Honorary award nomination form
Our University has a reputation for strength in work on climate and biodiversity, AI and new technologies, the cultural and creative sectors, health and wellbeing, addressing inequalities and social justice. Nominations for exceptional people working in these areas would be welcomed.
We are a values-led organisation, with a clear sense of who we are and what we stand for. Our values guide us in being a University of Social Purpose in all we do - including the selection of honorary awardees. Respectful - an inclusive community built on kindness, trust and understanding. Innovative - relentlessly curious and ambitious. Daring - challenging ourselves and others to make a positive difference in the world. Open - working collaboratively with integrity, honesty, and transparency. Nominations for awards in 2026 must be completed by 31 January 2025. Any nominations submitted after this date will be considered in the 2027 awards cycle.
eg. Dr Jane Brown MBE
If retired or self employed, please state.
If retired or self-employed, please state.
In order to offer an award, we will need to contact nominees. Please include an email address for the nominee. If no email is available, please include a contact email for their organisation.
Please include the URLs of online sources about the individual which may be helpful. This could include the individual's website, news stories or other biographical information.
You may select both options, however only one award will be conferred upon a successful nomination. An honorary fellowship nominee must have a connection with the University (eg. as alumni, family, guardians or carers of former students, or active supporters of the University).
This includes the current University and the founding colleges, Bedford College and Royal Holloway College.
All honorary awardees will be linked to an appropriate academic school or department.
An honorary award nomination does not require prior approval, however it is beneficial for the relevant department or school to be aware, and supportive, of the nomination.
Please choose the most relevant option if more than one is applicable.
Please enter the highest degree you have been awarded by the university.
The nominator will be the primary contact for any queries relating to the nomination.
Please ensure you have the permission of the seconder for their support of this nomination.
Please enter the highest degree the seconder has been awarded by the university.
