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Honorary graduates 2023

Last year, the University honoured some of its alumni, notable individuals from the South West area and key figures who have made a significant contribution within their field and to society, nationally and internationally. Read our news story Ukraine ambassador and acclaimed novelist Bernardine Evaristo to be honoured by the University of Exeter.

Honorary graduates

» Professor Sir Steve Smith

UK Government International Education Champion, was honoured in recognition of his outstanding contribution to education and international studies.

» Dame Melinda Simmons DCMG

The British Ambassador to Ukraine, was honoured in recognition of her outstanding contribution in the field of international relations, public/foreign policy, and security.  

» Bernardine Evaristo OBE, FRSL, FRSA

2019 Booker Prize winning author, was honoured in recognition of her outstanding achievements in the field of literature.

» Reverend Prebendary Professor Georgina Radford

Former Deputy Chief Medical Officer for England, was honoured for her contribution to the field of medicine.

» Dr Nicholas Tregenza

Conservationist, was honoured in recognition of his outstanding achievements in the field of ecology and conservation.

» Watch the ceremonies

Watch a webcast of our 2023 Winter Graduation Ceremonies.