The Highlands and Islands Students’ Association (HISA) Awards are an annual event which recognises the efforts of exceptional students and staff from across the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI). This year’s awards saw another fantastic collaboration between HISA and UHI.
25th June 2025
The Highlands and Islands Students’ Association (HISA) Awards are an annual event which recognises the efforts of exceptional students and staff from across the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI). This year’s awards saw another fantastic collaboration between HISA and UHI.
The student-led awards celebrate staff and students who have gone above and beyond in their roles, providing inspiration and support to the UHI community. This initiative allows students to express their gratitude to those who have significantly impacted their educational journey.
A total of 616 nominations were received within nine categories, recognising individuals for their excellence in learning, feedback, support, and inspirational roles. The winners are:
Most Inspiring Lecturer
Above and Beyond - Staff Award
Most Engaging Online Delivery
Best Assessment Feedback
Best Personal Academic Tutor or Learning Support
Best Professional Services or Support Staff
Best Research or Dissertation Supervisor
Best Student Club or Society
Most Inspiring Student - The Students' Choice
William Campbell, HISA Cross Campus President expressed his gratitude for the efforts of those nominated:
“The HISA Awards are a powerful celebration of the incredible dedication and talent of our staff and students. Their commitment to enriching the student experience and building inclusive, thriving communities across UHI is truly inspiring. At a time of uncertainty in the further and higher education sectors, the unwavering efforts of our staff mean more than ever to our students. These awards, year after year, shine a spotlight on what makes UHI such a special and fulfilling place to study. I can’t wait to see the continued passion, innovation and excellence of our UHI community recognised through the HISA Awards for many years to come. Congratulations to everyone who was nominated, highly commended, and won a HISA award this year!”
Professor Keith Smyth, Dean of Learning, Teaching and Students, added:
“In my own first year of liaising with our wonderful colleagues in HISA in relation to the awards, I have been moved and inspired by our students’ nominations for staff and their peers across the UHI partnership, and by the experiences and stories of engagement and support behind every one of the nominations. The nominations are testament to and celebratory of all that is unique about our UHI community, including the care and commitment of our staff towards our students and of our caring and inclusive student communities.”
All UHI students across the partnership automatically become members of HISA, ensuring their voices are heard and celebrated. Find out more on the HISA website.