardrobe/Makeup Manager/Camera Operator/Actress
• Sean Adams, Associate Producer/Actor/Camera/Boom Operator
• Thomas Richey, Actor/Boom Operator
• Lindsay Lundeen, Actress
• Mark Neumann-Scott, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Walk the Past
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Sophie Meath, Director Of Photography
• Laticia Mattson, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Pass or Fail: The Series
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
• Justin Lund, Director
• Sydney Howell, Producer
• Josie Hayes, Producer
• Sam Azasu, Director
• Dan Mariette, Director
• Spencer Swanson, Director
• Mark Rolseth, Director Of Photography
• Tyler Saccoman, Talent
• Brent Bundgaard, Talent
• Eli Nord, Writer
• Connor Nelson, Sound Design
• Erik Johnson, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Pinkerton
Loras College
• Matt Resnick, Writer/Director/Producer
• Samantha Cihak, Producer
• Thomas Graziano, Actor
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-07
COLLEGE - NON-FICTION
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Obbasa Ain Gállit: We Continue
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Ana Nugent, Executive Producer
• Bao Khang, Videographer/Editor
• Diana Elhard, Production Assistant
• Megan Towle, Production Assistant
• Anna Cron, Production Assistant
• Jacob Shawback, On-Location Script Writer
• Steven Pignato, On-Location Script Writer
• Joseph Lenczewski, Script Writer/Researcher
• Megan Boettcher, Executive Producer
• Morgan Potter, Production Assistant
• Erin Wilson, Production Assistant
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Dam Decision
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
• Sydney Howell, Director
• Dan Mariette, Cinematographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jordan Jones: UWRF Falconer
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
• Mark Rolseth, Producer/Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Superhumans
Augsburg College
• Nia Ross, Director
• Line Løtveit, Editor
• Ray Flint, Technical Director
• Frankie McNamara, Creative Director
• Jenny Hanson, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Music of Bethnay Lynn Cox
Hennepin Technical College
• Derald Butler, Director
• Cassandra Shields, Writer
• Cameron Nettle, Lighting Technician
• Ryan Hall, Camera Operator/Audio
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Existence
Central Lakes College
• Kevin Miller, Producer/Director
CATEGORY #C-08
COLLEGE - SPORTS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A Successful Man Defined - Coach Keller
Wartburg College
• Luke Benna, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A New Chapter From an Older Generation
Central Lakes College
• Brandon Brown, Writer/Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Minot State University Athletics Promo
Minot State University
• Keith Ailes, Editor/Director Of Photography
• Marcel Brinson, Editor/Photographer
• Gemma Biasetto, Producer
• Leif Bakken, Graphics
• Ariel Koh, Directory Of Photography
• Kris Morken, Graphics
• Quinn Williams, Photographer/Lighting
• Alex Coleman, Photographer
• Emily Medalen, Photographer
• Alexus Arthur, Photographer
• Jay Lurvey, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
MSUM President Prepares for Boston Marathon
MSU - Moorhead
• Ariana Babcock, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
More Than A Game: The TJ Frericks Story
St. Cloud State University
• Jeremy Klein, Producer
• Taylor Budge, Videographer
CATEGORY #C-09
COLLEGE - SPORTS: PROGRAM/SERIES
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Behind the Helmet
MSU - Moorhead
• Tomi Thompson, Producer
• Martin Grindeland, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Husky Faceoff
St. Cloud State University
• Jeremy Klein, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
SportsZONE 9-30-15
Loras College
• Joel Schmidt, Producer/Anchor
• Allison Kaleta, Associate Producer/Anchor
• Aidan Wojciehowski, Associate Producer/Live Reporter
• Payton Van Vors, Booth Producer
• Lexy Phillips, Live Reporter
• Rachel Choice, Live Shot Producer
• Caroline Foglton, Live Shot Producer
• Laura Bohorquez Duque, Director
• Madison Galloway, Technical Director
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Husky Mag
St. Cloud State University
• Jeremy Klein, Producer
• Taylor Budge, Producer
CATEGORY #C-10
COLLEGE - SPORTS: LIVE EVENT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
William Penn vs Mid America Nazarene Football
William Penn University
• Titus Letzring, Director/TD, Media/Replay Operator
• Shane Moore, Director/TD, Media/Replay Operator
• Ethan Goetz, Camera Operator, Replay Operator
• Sergio Carro, Camera Operator
• Bryce Castagna, Camera Operator
• Rebecca Kopp, Camera Operator
• Cheyenne Jaquez, Camera Operator
• Braedon Nicklaus, Camera Operator
• Vhon Steele, Camera Operator
• Doug Hoskins, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
SCSU vs Nebraska-Omaha
St. Cloud State University
• Katelynn Halter, Producer
• Erin Godin, Associate Producer
• Elizabeth Burda, Director
• Joshua Davis, Technical Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Wartburg Volleyball VS Loras
Wartburg College
• Knight Vision Staff, Staff
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota State vs. Ferris State
Bethany Lutheran College
• David Schuyler, Producer
• Brian Christensen, Director
• Paul Riediger, Technical Director
CATEGORY #C-11
COLLEGE - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Crash Rewind 2015
Century College
• Steve Reinke, Director
• Shane Brown, Camera Operator
• Matthew Flatten, Editor
• Andrew Hartsock, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Medical Amnesty PSA
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Jake Nokovic, Editor
• Jordan Hedlund, Production Manager
• Mary Rose Olsen, Director
• Kai LaCasse, Audio Technician
• JJ Denk, Camera Operator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Cell Phone Distractions II
Hennepin Technical College
• Sam Schatz, Director
• Dennis Trevino, Editor
• Alex Musial, Production Assistant
• Perry Nguyen, Production Assistant
• Ethan Pike-Nobile, Writer
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
We Stand Together
St. Cloud State University
• Katelynn Halter, Producer
CATEGORY #C-12
COLLEGE - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Project DIVA
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Laura Mason, Editor
• Tang Vang, Director
• Harrison Nguyen, Camera/Lighting
• Cody Sandberg, Audio
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
An Introduction to Hope Studios and Gallery
Wartburg College
• Benjamin J Bogard, Producer
CATEGORY #C-13
COLLEGE - COMMERCIAL
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Farmer's State Bank Mobile App
Wartburg College
• Benjamin J Bogard, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Attitude of Gratitude
Loras College
• Juanita Bustmante Escobar, Producer
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Wartburg Physics and Chemistry Demo Show Teaser
Wartburg College
• Benjamin J Bogard, Producer
CATEGORY #C-14
COLLEGE - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Stick With It
Central Lakes College
• Kyle Yezek, Animator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jonas Special Effects
Century College
• Jonas Burand, VFX Artist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Camp Monster
Loras College
• Keontae Neely, Animator
• Seth Myers, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
8-Bit History
Hennepin Technical College
• Shawn Marpe, Animator
• Mike Patterson, Animator
• Stephen Hohertz, Animator
• Todd Randall, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Miss Muffet Animation
Hennepin Technical College
• Sean Barnes, Animator
• John McCaffrey, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-15
COLLEGE - DIRECTOR
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Renaissance
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Yuyang Sun, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Michael Shynes - Crest Tattoo Studio Session
Hennepin Technical College
• Cassandra Shields, Director
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Taylor Budge Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Taylor Budge, Director
CATEGORY #C-16
COLLEGE - EDITOR
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Benjamin J Bogard Composite
Wartburg College
• Benjamin J Bogard, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Happy Hunting
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
• Justin Lund, Editor
• Elliot Kerr, Editor
• Erik Johnson, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Spazoid - "Tie Tuesday ft. Flying V and Tiny Tom"
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
• Justin Lund, Editor
• Erik Johnson, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Michael Shynes - Volunteer
Hennepin Technical College
• Dennis Trevino, Editor
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-18
COLLEGE - TALENT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jeremy Klein Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Jeremy Klein, Talent
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Taylor Budge Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Taylor Budge, Talent
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Danielle Maroney Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Danielle Maroney, Producer
CATEGORY #C-19
COLLEGE - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Live Where You Adventure
Central Lakes College
• David Rossow, Writer
CATEGORY #C-20
COLLEGE - WRITING
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jordan Schroeer Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Jordan Schroeer, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tyrel Filley Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Tyrel Filley, Writer
CATEGORY #H-01
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWSCAST
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EaglEye #129
Apple Valley High School
• Keira Minor, Anchor
• Reem Alsadi, Anchor
• EaglEye Crew, Producer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Raider Nation News, October 2015
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Hunter Christianson, Director
• Carli Raaen, Studio Manager
• Hunter Frank, Sound
• Emma Osborne, Graphics
• Alexa Herfindahl, Anchor
• Jake Sherbrooke, Anchor
• Cole Syvertson, Reporter
• Lane Ulmer, Reporter
• Hunter Frank, Reporter
• Tabatha Anglin, Reporter
• Tatum Polman, Reporter
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Flash Special: People For Sale
Eastview High School
• Katelyn Toner, Anchor
• Sunita Dharod, Reporter
• Anita Dharod, Reporter
• Jillian Welborn, Writer
• Katie Lords, Photographer
• Branson Reasor, Director
• Peter Liffrig, Producer
• Casey Dravis, Idea Man
• Nick Fornicioa, Advisor
• The Flash Crew, Team Members
CATEGORY #H-02
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Safe Driving
Apple Valley High School
• Tiger Santos, Reporter
• Matt Kotlan, Editor/Photographer
• Suresh Balram, Producer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dog Sabotage in Lakeville
Eastview High School
• Jillian Welborn, Reporter
• Katie Lords, Photographer
• Nick Fornicioa, Adivsor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EP Remembers
Eden Prairie High School
• Josh Lamberty, Director/Reporter/Editor
• Shania Hicks, Photographer/Editor
• Monica Sweiven, Photographer/Editor
• Rolf Olson, Advisor
• Perry Kennedy, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Drawing Drew
Apple Valley High School
• Emily Severson, Reporter
• Ivan Calixto, Producer
• Matt Kotlan, Photographer/Editor/writer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew Mccluskey, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
STEM Corridor
Apple Valley High School
• Matt Kotlan, Reporter/Writer
• Emily Severson, Producer
• Jeremy Vogel, Editor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-03
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Retiring Teachers
Apple Valley High School
• Matt Kotlan, Photographer
• Jeremy Vogel, Editor
• Taylor Bahm, Producer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EPHS Supermileage Car Story
Eden Prairie High School
• Joel Myers, Producer And Videographer
• Martin Blanco, Editor And Videographer
• Michael Anderson, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Story Behind the Race
Bemidji High School
• Atomic Thorson, Director, Camera, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Interview McGrew
Ankeny High School
• Patrick Asmussen, High School News
• Patrick Asmussen, High School News
CATEGORY #H-04
HIGH SCHOOL - ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Band Together
Apple Valley High School
• Micah Nelson, Writer / Reporter
• Kayla Markwell, Editing
• Lindsey Markwell, Producer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EPHS Jazz Band Story 2015
Eden Prairie High School
• Joel Myers, Producer, Editor And Videographer
• Michael Anderson, Producer, Editor, And Videographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Broadway 2015
Apple Valley High School
• Matt Kotlan, Reporter/Writer/Editor
• Miguel Aviles, Photographer
• Ashley Mutile, Producer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hairspray The Musical
Eastview High School
• Jack Groves, Reporter/Editor
• Peter Liffrig, Assistant
• Nick Fornicioa, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-05
HIGH SCHOOL - MUSIC VIDEO
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Of the Night
Central Campus
• Helena Gruensteidl, Director
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Flash of Light
Eastview High School
• Jacob Budin, Producer
• Nick Fornicioa, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Fox & Coyote - Elizabeth Bishop
CTV North Suburbs
• Jeron Lau, Co-Producer/Crew/Editor
• Claire Nentwig, Co-Producer/Crew/Editor
• Julia Nentwig, Co-Producer/Crew/Editor
• Katie Nentwig, Co-Producer/Crew/Editor
• Cooper Noot, Co-Producer/Crew/Editor
• Jonathan Pierce, Co-Producer/Crew/Editor
• Razeqa Aliyi, Peer Mentor/Co-Producer/Crew/Editor
• TJ Anthony, Peer Mentor/Co-Producer/Crew/Editor
• Kat St. Martin-Norburg, Peer Mentor/Co-Producer/Crew/Editor
• Misha Ardichvili, Editor
• Amy O'Connell, Editor
• Tennessee Wacek, Editor
CATEGORY #H-06
HIGH SCHOOL - FICTION
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Aux Cord Rules
Eastview High School
• Peter Liffrig, Producer
• Branson Reasor, Editor
• Terry Johnson, Talent
• Nick Fornicioa, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Deadringer
CTV North Suburbs
• Misha Ardichvili, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Altair's Domain
Eden Prairie High School
• Martin Blanco, Writer/Director/Producer
• Joel Myers, Director Of Photography
• Clayton Stansberry, Actor/Music Composer
• Michael Anderson, Actor/Lighting Designer/Gaffer
• Trevor Stansberry, Art Direction/Graphic Design
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
One Twinkie Left
Webster City High School
• Jacob Nilles, Producer
• Zachary Dodge, Assistant Student Producer
• WCTV Staff, Talent/Technical Staff
• Jacqueline Faust, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Silent Movie
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Shakhzoda Shokholdorova, Writer/Editor/Actor
• Laina Nelson, Writer/Editor/Actor
• Brittanie Schafer, Writer/Editor/Actor
• Ariana Groom, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Papercut
Eden Prairie High School
• Joel Myers, Director/Actor/Writer
• Jared Myers, Cinematographer/Editor/Writer
• Shelby Evans, Actor
• Martin Blanco, Cinematographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Power Inside
Eastview High School
• Annika Martel, Talent
• Emma Sinn, Producer
• Rachel Schmidt, Editor
• Bree Peterman, Photographer
• Nick Fornicioa, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Alternate Comedy
St. Paul Neighborhood Network
• Finn Jones, Producers
• Max Landy, Producers
CATEGORY #H-07
HIGH SCHOOL - NON-FICTION
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Free Bikes 4 Kidz
Eastview High School
• Joe Sheehan, Producer
• Annika Martel, Reporter
• Jake Budin, Photograher
• Nick Fornicoia, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Cellists of Minnesota
CTV North Suburbs
• Kat St. Martin-Norburg, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Starfish Academy
Central Campus
• Finnegan Pilcher, Editor
• Helena Gruensteidl, Writer
• Brock Stillmunks, Producer
• Tim Coleman, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hidden In Sight: A sex trafficking story
St. Paul Neighborhood Network
• Nycia Bryan, Patria Her, Jaia Moua, Qusyia Smith-Pugh, Producers
CATEGORY #H-08
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Bemidji High School Football Feature 2015-16
Bemidji High School
• Kelsey Cobenais, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Eagle Sports Report
Apple Valley High School
• Ivan Calixto, Reporter
• Micah Nelson, Reporter/writer
• Kaitlynn Heckman, Reporter
• Matt Kotlan, Reporter/writer
• S'emaj Okongwu, Reporter
• Keira Minor, Writer
• Manaal Sahid, Producer
• Hayley Chytka, Producer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Burnsville Hockey 2015
Burnsville High School
• Scott Tinkham, Producer
CATEGORY #H-10
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS: LIVE EVENT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City vs Forest City Wrestling
Webster City High School
• Christopher Anderson, Technical Director
• Katie Greenfield, Replay Operator
• Wyatt Vaughn, Audio Operator
• Erin Bahrenfuss, Camera Operator
• Zachary Dodge, Camera Operator
• Elise Manchester, Camera Operator
• John Brandt, Play By Play Announcer
• Kaitlynn Seeley, Play By Play Announcer
• Jacqueline Faust, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City vs Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Girls Basketball
Webster City High School
• Katie Greenfield, Technical Director
• Wyatt Vaughn, Replay Operator
• Jacob Nilles, Audio Operator
• Erin Bahrenfuss, Camera Operator
• Zachary Dodge, Camera Operator
• Tyler Geopfert, Camera Operator
• John Brandt, Play By Play Announcer
• Kaitlynn Seeley, Play By Play Announcer
• Jacqueline Faust, Advisor
• Mark Murphy, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Apple Valley Football vs. Eagan
Apple Valley High School
• Micah Nelson, Director
• Aron Ghirmai, Graphics
• Steven Schroeder, Camera Operator
• Dalton Turner, Camera Operator
• Connie Knipe, Camera Operator
• Jake Waxon, Camera Operator
• Bereket Ketema, Camera Operator
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-11
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Public Service Announcement
Wayzata High School
• Andrew Yablonsky, Producer
• Jean Zimmerman, Teacher - Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Bully Rap
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Peter Danielson, Writer
• Shakhzoda Shokholdorova, Editor
• Laina Nelson, Editor/Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Be Safe on Prom Night
Eden Prairie High School/ EagleVision News
• Joel Myers, Producer, Editor And Videographer
• John Kelley, Producer And Actor
CATEGORY #H-12
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Self Image & Social Media
Belle Plaine High School
• Marcus Giesen, Director/Editor/Producer/Videographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Spread the Word to End the Word
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Roman Fredrick, Writer/Editor
• Tim Brekken, Writer/Editor
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
360 Communities
Eastview High School
• Catilin Anderson, Reporter
• Irina Berman, Editor
• Nick Fornicioa, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lebanon Hills Changes
Eastview High School
• Noah Brown, Reporter
• Andre Gaubert, Photographer
• Nick Fornicioa, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-13
HIGH SCHOOL - COMMERCIAL
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Young Filmmaker's Club Commercial
Eden Prairie High School
• Chloe Ramos, Director
• Rolf Olson, Advisor
• Perry Kennedy, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Encore Film Festival
Eden Prairie High School
• Martin Blanco, Director/Editor
• Joel Myers, Director/Actor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dodgeball
Eden Prairie High School/ EagleVision News
• Joel Myers, Producer, Editor, And Actor
• Martin Blanco, Producer
CATEGORY #H-14
HIGH SCHOOL - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Burnsville Football Scoreboard Walkout Video
Burnsville High School
• Scott Tinkham, Graphic Artist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Michael Sturgill Composite
Eastview High School
• Michael Sturgill, Special Effects
• Nick Fornicioa, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-16
HIGH SCHOOL - EDITOR
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Trip
Eden Prairie High School
• Martin Blanco, Editor
• Joel Myers, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Kotlan Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Matt Kotlan, Editor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Storyboard
Eden Prairie High School/ EagleVision News
• Joel Myers, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jeremy Vogel Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Jeremy Vogel, Editor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-18
HIGH SCHOOL - TALENT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Paul Jenson Composite
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Paul Jenson, Talent
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tory Haglund Composite
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Tory Haglund, Talent
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Emily Severson Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Emily Severson, Talent
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Kotlan Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Matt Kotlan, Talent
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-19
HIGH SCHOOL - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Senior Send Off
Eastview High School
• Jack Groves, Editor
• Peter Liffrig, Photographer
• Nick Fornicioa, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-20
HIGH SCHOOL - WRITING
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Maddie Bahm Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Maddie Bahm, Writer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Matt Kotlan Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Matt Kotlan, Writer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-01
COLLEGE - NEWSCAST
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Studio One Show #503
University of North Dakota
• Averi Haugesag, Anchor, Producer
• Will Biernat, Anchor
• Scott Wolff, Weather Producer, Anchor
• Alex Stadnik, Director, Reporter
• Tasha Olson, Reporter
• Marty Mueller, Reporter
• Kari Strandberg, Reporter
• Brady Kappes, Photographer
• Nick Johnsrude, Writer
• Zach Worthy, Editor
• Eirik Nilssen Bratli, Studio Production
• Megan Hoffman, Studio Production
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
UTVS News en Español
St. Cloud State University
• Emilio Ramos DeJesus, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Campus News 4-26-14
MSU - Moorhead
• Brian Ashburn, Head Producer
• Breann Lenzmeier, Associate Producer
• Noor Alomran, Associate Producer
• Kyle Wahlberg, Associate Producer
• Jenna Weinberger, Associate Producer
• Kenny Buck, Sports Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
UTVS News
St. Cloud State University
• Elizabeth Burda, Executive Producer
• Danielle Maroney, Executive Producer
• Colette Jackson, Associate Producer
• Taylor Budge, Associate Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Daily Iowan TV Live - November 20, 2014
University of Iowa
• Dora Grote, News Director
• Anna Theodosis, Executive Producer
• Mary Colwell, Producer
• Abigail Meier, Associate Producer / Reporter
• Hannah Thomsen, Technical Director
• Nick Fisher, Anchor
• Greta Meyle, Anchor
• Megan Sanchez, Reporter
• Chelsie Brown, Co-Sports Director
• Jalyn Souchek, Co-Sports Director
• Austin Love, Reporter
• Tanner Siegworth, Weather / Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
LCTV News
Loras College
• Mareah Adolphs, Producer
• Allison Wong, Anchor And Associate Producer
• Payton Van Vors, Associate Producer
• Makaila Haase, Anchor
• Dimitri Villanueva, Sports Anchor
• Joel Schmidt, Live Reporter
• Kyle Jacobs, Live Reporter
• Billy Rehfeld, Live Shot Producer
• Thomas Graziano, Director
• Samantha Cihak, Technical Director
• Kate Berning, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-02
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Farm Safety
Wartburg College
• Calyn Thompson, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hearing Voices
MSU - Moorhead
• Ariana Babcock, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Obama visits St. Paul, outlines transit proposal
University of St. Thomas
• Briggs LeSavage, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
A Positive Life
Wartburg College
• Jeanne Edson, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Driving in Fear
St. Cloud State University
• Emilio Ramos DeJesus, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Public Wi-Fi Dangers
University of North Dakota
• Marty Mueller, Writer, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Student CNA
MSU - Moorhead
• Jocelyn Horazdovsky, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Creating a Safe Environment
St. Cloud State University
• Karsen Forsman, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Shrimp farm comes to the Cedar Valley
Wartburg College
• Ashley Davis, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
St. Thomas, U of M students protest Ferguson decision
University of St. Thomas
• Simeon Lancaster, Reporter
CATEGORY #C-03
COLLEGE - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Campus Collies
MSU - Moorhead
• Meredith Wathne, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lighting Up The Heavens
St. Cloud State University
• Taylor Budge, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
For the Love of Dogs
St. Cloud State University
• Jessie Johnson, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Fun with Physics
MSU - Moorhead
• Onize Ohikere, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Cuyuna Mountain Bike Trails
Central Lakes College
• Riley Nelson, Reporter/Writer/Editor
• Brandon Brown, Video Journalist
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Honor Flight Twin Cities
St. Cloud State University
• Emilio Ramos DeJesus, Producer
• Mike Wiener, Videographer
CATEGORY #C-04
COLLEGE - ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Kenneth Quo Vadis
Hennepin Technical College
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
• Shawn Marpe, Director, Writer And Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Capturing History - Recreating a Civil War Photograph
Hennepin Technical College
• Ryan Hall, Editor
• Jason Ewert, Producer
• Tong Lee, Videographer
• Richard Oxley, Executive Producer/Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Pow wow Dancer
MSU - Moorhead
• Jordan Schroeer, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
NDSU Jazz Festival
MSU - Moorhead
• Meredith Wathne, Reporter
CATEGORY #C-05
COLLEGE - MUSIC VIDEO
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Tyger & Lamb
Dordt College
• Megan Kaiser, Producer, Editor
• Daryl Bruinsma, Cinematographer, Editor
• Jerusha Pimentel, Musician, Actress
• Eric Geels, Actor
• Natalee Drissell, Actress
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
How Long Will I Love You
University of Wisconsin River Falls
• Samuel Azasu, Student/director
• Julia Fong, Actress
CATEGORY #C-06
COLLEGE - FICTION
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Shadow of the Sun
University of Northern Iowa
• Mason Greer, Director
• Alex Miller, Music Producer
• Mason Greer, Writer
• Mason Greer, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Fort Firerock
University of Northwestern, St. Paul
• Jared Myers, Director/Writer/Animator/Editor
• William Bakken, Producer
• Sophie Meath, Director Of Photography
• Jacob Crosby, Musical Composer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Halts - Pilot Episode
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Thomas Ducastel, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
I Will Survive
Central Lakes College
• Austin Wensloff, Producer/Director/Writer
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Confession
Dordt University
• Nathan Walter, Director
• Kaylie Ogle, Producer
• Lance Wunderink, Editor
• Dan Woudenberg, Director Of Photography
• James Newhouse, Director Of Photography
CATEGORY #C-07
COLLEGE - NON-FICTION
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
One Chill Ride
University of Minnesota - Duluth
• Keegan Burckhard, Director
• Sam Enochs, Music
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
To Jake With Love
Wartburg College
• Bekah Holten, Producer
• Brianna Becker, Producer
• Beth McAtee, Producer
• Anna McMullen, Producer
• Adam Azzaro, Producer
• Katlyn Underwood, Producer
• Simon Sager, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The House Music Built
Wartburg College
• Ashley Dickinson, Producer
• Peter Hoffman, Producer
• Ted Leuck, Producer
• Armand Piecuch, Producer
• Holly Hejlik, Producer
• Caitlin Harbach, Producer
• Justin Szykowny, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Home Country
Wartburg College
• Jacqueline Schutte, Producer
• Ali Kilburg, Producer
• Lanie Crouse, Producer
• Carmen Stevens, Producer
• Kristin Canning, Producer
• Sarah Boraas, Producer
• Danny Housholder, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Battle Continues: The Story of James Stephenson
Loras College
• Mariah Duran, Director, Producer, Editor
• Sami Reyes, Producer
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Ger Kler: A Journey of Untold Strength
College of Saint Benedict & Saint John's University
• Rachel Mullin, Co-Producer
• Sean Raible, Co-Producer
• Ashley LaLiberte, Production Assistant
• Megan Towle, Production Assistant
• Mackenzie Lecy, Production Assistant
• Nikki Orth, Researcher
• Ana Nugent, Production Assistant
• Maria Jagodinski, Production Assistant
• Andrew Warzecha, Videographer / Editor
• Thomas Brossart, Videographer
• Su Nguyen, Production Assistant
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve Pre-visit Video
University of Minnesota: Twin Cities
• Aidan Hutt, Director/Producer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Unique Art of Tattooing
Central Lakes College
• Darrin Chapman, Producer/Director/Writer
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Christopher's Champions
Loras College
• Laura Bohorquez, Director, Producer, Editor
• Trey Davis, Director, Producer, Editor
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Henderson Fife and Drum
Hennepin Technical College
• Tong Lee, Videographer/Editor
• Salvador Rodriguez, Videographer
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-08
COLLEGE - SPORTS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Marlene Stollings: First Game as a Gopher
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Ryan Maus, Advisor
• Benjamin Pobiel, Producer, Editor, Videographer
• Dan West, Producer, Editor, Videographer
• Charlie Weierke, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Tradition of Excellence
St. Cloud State University
• Jeremy Klein, Producer
• Taylor Budge, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
St. John's vs. St. Thomas
St. Cloud State University
• Ted Leroux, Reporter
CATEGORY #C-09
COLLEGE - SPORTS: LIVE EVENT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Husky Productions: SCSU vs UND
St. Cloud State University
• Elizabeth Burda, Producer
• Patrick Crooks, Director
• Brittany Rooney, Associate Producer
• Matt Bohach, Technical Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Football vs St. Johns
Wartburg College
• Seth Nutting, Knight Vision
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Wartburg Basketball vs Loras
Wartburg College
• Seth Nutting, Knight Vision
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Maverick Hockey Weekend: MSU vs NMU Playoff Game Two
Bethany Lutheran College
• Anthony Miller, Producer
• Logan Hoppe, Director
• Brian Christensen, Technical Director
• Preston Schultz, Post-Game Producer/Audio Engineer
CATEGORY #C-10
COLLEGE - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
PSA Hurry
Century College
• Nate McGowen, Director, Camera Operator
• Jenna Sederstrom, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
It's On Us
Drake University
• Rachel Collins, Producer, Director, Editor
• Alysa Mozak, Advisor
• Todd Evans, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Yes Means Yes, No Means No
Central Lakes College
• Brent Balmer, Producer/Co-director/Videographer
• Mitch McCallson, Writer/Co-director/Editor
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Ones Forgotten
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Steven Hoff, PSA - ITEMP
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
PSA Brother and Sister
Century College
• Parminder Papial, Director
• Kelli Smith, Producer
• Nate McGowen, Camera Operator
CATEGORY #C-11
COLLEGE - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Generation Swipe
Wartburg College
• Jeanne Edson, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Survivor
Central Lakes College
• Bobbi Kruchten, Producer/Director/Writer
• Mark Ambroz, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
How Mission Support Impacts Synod Ministries
Wartburg College
• Benjamin J Bogard, Producer
CATEGORY #C-12
COLLEGE - COMMERCIAL
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Hennepin Technical College - Culinary Program
Hennepin Technical College
• Nolan Sinkler, Vidographer
• Richard Oxley, Executive Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Test Drive Your Life: Short Form Promo
Wartburg College
• Benjamin J Bogard, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
UNW Football - Compete With Purpose
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
• Matthew Abeler, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
MyDuhawk.com Commercial
Loras College
• Juanita Bustamante, Animator
• Lina Rodriguez, Producer
• Zach Altfillisch, Director
• Craig Schaefer, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-13
COLLEGE - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Colombian Animation Compilation
Loras College
• Juanita Bustamante, Animator
• Lina Rodriguez, Producer, Associate Animator
• Seth Myers, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Audition
Hennepin Technical College
• Booby Rook, Producer/Animator
• John McCaffrey, Advisor
• Richard Oxley, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
AE News Report
Hennepin Technical College
• Henry Tice, Producer/Animator
• Todd Randall, Advisor
• Richard Oxley, Executive Producer/Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
UTVS Animation Showcase 2015
St. Cloud State University
• Wesley Beskar, Computer Artist / Designer / Editor
• Tommy Vice, Audio Design / Creative Input
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Preacher
Loras College
• Matt Resnick, Visual Effects Editor
• Mariah Duran, Visual Effects Editor
• Seth Myers, Advisor
CATEGORY #C-14
COLLEGE - DIRECTOR
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Academy of Whole Learning
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
• Aaron Bergland, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Logan Hoppe
Bethany Lutheran College
• Logan Hoppe, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Winning Others Over
University of Minnesota- Twin Cities
• Megan Gullifer, Director
CATEGORY #C-15
COLLEGE - EDITOR
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Maverick Hockey Weekend Coach's Show with Mike Hastings
Bethany Lutheran College
• Brian Christensen, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Logan Hoppe
Bethany Lutheran College
• Logan Hoppe, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Zach Palmquist Senior Spotlight
Bethany Lutheran College
• Megan Maschoff, Producer & Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Naoya Uchida Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Naoya Uchida, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Sydnee Bendorf Composite
Century College
• Sydnee Bendorf, Editor
CATEGORY #C-16
COLLEGE - PHOTOGRAPHER
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Naoya Uchida Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Naoya Uchida, Photographer
CATEGORY #C-17
COLLEGE - TALENT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Young Politicians in North Dakota
University of North Dakota
• Averi Haugesag, Producer, Talent
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jessica Gulseth Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Jessica Gulseth, Anchor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jeremy Klein Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Jeremy Klein, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Taylor Budge Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Taylor Budge, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ted Leroux Composite
St. Cloud State University
• Ted Leroux, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Nick Fisher Composite
University of Iowa
• Nick Fisher, Anchor
CATEGORY #C-18
COLLEGE - WRITING
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
UMN Light Safety PSA
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
• Trevor Daniels, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Ariana Babcock Composite
MSU - Moorhead
• Ariana Babcock, Writer
CATEGORY #H-01
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWSCAST
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Flash Holiday Show
Eastview High School
• The Flash Crew, Production
• Branson Reason, Director
• Josh Illg, Technical Director
• Noah Brown, Writer
• Jillian Welborn, Reporter
• Peter Liffrig, Reporter
• Tom Delich, Reporter
• Zain Kaiser, Reporter
• Jeremy Trogstad, Reporter
• Stephanie Haripaul, Reporter
• Danny Wagner, Anchor
• Katelyn Toner, Anchor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Flash Halloween Special
Eastview High School
• Casey Dravis, Reporter
• Katie Lord, Reporter
• Joe Cunningham, Reporter
• Katelyn Toner, Reporter
• Anita Dharod, Reporter
• Sunita Dharod, Reporter
• Jillian Welborn, Reporter
• Peter Liffrig, Anchor
• Alan See, Anchor
• Danny Wagner, Anchor
• Branson Reasor, Technical Director
• Josh Illg, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
PCS Falcon News - Edition 1
Park Christian School
• Olson Langness, Reporter
• Christina Overmoe, Main Anchor
• Noah Bechtold, Reporter
• Jonah Jelinski, Reporter
• Kate Lodewyk, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Raider Nation News (November)
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Justin Hanson, Director
• Tory Haglund, Camera
• Brittanie Schafer, Sound
• Laina Nelson, Studio Manager
• Jessie Swegarden, Graphics
• Shakzhoda Shokholdorova, Talent
• Sam Whitehead, Talent
• Roman Frederick, Reporter
• Dylan Hanson, Reporter
• Tim Brekken, Reporter
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EaglEye #117
Apple Valley High School
• EaglEye Crew, Student Production Team
• Moti Begna, Anchor
• Jazmin Armijos, Anchor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EaglEye #122
Apple Valley High School
• EaglEye Crew, Student Production Team
• Tori Labonte, Anchor
• Reem Alsadi, Anchor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Eagan AM 600th Episode
Eagan High School
• Eagan High School, Eagan AM Production Crew
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Eagan AM - Special Live Theatre Edition
Eagan High School
• Eagan AM, Eagan AM Production Crew
CATEGORY #H-02
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – SERIOUS NEWS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Ebola Facts
Apple Valley High School
• Kiera Harris, Reporter
• Natalie Mozer, Producer-Camera
• Jeremy Vogel, Editor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sex Talk
Eagan High School
• Eagan Am, Eagan AM Production Crew
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Roger The Custodian's Recovery
Eastview High School
• Katelyn Toner, Reporter
• Katie Lord, Videographer
• Sunita Dharod, Producer
• Anita Dharod, Editor
• Jillian Welborn, Videographer
CATEGORY #H-03
HIGH SCHOOL - NEWS: GENERAL ASSIGNMENT – LIGHT NEWS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
One Room Schoolhouse
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Laina Nelson, Reporter
• Shakzhoda Shokholdorova, Editor
• Brittanie Schafer, Writer
• Ariana Groom, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Sleep Deprivation
Apple Valley High School
• Maddi Engel, Reporter-Producer
• Kasey Lanenberg, Editor
• Jazmin Armijos, Camera
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
EPHS Vending Machines
Eden Prairie High School
• Joel Myers, Photographer, Editor, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Mrs. Kuhn
Apple Valley High School
• Ellisia Sheffel, Reporter
• March Mwangi, Camera
• Maddi Engel, Producer-Editor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Coach Bobby
Apple Valley High School
• Maddi Engel, Reporter-Editor
• Marcus Nelson, Camera
• Maddie Saice, Producer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Legacy Games
Eastview High School
• Jillian Welborn, Reporter
• Katie Lord, Videographer
• Sunita Dharod, Editor
• Anita Dharod, Producer
• Katelyn Toner, Videographer
CATEGORY #H-04
HIGH SCHOOL - ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT/CULTURAL AFFAIRS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Elephant Man
Eagan High School
• Eagan AM, Eagan Am Production Crew
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Odds of An Afterthought Band
Eastview High School
• Jack Groves, Reporter
• Peter Liffrig, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Racial Labels
Apple Valley High School
• Natalie Mozer, Reporter
• Robert Nelson, Producer
• Jazmin Armijos, Camera
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Nifty Fifties
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Tyler Dahlgren, Reporter/Editor/Writer
• Laina Nelson, Reporter/Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
EPHS Marching Band Story 2014
Eden Prairie High School
• Joel Myers, Photographer, Editor, Reporter
• John Kelley, Photographer, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Teen Independence
Apple Valley High School
• Isabel Abeln, Reporter-Camera
• Ivan Calixto-Rosas, Editor
• Taylor Bahm, Producer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-05
HIGH SCHOOL - MUSIC VIDEO
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Do You Want to Build a Snowman?
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Brittanie Schafer, Editor/Photographer
• Laina Nelson, Writer/Editor
• Shakzhoda Shokholdorova, Writer
• Ariana Groom, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Brave
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Layne Nelson, Editor/Photographer
• Lindsey Olson, Editor/Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
REM
Saint Paul Neighborhood Network
• Theng Pao Thao, Producer, Director, Editor
• Max Landy, Producer, Director, Editor, Actor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Koo Koo Kanga Roo - "Unicorns R Real"
Eden Prairie High School
• Martin Blanco, Director/Editor/Cinematographer
• Joel Myers, Cinematographer
• Perry Kennedy, Actor/Advisor
CATEGORY #H-06
HIGH SCHOOL - FICTION
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Pick-Up Line Olympics
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Mason Swegarden, Writer/Editor/Reporter
• Jordan Stockert, Writer/Reporter
• Steven Wavra, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Blindsided
Rosemount High School
• Mike Rapuano, Writer-Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Reflections
Eden Prairie High School
• Joel Myers, Director, Actor, Editor
• Jared Myers, Photographer, Director, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Boy on Bench
Eastview High School
• Jack Groves, Producer/Editor/Writer
• Peter Liffrig, Editor
CATEGORY #H-07
HIGH SCHOOL - NON-FICTION
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Names
Apple Valley High School
• Maddi Engel, Producer-Camera-Editor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Let's Talk About School
Saint Paul Neighborhood Network
• Ayantu Bikila, Producer
• Max Landy, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Music Education
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Brittanie Schafer, Writer/Editor
• Isac Coufal, Reporter
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Valley Scare
Eastview High School
• Katie Lord, Reporter
• Jillian Welborn, Producer
• Anita Dharod, Videographer
• Sunita Dharod, Editor
• Katelyn Toner, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Share how to overcome adversity
Eastview High School
• Zain Kaiser, Reporter
• Noah Brown, Videographer
• Joe Cunningham, Assistant
• Alan See, Assistant
• Ben Okke, Assistant
CATEGORY #H-08
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Scott Tinkham Composite
Burnsville High School
• Scott Tinkham, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Eagles in Action
Apple Valley High School
• Marcus Nelson, Photographer-Editor
• Jeremy Vogel, Photographer-Editor
• Charles Young, Photographer-Editor
• Maddie Saice, Photographer-Editor
• Kasey Lanenberg, Photographer-Editor
• Alicia Dodge, Photographer-Editor
• Bethany Bartels, Photographer-Editor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lizzy Overcomes Injury
Eastview High School
• Shane Bernhardson, Reporter
• Jordan Burdi, Videographer
CATEGORY #H-09
HIGH SCHOOL - SPORTS: LIVE EVENT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Eagles Basketball vs. Park Cottage Grove
Apple Valley High School
• Jacob Aguilar, Director
• Yassin Abasher, Graphics
• Eagle Media Crew, Student Production Team
• Mitch Johnson, Color Analyst
• A.J. Hill, Play By Play Announcer
• Brooklyn Schwiesow, Court-side Reporter
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Webster City Lynx vs St. Edmond Gaels Varsity Basketball
Webster City High School
• SPVG Staff, Staff
CATEGORY #H-10
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
The Penguin Shuffle
Eden Prairie High School
• Michael Watras, Producer/Editor/Talent
• C.J. Marschke, Videographer
• Mark Hodges II, Talent
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
MN Weather PSA
CTV North Suburbs
• Cassandra Bauer, Producer, Writer, Editor
• Jordan Lee Thompson, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Energy Conservation
Burnsville High School
• Scott Tinkham, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Dress Warm
Eden Prairie High School
• Martin Blanco, Director/Editor/Narrator
• Joel Myers, Director/Narrator
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Justin Hanson, Writer/Editor/Reporter
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-11
HIGH SCHOOL - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
College Prep
Apple Valley High School
• Mohamed Ahmed, Reporter
• Ivan Calixto-Rosas, Camera
• Yusuf Sharif, Editor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
WE Day
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Shakzhoda Shokholdorova, Writer/Editor/Reporter
• Ariana Groom, Editor
• Tory Haglund, Photographer
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Blood Drive
Apple Valley High School
• Maddi Engel, Reporter
• Adam Thompson, Camera-Producer
• Jeremy Vogel, Editor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
The Future of Lebanon Hills
Eagan High School
• Eagan AM, Eagan AM Production Crew
CATEGORY #H-12
HIGH SCHOOL - COMMERCIAL
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Heart Rate Monitor Cheats
Eastview High School
• Jack Groves, Editor/Talent
• Peter Liffrig, Videographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Buy a Yearbook!
Lake Park Audubon High School
• Megan Hilfer, Writer/Editor
• Jessie Swegarden, Photographer/Writer
• Laureen Svobodny, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Young Filmmakers' Club Commercial
Eden Prairie High School
• Martin Blanco, Director/Editor/Actor
• Joel Myers, Director/Actor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Lulu's Laundromat
Rosemount High School
• Mike Bigelow, Producer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Young Life Commercial
Burnsville High School
• Scott Tinkham, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Boys and Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities
Saint Paul Neighborhood Network
• Theng Pao Thao, Producer, Director, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Legacy Supply
Rosemount High School
• Landon Bresnahan, Producer
CATEGORY #H-13
HIGH SCHOOL - ANIMATION/GRAPHICS/SPECIAL EFFECTS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Virtual Reality
Eagan High School
• Eagan AM, Eagan AM Production Crew
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Eagan AM Graphics
Eagan High School
• Eagan AM, Eagan AM Production Crew
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Star Wars 3D
Burnsville High School
• Alex Hughes, Editor
• Jeremiah Prok, Editor
• Tyler Archibald, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Kotlan Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Matt Kotlan, Graphics Producer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-14
HIGH SCHOOL - DIRECTOR
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Jacob Aguilar Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Jacob Aguilar, Director
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Martin Blanco Composite
Eden Prairie High School
• Martin Blanco, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Joel Myers Composite
Eden Prairie High School
• Joel Myers, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Circulate
Benilde Saint Margarets
• Ben Kohler, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Scott Tinkham Composite
Burnsville High School
• Scott Tinkham, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Eagan AM 600th Episode
Eagan High School
• Daniel Debner, Director
CATEGORY #H-15
HIGH SCHOOL - EDITOR
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Peter Liffrig Composite
Eastview High School
• Peter Liffrig, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Money Trip
Mound Westonka High School
• Siena Boser, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Singing Souls Of Paradise
Rosemount High School
• Alex Huot, Director-Writer-Actor
• Mike Rapuano, Editor-Sound
• Ben Vansteenburg, Camera Op-Grip
• Landon Bresnahan, Camera Op - VFX Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Scott Tinkham Composite
Burnsville High School
• Tyler Krebs, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Maddi Engel Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Maddi Engel, Editor
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
CATEGORY #H-16
HIGH SCHOOL - PHOTOGRAPHER
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Marcus Nelson Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Marcus Nelson, Photographer
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Scott Tinkham Photographer Composite Entry
Burnsville High School
• Scott Tinkham, Editor
CATEGORY #H-17
HIGH SCHOOL - TALENT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Maddi Engel Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Maddi Engel, Talent
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Moti Begna Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Moti Begna, Talent
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
• Drew McCluskey, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Nissi K
Eagan High School
• Eagan AM, Eagan AM Production Crew
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD NOMINEE
Sarah P
Eagan High School
• Eagan AM, Eagan AM Production Crew
CATEGORY #H-18
HIGH SCHOOL - WRITING
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Maddi Engel Composite
Apple Valley High School
• Maddi Engel, Writing
• Cliff Dodge, Advisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST STUDENT PRODUCTION AWARD RECIPIENT
Jillian Welborn Composite
Eastview High School
• Jillian Welborn, Writer