Exciting News from KU Digital Media!
We’re proud to announce that two of our student teams have earned recognition in this year's C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition! Out of 1,500 of entries nationwide and over 3,500 students entering the contest, our talented students placed 29th and 36th, continuing KU’s tradition of excellence in filmmaking!
29th Place – "The Education Gap"
Created by sophomores Kenzi Freid and Zoe Bitzer, this powerful documentary explores disparities in education funding and opportunities, highlighting the challenges students face across the country.
36th Place – "Run Free"
Created by sophomore Elsie Baumann, this is her second consecutive year in the top 40—last year, she placed 3rd overall! Her film showcases the removal of the Klamath River dams and the positive effects on fish runs.
This marks the fourth straight year KU Digital Media students have been recognized in this prestigious competition, reinforcing the impact of our program and the opportunities made possible by ODE funding.
Special Event Coming Soon
To honor these achievements, Comcast and Spectrum dignitaries from Los Angeles will be visiting KU to present a special award to our winning students! We’ll be hosting an onsite celebration in April and May.
An Award Presentation – Honoring our StudentCam winners and their incredible work.
A Tour of KU’s Facilities – Showcasing the programs and technology made possible by ODE funding over the last four years, highlighting how these investments have transformed student learning.
This is a huge moment for our students and a testament to the power of education and storytelling. Stay tuned for more details—we’d love for you to be part of this special celebration!
Watch the winning documentaries here:
The Education Gap – Kenzi Freid & Zoe Bitzer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D30mC2wRkro
Run Free – Elsie Baumann
Congratulations to our talented students!