The LRC recently ran a very successful diversity bookmark competition, which invited learners to design a bookmark depicting what diversity meant to them. There were over 70 entries which demonstrated a real engagement with the subject of diversity. Many of the themes focused on understanding difference, such as people’s faith, politics, race, culture or economic status. The message from learners was quite clear: we are all different, let’s learn from each other and celebrate this.
The judging was tough but Sharon Hocking, Elaine Scutt, Nick Guyatt and Sharon Corden managed to pick their winners. Sharon Hocking, Quality and Diversity manager, commented, “I was really impressed with the range of themes explored in the competition. Diversity clearly means many things to many people. It was difficult to choose two winners from such a wealth of material.”
The panel awarded first place and £30 to Elizabeth Samms (Childcare and Education) who depicted a jigsaw of different, diverse pieces coming together as a strong and cohesive whole. Second prize and £15 went to Kerrie Chamberlain (Alternative Curriculum) who designed a simple and striking bookmark on the theme of racial diversity, with the powerful message of “Make things change”.
The panel would also like to offer special commendations to Scarlet Wilson (Childcare and Education), Matt Daly (Alternative Curriculum) and Lisa Rogers (Early Years) for their excellent designs (which won them a box of chocolates each!). Two other entries were praised for capturing the Diversity theme very well and they will be used for posters within the College: Jade Brazier and Emily Kift.
An awards ceremony was held on Monday 16th November in The Gallery Restaurant where all the winners were present. Bill Fearon, Principal, presented the prizes and said, “I’m very impressed with the wide range of styles, colours and shapes with Equality and Diversity as a strong theme.” The catering students also provided a delicious feast of Asian food with curries, kebabs, breads and dips which everyone enjoyed.
Copies of the winning bookmarks are available in all of our LRCs, where all the entries will also be on display.
