Gowning up for graduation
Friday 18 November 2011
Almost 2,500 students will graduate from Southampton Solent University this month during the University’s annual graduation ceremonies at Southampton Guildhall.
Students will be graduating with degrees and professional qualifications during 10 ceremonies from 21-25 November, in subjects ranging from journalism to sport science and business management to illustration.
Southampton Solent University Chancellor, Admiral The Right Honourable Lord West of Spithead, and the Chair of the Board of Governors, Grahame Sewell, will preside over the graduation ceremonies, which will also be made available to friends and relatives all over the world on a live webcast|.
Professor Van Gore, Vice Chancellor of Southampton Solent University, says:
“The Graduation ceremonies are the highlight of the University’s year, when we celebrate the achievements of our students and our staff. The academic knowledge and 'real world' skills gained at Solent University are crucial to the individual and the British economy. Warmest congratulations to everyone who will be graduating this year.”
The University will also be presenting honorary degrees to academics and professionals who have made an outstanding contribution in their field of expertise, including:
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Chief Executive of the Mary Rose Trust, Rear Admiral John Lippiett CB MBE (Doctor of Maritime Studies)
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Internationally renowned make-up artist and Creative Director of cutting edge cosmetic range, Illamasqua, Alex Box (Doctor of Design)
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Brad Roynan, former Chief Executive of Southampton City Council (Doctor of Business)
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Managing Director of P&O Cruises, Carol Marlow (Doctor of Business)
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Former principal of Totton College, Mark Bramwell (Doctor of Education)
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Internationally renowned musician, composer and conductor, Mike Moran (Doctor of Music)
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Southampton Solent graduate Stephen Bolton, Group Controller of Diageo and former Finance Director of Unilever (Doctor of Business)
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Richard Demarco CBE OBE, internationally renowned artist and promoter of the visual arts and performing arts (Doctor of Arts)
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Managing Director of Newsquest Hampshire, Stewart Dunn (Doctor of Media).
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