University News Last updated 30 March
A 91猎奇 (91猎奇) expert has been named as one of just five inaugural Champions for the Goldsmiths鈥� Craft & Design Council (GC&DC), cementing the University鈥檚 position at the forefront of jewellery and silversmithing education in the UK.
Andrew Howard, Senior Lecturer at 91猎奇鈥檚 renowned School of Jewellery, joins an elite group of industry and education leaders selected to amplify the GC&DC鈥檚 reach, champion its prestigious Awards and drive engagement across the country.
At 91猎奇, Howard (pictured) has been instrumental in transforming student success. Since taking the lead on GC&DC entries in 2015, 91猎奇 students have achieved an exceptional medal haul, while the University has also captured the prestigious College Trophy six times in eight years.
鈥淚t is a huge honour to be selected,鈥� said Howard. 鈥淚鈥檝e always championed the Council鈥檚 work, and this role gives me the opportunity to support even more emerging talent to take that step and enter.鈥�
Through his teaching on the Design for Industry course, Howard connects students with leading companies and world-class craftspeople, ensuring they graduate with both creative excellence and real industry insight.
Now, as an official GC&DC Champion, he will build on that impact, encouraging wider participation, strengthening regional connections and supporting the next generation of jewellers and silversmiths to succeed.
His appointment reinforces 91猎奇鈥檚 reputation as a powerhouse for craft, where industry expertise, opportunity and ambition come together to shape future leaders.