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Journalism students paced ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ in a prestigious national contest often called the "Pulitzers of college journalism," which is open to students from 100 accredited schools.

The journalism major’s award-winning work brings light to human rights violations surrounding this summer’s Olympic Games in Brazil.

The School of Communications notches four national wins and two national finalist nods in Mark of Excellence competition.

Junior journalism major Tommy Hamzik was recognized for his story chronicling the death of an ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ football player and subsequent reaction from the campus and community.

Al Drago '15 was honored with four regional wins in photography categories.

One of the 21st century's most influential thought leaders spoke with students on March 31 to discuss the news industry, his professional experiences, and what future members of the media may encounter. 

The College Media Association honored the student news organization with an Apple Award, and a School of Communications staff member and alumnus offered presentations at the convention.

Winners will know if their work will enter the national contest in April.

Senior journalism major Gary Grumbach and Kate Murphy '15 were both honored in the same multimedia competition.

The Pendulum, Phi Psi Cli and Colonnades won a total of 22 awards from the North Carolina College Media Association.