Eight prominent figures will be celebrated at University of the West of Scotland’s (UWS) summer graduations. 

Jean Johansson, Laura Montgomery & Carol Anne Stewart, Fiona Campbell MBE, Paul Andrew, Manira Ahmad, Brian Cannon and Evelyn McDonald will be given Honorary Doctorates as part of the University’s graduation ceremonies, running from Tuesday 7 – Friday 10 July. 

  • 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.

Professor James Miller, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of UWS, said: “Graduation represents one of the most significant and rewarding moments in the University calendar. It is a time to celebrate the dedication, resilience and achievements of our students, and to recognise the invaluable support of their families, friends and the wider UWS community who have accompanied them throughout their academic journey.

This year, alongside our graduating students, we are proud to honour eight exceptional individuals whose leadership, innovation and service have made a lasting impact across a diverse range of fields. Each has forged strong connections with our University’s communities, exemplifying the values, ambition and civic commitment that lie at the heart of UWS.

Professor James Miller, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of UWS

“This year, alongside our graduating students, we are proud to honour eight exceptional individuals whose leadership, innovation and service have made a lasting impact across a diverse range of fields. Each has forged strong connections with our University’s communities, exemplifying the values, ambition and civic commitment that lie at the heart of UWS. We are delighted to welcome them into the UWS family and look forward to celebrating their remarkable contributions at our summer graduation ceremonies next week.”