We are delighted to announce the shortlist for this year’s SUBU Awards.
Hosted by the Students’ Union at Bournemouth University (SUBU), the student-focused awards will recognise and thank those students who have had the biggest impact within the Students’ Union and made an outstanding contribution to enhance the student experience at Bournemouth University (BU).
The awards received nominations from university staff, students and external partners. There are fifteen awards up for grabs, with finalists commended for their contributions to the Students’ Union and the significant difference they have each made to university life.
Jeffery Ononiwu, Vice-President Student Opportunities at SUBU said, “It’s been great to see so many students get involved with SUBU this year. We couldn’t be prouder of everyone who has made positive change at SUBU and BU, especially those who have received a nomination for SUBU Award.
With over 250 nominations submitted, it was very hard to decide on the shortlist, as every one of those students rightfully deserves recognition.
We want to wish everyone who has been shortlisted the best of luck. We can’t wait for the SUBU Awards ceremony next month!”
The winners will be unveiled during a ceremony on Thursday, 8th May 2025 at Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel.
Tickets are now available to those who have been shortlisted. General sale starts on Thursday, 27th April. To reserve your space, visit subu.org.uk/awards.
SUBU Awards 2025 Shortlist
Best Nerve Outlet
- Nerve Radio
- Nerve TV
- Nerve Photography
Outstanding Contribution to Nerve Media
- Jacob Dyer, Nerve Radio
- Cody Osei, Nerve TV
- Andrew Carter, Nerve Radio
5* Club or Society of the Year
This award will be determined by the SUBU Club & Society 5* Grading system, which has allocated points for participation in a range of activity.
The recipient will be determined by the Society with the highest number of points by Thursday, 24th April You can view the current leaderboard here.
Best New Club or Society
- BU Girls Running
- Magic the Gathering Society
- Darts Society
Club or Society of the Year
- Climbing Club
- Psychology Society
- Benchball Society
Clubs & Societies Committee Member of the Year
- Jasmine Westerby, Bournemouth University Dance Society
- Owen Young, Benchball Society
- Siraj Degnah, Saudi Society
Student Volunteer of the Year
- Libby Moxey, Shout Text Line
- Li McKenzie, Scouts Association
- Kyla Richer, Community Garden
Business School Student Rep of the Year
- Chigozie Hillary Ofoche
- Harini Nirmala Selvaraj
- Jenson Connolly
Health and Social Science Student Rep of the Year
- Freya Snook
- Dorina Bitca
- Jessebelle Land
Media and Communications Student Rep of the Year
- Izak Barry
- Fletcher Harries
- Alexie Wolfe
Science & Technology Student Rep of the Year
- Emily Whitehead
- Jack Everton
- Kata Forray
Part-Time Officer of the Year
- Rhys Smith, LGBTQ+ Officer
- Mia Evans, Women’s Officer
- Andrew Carter, Disabilities, Accessibility and Neuro-Diverse Officer
Outstanding Contribution to Equality
- Rhys Smith, LGBTQ+ Officer
- Mia Evans, Women’s Officer
- Andrew Carter, Disabilities, Accessibility and Neuro-Diverse Officer
Student Staff Member of the Year
- Tommy Rigg, Dylan’s Kitchen & Bar
- Emilie Moffett, Dylan’s Kitchen & Bar
- Oliver Smith, Union Shop
SUBU Star of the Year
- Andrew Carter
- Siraj Degnah
- Jacob Dyer