Biffy Clyro frontman Simon Neil will be presented with an honorary degree from Glasgow Caledonian University. The Irvine born singer-songwriter will receive the Doctor of Letters (DLitt) from the University for “his continued inspiration to all creatives the world over”.
Neil, 42, will be present at the graduation ceremony taking place at the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow next week. Speaking about the honour, Neil said in a statement: “To receive this doctorate is an honour I could never have expected. To receive it in Glasgow, a city which has featured so long and so supportively in the band’s story, is the stuff of dreams. I am also proud to be connected to such a forward-thinking institution as Caledonian University, and accept this honour gratefully.”
Neil will be honoured along with Vicky Wright MBE during a ceremony on July 7, which will begin at 10:40am. There are other notable personalities being honoured at the ceremony, including former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard, who will receive a Doctor of Laws (LLD).
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“Graduations also afford us the opportunity to welcome distinguished individuals into our GCU family as honorary graduates,” the university’s Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Pamela Gillies CBE FRSE, said in a statement. “This year we are privileged indeed to honour many worthy recipients. They all share a deeply held core set of values that align with our own. They authentically live these values and are an inspiration to us all.”
At the ceremonies, graduates will also hear messages from the University’s leadership team, including Chancellor Dr Annie Lennox OBE and Vice Chancellor and Principal Professor Pamela Gillies CBE.
Biffy Clyro is a three-piece band whose 25-year career highlights include three No.1 and platinum-selling albums in the UK and beyond. The band recently announced they will be embarking on a UK and Ireland tour later this year, alongside Architects.
Biffy Clyro will be performing at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow in November - you can buy tickets here.
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