Celebrations as law students scoop Northampton Law Society awards

Two students from the University of Northampton have scooped the coveted award for Best Undergraduate Dissertation at the Northampton Law Society awards 2021.

At the virtual awards ceremony, final year Law students Sherelle Atouba and Daniel Siggins, who received top marks in their dissertations, we’re announced as the winners of the Best Undergraduate Dissertation Award.

Student, Sherelle Atouba, said: “I had an unconventional journey to university. From the ages of 12 to 17 I had been to a number of schools, of which I had either been suspended or expelled. I did a lot of self-reflection and worked hard to get into university.

“I was pleasantly surprised to be nominated for Best Undergraduate Dissertation and honoured to be a recipient of the Outstanding Academic Achievement Award. To be acknowledged for the work I put into my dissertation is rewarding in many ways, considering my background, and I am extremely grateful.”

Speaking about the students and their dissertations, Carolyn Coles from the Northampton Law Society, said: “There has always been a link with UON, however Council believed there should be a more pro- active relationship with regards to providing support and advice to the upcoming Legal talent.

“With that in mind some years ago, it was decided that we would acknowledge the students by sponsoring “The outstanding academic achievement award.

“We understood why Kirstie Best, and her colleagues felt that Sherelle and Daniel were very worthy winners when we were informed of the quality and subject matter of their individual dissertations.

“Council would like to wish Daniel and Sherelle all the very best for their future careers, and we look forward to working alongside the University and the Law Faculty.”

Student Daniel Siggins commented: “I was absolutely delighted to have received the Best Dissertation award from the Law Society. I have thoroughly enjoyed my course at the University of Northampton, it is exciting looking to the future and all the opportunities my time at Northampton studying law has given me.

“Special thanks to my dissertation supervisor Sarah Willis and all my lecturers on my degree course for their continued support and outstanding guidance. I leave the University of Northampton with a degree and this award, but also fond memories, great friends and the chance of a fantastic future.”