Honorary Doctor of Arts: Nick Rhodes
University of Bedfordshire alumni e-zine| 19th Nov 2011
University of Bedfordshire alumni e-zine| 19th Nov 2011
<<Nick received the award on 18th November 2011.>>
More than 1,400 people proudly graduated in ceremonies held at the University of Bedfordshire, Luton campus between 16 and 18 November.
The newest cohort of graduates were from the Faculty of Creative Arts, Technologies and Science, The Business School, and the Health and Social Sciences Faculty.
The University's Vice Chancellor, Professor Les Ebdon CBE DL, said: "Our students have worked extremely hard to achieve their goals and I congratulate each and every one of them for remaining focused and dedicated throughout."
Star names from the worlds of music and cinema joined graduates. Duran Duran keyboard player Nick Rhodes, music producer Peter Asher and film producer Katy Haber were among those honoured during graduation week at St Mary's Church. Each received an Honorary Doctor of Arts.
Nick Rhodes was recognised for his contribution to the music industry as a songwriter, performer and producer. Katy Haber, who starred in films such as The Getaway and Cross of Iron and co-produced sci-fi classic Blade Runner, was honoured for her outstanding career in the film industry.
Producer Peter Asher was recognised for his distinguished career in the music industry, working with global stars Cher and Neil Diamond. Also honoured was Dr Yasmin Jetha, Professor Dame Carol Black and Colonel Colin Mason CBE.
The newest cohort of graduates were from the Faculty of Creative Arts, Technologies and Science, The Business School, and the Health and Social Sciences Faculty.
The University's Vice Chancellor, Professor Les Ebdon CBE DL, said: "Our students have worked extremely hard to achieve their goals and I congratulate each and every one of them for remaining focused and dedicated throughout."
Star names from the worlds of music and cinema joined graduates. Duran Duran keyboard player Nick Rhodes, music producer Peter Asher and film producer Katy Haber were among those honoured during graduation week at St Mary's Church. Each received an Honorary Doctor of Arts.
Nick Rhodes was recognised for his contribution to the music industry as a songwriter, performer and producer. Katy Haber, who starred in films such as The Getaway and Cross of Iron and co-produced sci-fi classic Blade Runner, was honoured for her outstanding career in the film industry.
Producer Peter Asher was recognised for his distinguished career in the music industry, working with global stars Cher and Neil Diamond. Also honoured was Dr Yasmin Jetha, Professor Dame Carol Black and Colonel Colin Mason CBE.