Three honorary Doctor of Laws degrees will be awarded during graduation ceremonies at Canterbury Cathedral in July.
- Mark Brookes is an advocate and campaigner for the rights of people with learning difficulties. He will receive his honorary Doctor of Laws degree at a ceremony on 15 July, starting at 14.30.
- Professor Antony Anghie is an academic and international law expert. He will receive his honorary Doctor of Laws degree at a ceremony on 16 July, starting at 10.30.
- John Gallagher is a solicitor and specialist in housing law who has worked with the charity Shelter for 25 years. He will receive his honorary Doctor of Laws degree at a ceremony on 17 July, starting at 10.30.
The University of Kent confers honorary degrees each year on distinguished individuals from many walks of life who have made a significant contribution to society. Honorary graduates are selected from nominations by members of the University and very often have links with departments or are University of Kent alumni. To see a full list of this year’s recipients see the University’s news blog and for a list of previous recipients over the last 50 years, visit the online honorary graduate archive.