UNIVERSITY OF EXETER HONORARY DEGREES – 2011 Nominations
The Nomination Process
Decisions on award of honorary degrees are made by a Joint Committee of Senate & Council Chaired
by the Vice-Chancellor. Decisions of the Committee are not subject to appeal. Nominators must on
no account discuss the possible award of an honorary degree with the Candidate prior to an
official announcement since this could raise expectations prior to the Committee’s decision
making process. If it is discovered that the Candidate has been approached, the Committee reserves
the right to refuse the nomination. If Nominators wish to gather information on the Candidate they
should use publicly available sources e.g. Who’s Who, Wikipedia etc.
Nominations may only be made by University staff, alumni, officers, and Emeritus Professors. Each
nomination must be endorsed by at least 2 additional nominators preferably including the relevant
Head of School. The deadline for submissions is 1 October 2010.
Criteria for the Award of an Honorary Degree
All nominations must be for candidates who have demonstrated outstanding merit and personal
distinction.
The Committee will be particularly interested in candidates who fulfil one or more of the following
additional criteria:
1. Deserve thanks for significant service to the University or the region
2. Have overcome significant obstacles to achieve their success
3. Have a link to the University’s interests particularly in: cultural and performing arts, Law, Business
(Leadership), environment, science, Education, Sport/ exploration, international markets, and the
SW region.
4. Reflect the diversity and gender balance of the University community
5. Have the capacity and willingness to build a continuing relationship with the University
Honorary degrees may only be awarded to candidates without reference to the 5 additional criteria if a
very significant PR benefit can be identified.
Honorary degrees are only awarded in exceptional circumstances to serving members of University
Council or people holding party political office in the UK or overseas. Retired University staff are
eligible to be considered provided they meet the standard conditions.
Name:
Title:
Nominated by:
Supported by:
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I confirm this nomination has not been discussed with the Candidate
Your email:
Short CV:
Hon Degrees
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