UM communication students win first prize in China Data Journalism Competition

MACAU, November 10 - A team of undergraduate students from the Department of Communication in the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Macau (UM), won first prize at the national finals of the 11th China Data Journalism Competition. The competition attracted 495 entries from across the country. This achievement reflects UM students’ solid capabilities in data journalism, their commitment to addressing public issues, and their interdisciplinary research skills.

The team comprised Sun Yuya, Qin Jinghui, and Du Xuanyi, who are all undergraduate students in the Department of Communication. They participated under the supervision of Liu Mingxuan, assistant professor in the department. Their project, titled ‘The Time Gap Between Climbing and Paving the Way: How Can Inclusive Education in Macao Move Forward More Steadily?’, first won third prize in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao-Taiwan regional competition before advancing to the national finals. The team presented their project at the national finals and impressed the judging panel with their clear narrative, rigorous data analysis, and strong social relevance, ultimately securing first prize.

The award-winning project examines the development of inclusive education in Macao. Through data analysis, policy reviews and field interviews, the team explored the progress and challenges of inclusive education in areas such as policy support, resource allocation, and implementation. By combining quantitative evidence with real-life cases, the project provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of inclusive education in Macao through data journalism and contributes to an informed public discussion on the topic.

The students noted that the competition provided a valuable opportunity to apply their knowledge in practice and that the award is a recognition of their quality work. From data collection and analysis to content production and presentation, the experience deepened their understanding of data journalism and the social responsibility of journalists in reporting on public issues.

The Department of Communication in the Faculty of Social Sciences at UM has long been committed to enhancing students’ data literacy, journalistic skills, and sense of social responsibility. The department encourages students to engage with social development issues and use data analysis and digital media tools to tell the stories of China and Macao. This award not only highlights the professional competence of UM’s communication students, but also reflects the faculty’s achievements in innovative teaching and practice-oriented education.

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