LECTURERS and staff at the University of Bolton were honoured at a special awards ceremony – organised and judged by students.

The Student Led Teaching Awards trophies were handed out to those who had inspired and supported the students academically and personally during their time at the university.

The awards, organised by the Students’ Union (SU) in conjunction with the university, are in their second year.

Stacey Johnson, president of the SU, said: “Everything these staff members and students do – through teaching, providing support, representing their fellow students or building a community through a society, it is all truly recognised and appreciated, and that is why each year we host these awards - to showcase and celebrate the great things you do here at the University of Bolton.”

The event took place on Thursday May 10 in the Social Learning Zone, with around 80 students, student union staff and university staff attending.

Awards were presented to 14 winners at the ceremony, along with three President’s Awards presented by Stacey to recognise staff members who have supported the SU throughout the year.

The event celebrates those nominated and the overall winners from the 2017/18 Student Led Teaching Awards and the University of Bolton TIRI (Teaching Intensive, Research Informed) Teaching Award Scheme.

Bill Webster, Assistant Vice Chancellor of the university, said: “These awards are important because those shortlisted and the winners are nominated by students, the people who are most qualified to judge the positive impact our teaching staff have on them.

“It is vital to us that the student experience is as satisfying as possible and this has been recognised, as we are number one in Greater Manchester for student satisfaction. These awards demonstrate the excellent relationship between students and teaching staff at the University of Bolton.”

To see a full list of SLTA winners visit boltonsu.com/slta