STCC wins gold award for high-performing social media post
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Springfield Technical Community College earned a gold Medallion Award from the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) District 1 for a social media post celebrating an exceptional student achievement.
The award was presented during NCMPR District 1’s annual conference, held Oct. 14-16 in Buffalo, N.Y.
Kaia Sage, left, digital and social media manager, and Jim Danko, assistant director of communications, hold a Gold Medallion STCC took home from a conference in Buffalo, N.Y.
STCC received the gold award for a Facebook post highlighting 18-year-old student Elijah Frederick, an Early College student who earned an associate degree from STCC while simultaneously completing his high school diploma at Veritas Prep Charter School. The post attracted more than 36,000 views on Facebook, demonstrating the reach and impact of storytelling that showcases student success.
The Medallion Awards recognize outstanding achievement in design and communications at community and technical colleges throughout District 1, which comprises the Northeast, Eastern Canada, and the United Kingdom.
The award-winning work was produced by STCC’s Marketing & Communications team: Eli Freund, director of marketing and communications; Jim Danko, assistant director of communications; and Kaia Sage, digital and social media manager.
This award reflects how effectively Marketing & Communications brings the college’s mission to life and highlights our shared commitment to putting students at the center of everything we do.Traci Wolfe, Assistant Vice President of Advancement
In addition to the college’s recognition, Sage presented a session at the conference titled, “Who Gets to Be the Hero? Building Belonging Through Intentional Visual Storytelling.” The presentation explored how intentional visual choices can shape perceptions of students and help colleges communicate a stronger sense of belonging.
“Our community does so many incredible things, and it’s a privilege to share the stories that showcase its impact. This award reflects how effectively Marketing & Communications brings the college’s mission to life and highlights our shared commitment to putting students at the center of everything we do,” said Traci Wolfe, Assistant Vice President of Advancement.
“It’s always an honor to be recognized by our peers,” said Eli Freund, Director of Marketing & Communications. “This team works hard every day to tell the STCC story, and we will continue to push out the great work happening by our students, faculty, staff, and alumni.”
Over the last three years, STCC’s Marketing and Communications team has won 10 awards from NCMPR’s District 1.
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About Springfield Technical Community College
STCC, the Commonwealth’s only technical community college, continues the pioneering legacy of the Springfield Armory with comprehensive and technical education in manufacturing, STEM, healthcare, business, social services, and the liberal arts. STCC’s highly regarded workforce, certificate, degree, and transfer programs are the most affordable in Springfield and provide opportunity for the vitality of Western Massachusetts. Founded in 1967, the College—a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution—seeks to close achievement gaps among students who traditionally face societal barriers. STCC supports students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed, and socially responsible graduates.