Arts & Entertainment Story ( 2 Year College/University,4 Year College/University)Back
Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: The Clarion (Bethel University) Entry Title: The bi-winged aeroplane and the Bethel band director Entry Credit: Kelly Hedberg Judge Comment: Vivid storytelling and observational details, which really puts the reader “there.” Playing with the time-shifts and story forms shows a lot of confidence (giving away the punchline in the lede, and the middle of the joke at the end was smart, and sets this profile apart).
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Manitou Messenger (St. Olaf) Entry Title: Chapel Choir concert revised Entry Credit: Alyson Brinker Judge Comment: Strong reporting on issues that wouldn’t be on everyone’s radars. Lots of voices and explanation make this readable to the end. Was there anyone against pulling the musical selection from the concert?
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: The Clarion (Bethel University) Entry Title: Fighting for film Entry Credit: Makenna Cook Judge Comment: Fascinating story at the intersection of arts, education and current events. Well-crafted, with plenty of sources. Some elements could have used more sourcing (such as the “equipment so old it is classified unsafe” piece). Great work!
Competition Comment: Solid entries all around; top 3 stood out for good storytelling, reporting and insight into people and issues of the moment.
