State News sets the "pace" and makes the J-School proud

The State News won a 2006 Pacemaker! That’s the college equivalent of a Pulitzer Prize for excellence. The State News was one of just 20 papers nationwide to win this prestigious award from the Associated Collegiate Press.

Congratulations to current editor Nick Mrozowksi and former editor Amy Bartner. Adviser Perry Parks also deserves credit along with the staff.

And in the individual categories, the staff racked up an impressive record of wins:

Story of the Year Awards:

News story — 2nd place, Josh Jarman

Editorial — Honorable mention, Vanessa Notman and Rebecca McNulty

Online package — 1st place, Jeana-Dee Alllen

Cartooning Awards:Editorial cartoon — 3rd place, Mike Ramsey

Photo Excellence Awards: News picture — 2nd place, Mike Itchue
Feature picture — 1st place, Travis Haughton
Sports picture — Honorable mention, Mike Itchue
Picture story — 2nd place, Dave Weatherwax

Though The State News is an independent corporation and is separate and distinct from the J-School, many on the staff are majors. We are very proud of them.