Radio LaB celebrate Student Radio Awards nominations

Tue 29 October, 2024
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Hot on the heels of their Community Radio Awards shortlisting, Radio LaB 鈥 the 亚色视频鈥檚 community radio station 鈥 is celebrating another three nominations at the Student Radio Awards (SRAs)

The is hoping to pick up prizes in the categories of:

  • Best Event Programming
  • Best Chart Show Programming
  • Best Sport Programming

The nod for 鈥Best Event Programming鈥 is in recognition of Radio LaB鈥檚 coverage of BBC Radio 1鈥檚 Big Weekend in Luton, which saw student presenters interviewing a host of music stars live from the festival.

Joel Atkinson, third-year Radio & Audio student, said: 鈥淓xternal recognition for our work is an incredible motivator, helping us understand that what we are doing is not just in our own bubble but having a wider impact. The experiences gained through these projects are invaluable and will help those of us looking for work in the media industry.

鈥淢y favourite entry was for our coverage of Radio 1's Big Weekend. We utilised the unique access we were given backstage along with production skills we learnt in classes. I want to thank the support of the University, Terry Lee and all involved in Radio LaB.鈥

Radio LaB are no strangers to picking up accolades in recognition of student work, with the team last in the 鈥Best Chart Show Programming鈥 category at the 2022 SRAs.

Terry Lee, Senior Tutor in Radio & Audio and co-ordinator of Radio LaB, added: 鈥淲e鈥檙e incredibly proud that Radio LaB has been shortlisted for three SRAs, which highlights the hard work and creativity of our students. These entries involved some of the best radio content from the last year, from live sports commentaries to interviews with local musicians, truly showcasing the diverse range of skills our students have developed here at the University. Radio LaB provides a unique broadcast platform for them to share the best of Luton with a wider audience.鈥

The winners will be announced at a special ceremony in London on 19 November. Keep an eye on the University鈥檚 social media feeds for updates.

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