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The finalists of the 2020 Grads In Games Awards

August 27, 2020August 28, 2020 0
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The finalists of the 2020 Grads In Games Awards

August 27, 2020August 28, 2020 Andy Driver 0

After a short hiatus the Grads In Games Awards are now closing in, so we’re very pleased to remind you of the finalists of the Grads in Games Awards for 2020, ahead of our winners reveal in a few weeks!

The Grads In Games Awards recognise the people, studios and institutions that have made a real impact in improving the links between the games industry and education.  

With over 250 nominations across the board, this years awards have highlighted more than ever some of the incredible work being done. Before we introduce the finalists we would like to extend our thanks to our judging panel who took the time to review our shortlists and decide our winners. Without their incredibly hard work we would not be able to make this happen! 

The Grads in Games Awards Judging Panel 

Shahneila Saeed – Head of Education at UKIE
Rosemary Buahin – Games Category Lead at Xbox UK
James Tatum – Lead Programmer at Bulkhead Interactive
Philip & Andrew Oliver – Directors at Game Dragons
Viki Freeman – HR Business Partner at Team17
Nick Dixon – Senior Lecturer at Falmouth University 

This years winners will be announced Sep 15th to Sep 18th, keep an eye out on Grads in Games to find our winners for 2020! 

So without any further delay we are now proud to introduce this years finalists: 


Academic Award 

These are the academics that go beyond just the lectures, are often excellent student mentors, organise industry events and speakers, and can show wide-ranging beneficial results of their work. 

Alan Zucconi
Goldsmiths, University of London

Carrie Warwick
University of Bolton

Chris Rothwell
Breda University of Applied Sciences

Rob Griffiths
Llandrillo Colleg

Matthieu Delaere
Howest DAE

Michael Acosta
Warwickshire College

Richard Hebblewhite
Wrexham Glyndwr University

Satish Shewhorak
Teesside University

Sharon Tolaini-Sage
Norwich University of the Arts

Thomas Methven
Edinburgh Napier University


Educational Institution Award
Higher Education

Universities and HE institutions that have demonstrated a real, positive impact with their students over the past 12 months. 

Falmouth University 

Howest DAE 

Norwich University of the Arts 

Staffordshire University 

Wrexham Glyndwr University 


Educational Institution Award
Further Education

Colleges and FE institutions that have demonstrated a real, positive impact with their students over the past 12 months. 

Coleg Llandrillo 

ELAM – East London Arts & Music 

Priestley College 

Warwickshire College 


Student Hero Award 

Current games students who have demonstrated a positive impact with their their fellow students over the past 12 months, showcasing students who are the doing the most to support, progress and inspire their peers through a range of pro-active and supportive activities. 

Ahmed Hisham Emam Ahmed Hendy
Cologne Game Lab 

Carly Lloyd
University of Worcester 

Kian Bennett
University of Portsmouth 

Rachel Rowley
Wrexham Glyndwr University 

Sandra Wojna
De Montfort University 

Simon Ashcroft
University of Central Lancashire 

Thomas Rainey
University Centre South Devon 

Will Jennett
Falmouth University 


Student Game Award 

Student games projects published within the past 12 months, that demonstrate a strong talent and aptitude from its developer(s). 

BacteriAR
Jakob MacDonald
University of Central Lancashire

Niloc
Farjad Mohammad, Stephen Ogbeiwi, Scott Foey, Alex Murphy, Tom Broughton
University of Bolton 

Nothing in Sight
Aditya Joy, Clémence Descharles, Eric Escher, Félix Pinchon, Guillaume Faguet, Lucas Devillers, Thibault Moitel
Rubika Supinfogame 

Takotan – 星のタコ
Joseph Calabro
University of Westminster 

Pair Up
Andrew Pearson, Joe Coulson, Sabrina Lang, Dan Bond
Staffordshire University 

Potion Panic
Marianne Skinner Cassidy, Valeria Graff, Emma Haephrati, Nikki Rose, Sean Fox, Loryn Hunt
Norwich University of the Arts 

Tenacious Odyssey: Chimera
Kane Challis
University Centre Leeds 


Industry Collaboration Award 

Showcasing universities and studios that demonstrate strong interaction and build direct connections between courses and the games industry. 

Outplay Academy + Abertay University 

Rare + University of Portsmouth 

Spilt Milk + East London Arts & Music 

Tiny Rebel Games + University of South Wales 

TT Games + University of Central Lancashire 


Graduate Employer Award 

Games studios & companies that have demonstrated a positive and pro-active approach in hiring and supporting graduates & interns over the past 12 months. 

Auroch Digital 

Bulkhead Interactive 

d3t 

Intouch Games 

nDreams 

Playground Games 

Sumo Digital 

TT Games 


Graduate Impact Award 

Recent graduates and junior staff that have exceeded expectations in a studio role. Showcasing the people that are making their first steps in the industry but are already creating a hugely positive impact, not just within their studio but also towards the industry as a whole. 

Ryan Seymour
Smithsonian Institution 

Ioana Cazacu
Mojiworks 

Kieran Goodson
Rebellion 

James Hardy
Jagex 

George Rankin
Supermassive Games 

Scott Howell
Firesprite 

Kalliopi Tsavari
nDreams 

Oli Parker
Intouch Games 


Congratulations to all of our finalists, and we look forward to revealing the winners from September 15th!

Article By Andy Driver

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