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Members of hit Scottish rock band receive honorary degrees

Chimera readability score 70 out of 100, Academic reading level.

MEMBERS of a hit Scottish rock band have received honorary degrees.
Deacon Blue members were presented at Glasgow University with Doctor of Music awards.
The degrees are awarded to individuals in recognition of their outstanding contributions in the fields of arts, politics, science and humanities.
The pop rock band formed in Glasgow in 1985, currently consisting of vocalists Ricky Ross and Lorraine McIntosh, drummer Dougie Vipond, guitarist Gregor Philp and bassist Lewis Gordon. Founding member James Prime died last year, aged 64.
The band became famed for songs like Dignity and Real Gone Kid. They released their latest album, The Great Western Road, in 2025.
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Actor Ncuti Gatwa also received a honorary degree from University of Glasgow this month, as well as broadcast journalist Sarah Smith; musician, author and filmmaker Stuart Murdoch; and the Advocate General for Scotland, Baroness Catherine Smith.
Professor Andy Schofield, principal and vice chancellor, said: “As we celebrate the University of Glasgow’s 575th anniversary, this year’s Commemoration Day is particularly meaningful. It allows us to reflect on our remarkable history and the generations of people who have shaped the University, while looking ahead to the contributions we will make in the years to come.
“Honorary degrees give us the opportunity to recognise individuals whose achievements have had a profound and positive impact within their professions and wider society. Their work embodies values that continue to inspire our community.
“I am delighted to welcome our honorary graduates into the University of Glasgow community at such a significant milestone, and to celebrate them alongside our graduating students.”

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