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Honorary Fellows

The University awards Honorary Fellowships and Honorary Doctorates to distinguished individuals who have a connection with USW, South Wales, or have made an outstanding contribution to society in their chosen field.

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La Chun Lindsay writes in a large book next to a ceremonial mace on a red desk while wearing a doctorate's cap and gown in front of a blue backdrop.

Recipients include Grammy award-winning songwriter Amy Wadge, international rugby referee Nigel Owens and fashion designer Jeff Banks, to name just a few.

Honorary fellow Sabrina Cohen smiles at the camera as they write in a large book on a red desk while wearing a PhD cap and gown
Honorary Awards 2023
Keshav Singhal looks at the camera ands signs a book on a red desk while wearing a doctorate's cap and gown in front of a blue backdrop
Honorary Awards 2022
Jayne Ludlow smiles at the camera while wearing a doctorate's cap and gown in front of a blue backdrop
Honorary Awards 2019
Beti George signs a book on a red desk while wearing an honorary graduate's cap and gown in front of a blue backdrop
Honorary Awards 2018
Nigel Owens writes in a large book next to a ceremonial mace on a red desk while wearing a doctorate's cap and gown in front of a blue backdrop.
Honorary Awards 2017
Jeff Banks sat smiling in a cap and gown
Honorary Awards 2016
Raj Aggarwal smiling at the camera while wearing a doctorate's gown and cap and writing in a book on a red desk in front of a blue backdrop
Honorary Awards 2015
Warren Gatland smiles at the camera with a book on a red desk while wearing a PhD cap and gown in front of a blue backdrop
Honorary Awards 2014
Sam Warburton smiles at the camera and holds their degree outside while wearing a doctorate cap and gown
Honorary Awards 2013

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