The Golden Roses Awards are an opportunity for students on Myerscough campus to recognise the hard work and dedication of staff members throughout the past year.

Students were able to nominate staff members who made a positive impact on their University experience- not just tutors and lecturers, but support staff too.

This year, Myerscough students submitted 100 nominations for 37 members of staff.

Presenting the awards was VP Education Usman, who said: “These awards are designed, nominated and voted for by Myerscough students, so it makes them extra special for the staff receiving them, or a nomination.”

The Myerscough award winners were:

Lecturer of the Year

An award for the lecturer who made a significant contribution to students’ academic experience, to recognise their passion, enthusiasm and their ability to keep students engaged in their lessons.

FRANKIE KERRIDGE (Animal Studies)

Student nomination comments included: 

‘’Amazing.’’

‘’She goes above and beyond for each individual’s needs. She’s kind and treats students with respect and dignity.’’

‘’She made the transition from my college to university course very easy.’’

‘’She uses interactive and fun methods to ensure good learning and give students opportunities they wouldn’t have got otherwise.’’

‘’Positive, honest and funny.’’

Congratulations also to those shortlisted: Andrew Taaffe (Greenspace), Emma Blundell (Animal Studies), Irene Weir (Horticulture), Nichola Bradshaw (Equine)

Student Support Award

An award to recognise the staff member who went above and beyond to offer a fantastic student experience, who was approachable and proactive in offering help and treating students as individuals.

SAM COOK (Floristry)

Student nomination comments included: 

‘’Sam is so supportive, encouraging and enthusiastic about the subject.’’

‘’She helps students through difficult times and encourages them to never give up.’’

‘’I would have dropped out of my course without her support.’’

Congratulations to those shortlisted: Emma Blundell (Animal Studies), Phil Boyle (Motorsport)

The Myerscough Golden One

An award to recognise any member of staff who went above and beyond. (In effect, the staff member of the year.)

JON HUMFREY (Library, Laboratories & HE Centre)

Student nomination comments included: 

‘’Very helpful, kind and funny.’’

‘’He looks after students and always helps with any issues they have. He goes out of his way to do so without delay.’’

‘’He performs some great magic tricks!’’

Congratulations to those shortlisted: Emma Blundell (Animal Studies), Frankie Kerridge (Animal Studies), Phil Boyle (Motorsport)