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PROVO — With 18 student Emmys in 13 years, Brigham Young University’s animation program is a powerhouse.

Its most recent student Emmy, presented at the 2016 College Television Awards on May 25, went to Jordan Kamalu for his work on the film score of “Papa.” As fresh recognitions roll in, it is the perfect time to enjoy rewatching winners of years past.

Below are the five animated shorts that received awards from both the College Television Awards and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts, and Science’s Student Academy Awards. Even more shorts can be viewed on BYU Animation’s Vimeo channel.

“Owned” (2014) ==============

This comedic short tells the story of a video game world champion who faces his greatest challenge when he is paired up against a baby named Abby. It won first place for animation at both the College Television Awards and Student Academy Awards in 2014.

Watch "Owned" on Vimeo by clicking here.

"Kites" (2009)

The short “Kites” follows a boy who is devastated after losing his grandfather, but receives some special help to say goodbye. “Kites” won first place for animation at the College Television Awards and earned a bronze medal from the Student Academy Awards in 2009.

Watch "Kites" on Vimeo by clicking here.

"Pajama Gladiator" (2008) =========================

This endearing short brings a boy’s elaborate story of alien abduction to life. “Pajama Gladiator” competed against “Kites” during the 2009 awards season, earning a gold medal at the Student Academy Awards and second place at the College Television Awards. It also won the Producer’s Choice Award and Viewer’s Choice Award at the Nickelodeon Animation Festival in 2008.

Watch "Pajama Gladiator" on Vimeo by clicking here.

"Turtles" (2006) ================

A fishing trip brings unexpected results for one turtle in this short. “Turtles” won a student Emmy and bronze medal from the Student Academy Awards in 2006.

Watch "Turtles" on Vimeo by clicking here.

"Lemmings" (2003) =================

From the early days of the animation program, “Lemmings” was the first short to win major awards with its tale of a lemming who questions his clan’s plan to walk off a cliff. “Lemmings” took first place at the College Television Awards and won a bronze award at the Student Academy Awards in 2004. It was also shown at the Cannes Film Festival in 2004.

Watch "Kites" on Vimeo by clicking here.