Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Bucks Furniture

We have great pleasure in announcing this year's honorary awardees of Bucks New University UK

Former local headteacher receives honorary award 
Former local headteacher, Pam Holtom, who introduced the Parents as First Teachers (PAFT) programme into the UK, has received an honorary master’s from Bucks New University in recognition of her significant involvement in developing and delivering the scheme locally and elsewhere in the country.

University Council member recognised for dedicated service
Rupert Wheeler has received an honorary fellowship from Buckinghamshire New University in recognition of his strong commitment and support to the University Council. Rupert became involved with Bucks New University 20 years ago, first joining the Advisory Committee of the Faculty of Technology and introducing the Merlin Information Systems Prize. Eight years ago, he joined the University Council as an independent member, serving on the Audit, Governance, and Capital Projects Committees, and as a director of CRDM, the manufacturing subsidiary of the University, until its sale last year.

Lord Laming rewarded for a lifetime's achievements
The Lord Laming CBE DL has received an honorary degree from Buckinghamshire New University in recognition of his lifetime dedication and achievements in the field of social services and his patronage to numerous voluntary organisations. In recent years, Lord Laming has been heavily involved with a number of charities both at home and abroad, and has been invited to several countries to advise on social care policy and practice. He has chaired various reviews and independent inquiries, and in 2009 he conducted a government review entitled The Protection of Children in England.

Thames Valley Police Chief Constable receives honorary award
Sara Thornton, Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police, has received an honorary degree from Bucks New University in recognition of her work to develop a strong working relationship between the University and Thames Valley Police, and her commendable career within the police force over the past 25 years.

Edwyn Collins has never received an award like this before
Edwyn Collins, who has enjoyed a career of more than 30 years in the music industry,  received an honorary degree from Buckinghamshire New University in recognition of his strong influences and contribution to the national and international music industry during the last three decades.

Olympic hero Adrian strikes gold at Bucks
Olympic gold medalist, Adrian Moorhouse MBE, has received an honorary degree from Bucks New University in recognition of his strong sporting and business success and links with the University and the region.

Naomi strikes it Rich with honorary award
Paralymic rowing bronze medalist and Bucks graduate, Naomi Riches, has received an honorary master’s from Bucks New University. She received the honorary award in recognition of her inspirational example to Bucks students with her success in the Beijing Paralympic Games and her commitment to training for the 2012 Paralympic Games.

The Smart money is on Tony
Anthony Smart MBE, a dedicated advocate of lifelong learning and the promotion of furniture skills for young people, received an honorary degree for his voluntary commitments to the Bucks Furniture Design Summer Schools, his other involvements with the University and its students, and his impressive local community fund-raising efforts.

Honorary awards for influential rugby figures

Owner of London Wasps Rugby Club, Steve Hayes, and RFU Rugby Development Officer, Tim Holmes, have received honorary awards. Steve received an honorary degree in recognition of his significant contribution to the local community through sport and business and for his national and international profile in relation to football and rugby clubs, which have together combined to support the University in its community relationships and strategic brand development. Tim was awarded an honorary master’s for his significant and ongoing work relating to sports courses within the University’s Faculty of Design, Media & Management and dedication to helping students find employment within the rugby and wider sport industries 

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