Students with The School of Theatre, Film & Television at the University of Arizona ran the table at the 2025 National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Student Production Awards over the weekend.
The students won in every category in which they were nominated, including:
Best Writer Nostalgiathon 99
Cailan Compierchio, Sophia Harrigan
Best Director Parallel Lines
Neylani Castro
Best Editor Universe Academy
Daniel Cadena, Andy Mourelatos
Best Audio/Sound The World We Live In
Xander Maniece, Brady McDowell
Best Photographer The Grit of It All
Alek Mendez
Best Fiction Short Form Play Pretend
Jordan Fouts
This is a clear reflection of the bold storytelling, technical skill, and collaborative spirit our students bring to every project, TFTV Director Dr. Frances Gateward said