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16 S P R I N G 2 0 2 6 I C A S Q U A R T E R L Y The Cinema Audio Society is proud to honor these five finalists and to foster and participate in their journey. The finalists are invited to attend the 62nd CAS Awards in Los Angeles at the Beverly Hilton on March 7, 2026, when the recipient of the CAS Student Recognition Award will be revealed. The Student Recognition Award honoree receives a check for $5,000 and a gift bag from industry-leading companies. "Each year, the Student Recognition Award reminds us why the future of sound is in such capable hands," said CAS President Peter Kurland. "This year's finalists exemplify the passion, technical skill, and curiosity that drive our craft forward. The Cinema Audio Society is honored to celebrate these rising talents who are demonstrating great potential for a career in sound mixing. Our gratitude goes to Committee Chair Sherry Klein CAS and the dedicated panel of judges who continue to champion and mentor the next generation." The CAS Student Recognition Award finalists are: JOSEPH CREWS Belmont University AIDAN JONES Savannah College of Art and Design LINNAN LIU University of Southern California EVAN NOWACK Chapman University MINGXI XU National Film and Television School THE 2025 CAS STUDENT RECOGNITION AWARD FINALISTS