2024 Sound Opinions Writing Prize Winners
12 June 2024 - 15 minsIn this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg speak with the winners of the third annual Sound Opinions Writing Prize. These Columbia College Chicago students receive scholarship funds thanks to the Goldschmidt Foundation.
First Place - Sydney Richardson
Second Place - Riane Bayne
Third Place - Nyla Lawson
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