The University is delighted to welcome eight incredible individuals into the UWS family who were recognised as part of our summer graduations.
Jean Johansson, Laura Montgomery & Carol Anne Stewart, Fiona Campbell MBE, Paul Andrew, Manira Ahmad, Brian Cannon and Evelyn McDonald were given Honorary Doctorates as part of the University’s graduation ceremonies in July at Paisley Abbey.
Their leadership, innovation and service have made a lasting impact across a diverse range of fields and each of them have forged strong connections with our University’s communities. They each exemplify the values, ambition and civic commitment that lie at the heart of UWS.
- Evelyn McDonald, CEO of business funding enterprise, Scottish Edge. Tuesday 7 July 2pm.
- Brian Cannon, owner of graphic design company, Microdot, and creator of Oasis’ debut album cover for Definitely Maybe. Wednesday 8 July 10.30am
- Manira Ahmad, Chief Officer of Public Health Scotland. Wednesday 8 July 2pm.
- Paul Andrew, Vice-Principal of Public Affairs and Communication at Harvard University. Thursday 9 July 10.30am.
- Fiona Campbell MBE, CEO of the Association of Scotland’s Self-Caterers. Thursday 9 July 2pm.
- For the University’s first-ever dual Honorary Doctorate, Laura Montgomery and Carol Anne Stewart, co-founders of Glasgow City Football Club. Friday 10 July 10.30am.
- Jean Johansson, broadcaster and television presenter. Friday 10 July 2pm.