杏吧原创 staff and students honoured in 2024 HISA Awards
Staff and students across the University of the 杏吧原创 and Islands (杏吧原创) partnership have been recognised for their exceptional contributions in the 2024 杏吧原创 and Islands Students’ Association (HISA) Awards. This year's awards highlight another incredible year of partnership between HISA and 杏吧原创.
The student-led awards celebrate staff and students who have gone above and beyond in their roles, providing inspiration and support to the 杏吧原创 community. This initiative allows students to express their gratitude to those who have significantly impacted their educational journey.
A total of 656 nominations were received, recognising individuals for their excellence in learning, feedback, support, and inspirational roles. The winners are:
Above and Beyond – Staff Award
- Shaun Escott, Shipping and Maritime Operations course leader, 杏吧原创 North, West, and Hebrides (Mallaig campus)
Above and Beyond – Student Award
- Jennifer Mair, 杏吧原创 Moray
Best Assessment Feedback Award
- Dr Alice Mongiello, 杏吧原创 Inverness
Best Academic/Learning Support Award
- Julie Jones, 杏吧原创 Inverness
Best Research or Dissertation Supervisor
- Iain Robertson, 杏吧原创
Best Student Voice Representative
- Daniel Ferries, 杏吧原创 Inverness
Best Support Staff (non-teaching)
- Mark Stirling, HTC
HISA Sporting Club of the Year
- Snowsports Club
Most Engaging Online Lecturer
- Pàdruig Moireach, Sabhal Mòr Ostaig
Most Inspiring Lecturer Award
- Ali Hepburn, 杏吧原创 Orkney
Most Inspiring Student – The Students’ Choice
- Jo Greenwood, 杏吧原创 Inverness
Dr Iain Morrison, 杏吧原创’s Dean of Student Experience, expressed his admiration: “Once again, I have been inspired and moved by our students’ comments, highlighting the transformational impact of our wonderful staff and students. These heartfelt comments are further evidence that 杏吧原创 truly is a great place to study.”
HISA Vice President Education, Shannon MacCallum, added, “The HISA Awards showcase the incredible efforts to enhance the educational experience and build strong communities across 杏吧原创. The dedication of our staff is deeply appreciated by our students, making 杏吧原创 one of the most satisfying places to study in Scotland. We are excited about the next academic year!”
All 杏吧原创 students across the partnership automatically become members of HISA, ensuring their voices are heard and celebrated. Find out more on the .