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🏆 Before we get there, below in alphabetical order, are this year's finalists:
1. Campus Mom by Emma Vogt, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
One of the estimated 4 million college students in the U.S. who are parents brings a personal story of what it means to earn a degree while raising a child.
2. Dear Panda by Charlotte King, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vt.
One college student in Vermont explores grief and loss after the death of her uncle, and vividly recalls a memorable summer visit with him in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.
3. Dear Papa by Colby McCaskill, Fordham University, New York, N.Y.
This podcast takes the form of a letter from a grandson to his grandparents as he struggles to come to grips with distance, his grandmother's dementia, and their inevitable decline as they grow older.
4. Death of the Narrative Podcast by Noah Kammer, Belmont University, Nashville, Tenn.
What happens when the profession you've admired, and trained to have a career in, changes dramatically? This meta podcast discusses a college student's dream of becoming a narrative podcaster.
5. I'm Not Laughing by Emily Wyrwa, Boston University
How did clowns become a protest symbol? A student journalist explores the origins and mission of a nonviolent protest movement in Boston.
6. Joe's World by Luisa Sukkar, Barnard College, New York, N.Y.
A sister visits the rich fantasy world inhabited by her twin brother, who has autism. Joe takes listeners on a tour, and the two siblings discuss how these worlds shape their relationship, and Joe's experiences in life.
7. New York 10019 by Syd Walter, Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, N.Y.
A college student walks in the footsteps of Tony Schwartz, the legendary recording artist whose albums captured the sounds and life of his postal zone in Manhattan's Upper West Side. She tracks down Sanchez' son, Anton Schwarz, who shares his memories.
8. People Like Us by Evelyn Rissell, Highline Community College, Des Moines, Wash.
A college student shares how a monthly book club at an independent bookstore in Burien, Wash., and its host, Penny, enrich their community.
9. The Best Player on the Worst Team by Anna Slade, Oberlin College, Oberlin, Ohio.
What's it like to be a football player at a school that's terrible at football? One student journalist at Oberlin candidly interviews players on her school's team.
10. The Price of Paradise by Gabriela Valladares, Dalton State College, Dalton, Ga.
A Georgia college student examines how life changed for longtime residents of her hometown when their mountain community was discovered as a tourist spot. Growth and prosperity brought rising property values and overcrowding.
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Congratulations to all our finalists – and our honorable mention recipients, which were also announced just this week. Thanks to all the students and educators for being part of the 2025 contest. We are grateful for you sharing your time, energy and stories with us and look forward to hearing from you again next year.
Until then, take care.
Warmly,
Janet Woojeong Lee |
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