UI7 Newsroom: Recognized. Awarded. Celebrated.
Explore our latest wins — including NATAS Crystal Pillars, SINBA Awards, and the prestigious NAHJ Ñ Awards.
CRYSTAL PILLARS College Student Awards
Celebrating Excellence in
Student Broadcast Journalism
presented by NATAS Mid-America
UI7 Newsroom Presents A.I. Uncovered
Best Non-Fiction Long-Form
Original Airdate: December 11, 2024
A.I. Uncovered takes a closer look at how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way we live, work, and connect. From classrooms to careers, this UI7 Newsroom Special Report explores the impact of A.I. today—and what it means for our future.
Producer: Piper Pascarella
Power Play - Illinois Hockey Pregame Show
Best Sports Program
Original Airdate: November 9, 2024
Get ready for puck drop with Power Play, your go-to pregame show for Illinois Hockey. From exclusive player interviews to game previews and behind-the-scenes access, we bring you everything you need to know before the Illini hit the ice.
Producer: John Shay
Hosts: Andrew Burkey, Mazie Gierat
Peter Hanson
Succeeding in a New World
Best Non-Fiction Longform
Original Airdate: December 12, 2022
"Succeeding in a New World" presents some of the challenges that international students face while living abroad. From the language barrier and academic pressure to the difficulty of making new friends from other countries. The special presentation also shows how they overcome cultural differences to have a great experience in the United States.
Producer: Manu Ferreira
Illini Sports Night special presentation of B1G+ Pregame Show
Best College Sports Program
Original Airdate: February 19, 2023
This special edition of Illini Sports Night delivers in-depth pregame coverage for Illinois Women’s Basketball, marking a milestone as the first show from the series to air on the B1G+ network. The broadcast features game-day analysis, player spotlights, and expert commentary.
Executive Producer Emmie Larson
Producer Adrian Carrasco
SINBA Awards
Presented by INBA
UI7 Newsroom Presents Decision 2024
Outstanding Hard Television Program
Join UI7 Newsroom for Decision 2024, your trusted source for live coverage of the 2024 General Election. From national headlines to local races you need to know about, we bring you real-time results, expert analysis, on-the-ground reporting, and key updates as voters shape the future of the nation. Stay informed with comprehensive, up-to-the-minute reporting only on UI7.
Original airdate: November 5, 2025
Producers: Piper Pascarella, Maggie Knutte,
Hannah Lonergan
Illini Sports Night - First Place
Outstanding Sports Television Program
Original Airdate October 14, 2024
Join Illini Sports Night as we celebrate a century of history, tradition, and unforgettable moments at Memorial Stadium. From iconic games to legendary players, we’re honoring 100 years of Illini pride in the heart of Champaign.
Executive Producer Emily Richie
Producer John Shay
Good Morning Illini - 2nd Place
Outstanding Soft Television Program
Original Airdate March 7, 2025
On this episode of Good Morning Illini, we’re bringing you the latest campus news plus everything you need to know to stay safe during Unofficial. From student tips to safety reminders, we’ve got you covered for one of the biggest weekends on campus.
Executive Producer Hannah Lonergan
Producer Mallory Miller
Director Caroline Tadla
Ñ Awards
Presentend by NAHJ - National Association of Hispanic Journalists
