PRESS RELEASE

06 October 2017

NewVIc's Annual Awards recognising outstanding achievement

NewVic, London's largest sixth form college awarded students for their academic and personal achievements. Award winners, proud parents and teachers as well NewVIc governors came together to make this prestigious annual event very special.

In total 42 students were presented with Prize Giving Awards by corporate sponsors. These industry and university partners include Birkbeck University of London, Brunel University London, CAE Technology , Caterlink, CPB Projects, Enterprise Support Services, London Metropolitan University, London South Bank University, Shepheard Epstein Hunter, the Office Providers, UAL, UEL and Woodland Corporate interior.

Julian Ojogwu 19, from Canning Town, was presented a CAE Technology Award for his achievements in Live Performance. His hard work earned him an inspiring distinction at diploma level for his visual project ‘The island of East London' and is now a burgeoning singer - songwriter, he has performed at venues including Becton Globe and Stratford Circus.

Other students include Asim Zubair Bawa, 18, East Ham, who was presented a CPB Projects award for his Fine Art and Graphics course, his personal progress and his unique portfolio using techniques and materials independently. Jovita Sabaityte, 19, Barking, who is a carer for her family was presented the Enterprise Support Services UK Limited, for her determination and hard work to achieve an A in Childcare, her role as a student councillor, her success on her college placement and offer of paid work.

Principal awards

This year has seen NewVIc students achieve their best results with the vast majority progressing to the degree courses and universities of their choice.Former student Mughees Hassan, 18, East Ham, received the NewVIc Principal's Awards for the highest grades, he is currently studying Natural Sciences at Cambridge University.

Principal Eddie Playfair said ‘' We thank our teachers, sponsors and partners, because without them it would not be possible to create so many awards, being part of these annual awards makes me feel extremely proud. These students will now build on their NewVIc successes as they continue to work towards their career ambitions''

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NewVIc (Newham Sixth Form College) is a place to learn, thrive and achieve for students aged 16-18. It combines high quality facilities with excellent teaching, tailored support and a strong sense of community. An investment of £10million in a new building which opens in 2017 provides a new university-style learning resource centre and lecture theatre.

Established in 1992, the College celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2017. It has 2,500 students and is based in Plaistow, Newham.