Frequently Asked Questions

 

1) Is my site eligible to be considered?

My requirement is that the site contains the following type of contents:

• The site is related to Star Trek or Science-Fiction. This allows a variety of sites to be included and does not limit who can apply,
• Pages dedicated to any of the Star Trek series, including © The Original Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager and Enterprise.
• Pages dedicated to the actors who have appeared in Star Trek,
• Stories or Fan-fic sites based on Star Trek stories, relationships and characters featured within it
• Fanclubs or mailing list sites (either online or via traditional postal methods) dedicated to Star Trek or the characters featured within it.

I will NOT consider sites containing the following:

• Pornographic or sex sites (18 plus or XXX)
• Sites promoting or featuring prejudice, hatred of a person/ country/ religion or culture
• Businesses or professional sites. This is a fan award only!
• Annoying and repeated pop ups, excluding basic pop-ups included in places such as Geocities, Tripod and such sites which offer free hosting.

 

2) What do you consider when assessing the site for the award?

My criteria is as follows and is subject to my own personal opinions. Despite this I encourage applicants to e-mail me to discuss this or ask questions. These awards are not design focussed and my decisions are carefully thought out using my experience on the internet and within the Star Trek community. The following is a general summary of my main criteria:

1. CONTENTS: What and how much is contained in the site? Are these contents original or can they be found elsewhere? Is it varied?

2. FEATURES: Are there useful, unique or interesting features on the site? This could cover something as simple as a link or banner exchange, a webring owner or member, an award page and so on. Features is also linked closely to contents, and could cover interviews, facts, biographies, appearance information, news page, general information, fan clubs (mailing lists or fan clubs), stories, reports and so on. This list is infinite.

3. IS IT UP-TO-DATE?: Is the webpage altered or up-to-date? Is the webmaster easily contacted (e-mail or form)? Are there allot of external broken links? Is the site active or a type of archive (i.e. an old non-updated site which is kept online)? Both are welcome to apply, as I understand how webmasters life's often mean they cannot put in the same amount of time as they may wish to.

4. DESIGN: Is it easy to navigate? Do I get lost? Is it a basic, average or high quality site? Is it simply one page or many pages?

5. RELATED MATERIAL: The site must be related to the subject matter previously mentioned and not contain any of the disallowed material mentioned previously.

6. COMMUNITY: If the site contains a community aspect within it (for example: newsgroups, mailing list, forum and so on), dependent on the level of usage/ membership, this will reflect in my final decision. I feel aspects such as these should be rewarded and encouraged as they take time, creativity and effort to create.

 

3) Do I have to have a link on my site to Laura's Brent Spiner Site Award?

Yes, I would like for all people to have a link on their site to mine. This can be done when I have replied to your application and you have the image saved on your site.

The basic URL address for my site:

http://www.elliottsweb.co.uk/brentspiner/award/

 

4) What happens after I apply? How long does it take to be assessed?

Once the application has been received I aim to reply within 10-30 days.

It should be noted, however, that due to my present education commitments, studying a full time degree, and work my assessment may take longer. I will aim to acknowledge your application with a reply e-mail so you know your are in the assessment stage.

The next communication you will receive will be a short review of your site, the image for your award and the link you need to add with it.

 

5) What is the criteria for each level of the award?

The award is divided up into three main levels:

• Top = Gold
• Middle = Silver

• Lower = Bronze

  There is a level above Gold which is called 'The Excellence Award'. This is not something that a webmaster can apply for, as it is given to the websites which surpass all others in my opinion. If you site is awarded this you will be notified. I reserve the right to promote or consider Gold winners to this level, however anyone below Gold will not be considered.

  The more unique, interesting, easy to navigate the site is the higher the award. With every application I aim to e-mail you a small summary for you to choose to use next to the award image and link on your site. It is entirely your decision if you wish to include my review on your sites, that is NOT a requirement.

   

  6) Can my site move up a level?

  Yes it can and this will require a reassessment by myself. I do ask the following:

  • That you wait 3 months from the date of your original assessment
  • That you resubmit your application form clearly explaining in the description that you wish your site to be reconsidered.

  • If you sites award is not changed, I ask that you keep working on your site and welcome you to apply in a further 3 months.

   

  7) Is my site added to a awards links page? How do I change my sites information?

  Every site is added to my 'Awarded Sites' page. If your details change, simply e-mail me at webmaster@elliottsweb.co.uk and I will alter the details.

   

  8) Can site be removed from the awarded sites page?

  Yes they can!

  This could be due to many reasons, but if a sites status changes (maintainance, content, and so on) I reserve the right to remove the site. If you have any questions or queires regarding this then please e-mail me.

   

  8) How do I apply for the award?

  Simply fill out the form

  Alternatively, if the form does not work for whatever reason, you can e-mail me. I look forward to every application.

   

  9) How do I link to the images?

  I will not allow people to link directly to my server as I do not wish to overload my website, so I request that you save it onto your own website . I will however consider individual requests to link directly to the image on my server if you e-mail me explaining the reasons for your request. The award images (saved as a .jpg to make the file small) are on a separate page, click here to go and have a look.

This page, and all contained within the site, is created by Laura Elliott Copyright © 2003/04/05