Warwick Celebrates - On the Day (AM)
Please be aware: Doors to Butterworth Hall will close promptly at 10.30am for graduands and guests. You will not be able to enter after this time.
Welcome to Warwick Celebrates!
Schedule of Graduation Activities taking place in the morning
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On Arrival - Ticket and Robe collection
On arrival, head to the Studio Theatre, Warwick Arts Centre for ticket and robe collection (access for graduands only). Please ensure you have photo ID ready- you will need this to collect tickets.
Here, graduands will collect:
- Their graduation ticket. Please keep this with you at all times. This has your seat number for the ceremony.
- Guest tickets, including any cinema tickets you have paid for. These should be passed to guests as graduands and guests will be entering through different doors.
Once robed, you should also:
- Check that you are wearing the correct hoodLink opens in a new window
- Familiarise yourself with the guest and graduand entrances to the Butterworth Hall
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Store any coats in the Arts Centre cloakroom (subject to capacity)
Before the Ceremony - What to do
- Read through the following information, and keep an eye on the time - graduands and guests must be seated by 10.30 am. You will not be able to enter after this time.
- Explore the benefits and opportunities available to you as a Warwick graduate by visiting our alumni stand in the Celebration Zone on the Piazza
- Have your pre-booked professional photos (Ede and Ravenscroft) taken in the Mead Gallery
- Visit our graduation shop outside the Mead Gallery, Warwick Arts Centre
- Go to the bathroom! Once you're seated in the Butterworth Hall, you cannot leave until our final seating checks are complete
- Share the link to the live stream with friends and family
From 9.30 am
- Guests with Butterworth Hall tickets should make their way to the ground-floor Butterworth Hall doors, and guests with Cinema tickets upstairs to Cinema 1
- Guests with pre-booked accessible seating have seats reserved for them in the Hall and do not need to queue
- Graduands should get ready to enter the Butterworth Hall. Graduands enter via Door 1 on the first floor of Warwick Arts Centre from approximately 9.45 am. Graduands with accessibility requirements should enter via the ground-floor Butterworth Hall doors. Colleagues at the information point next to the guest entrance will be able to assist you
- Graduands should find and take their designated seat. Graduand seats will have a card with your name on it
- Guests will be directed to a seat by Warwick Arts Centre stewards. Please take your seats promptly and do not leave any gaps
Doors to Ceremony close 10.30 am
Once in the Butterworth Hall:
- From 10.30-11 am, graduands should ensure they are seated in their allocated seats. This is when we will be doing our final seating checks. You must be seated in your allocated seat. If you move seats, your name will be crossed off, and you will not be allowed to cross the stage
- Please put your mobile phone on silent
- Staff will indicate when it is time for graduands to stand to cross the stage. After crossing the stage and collecting your certificate, you will return to the same seat
Ceremony Programme
Click on your ceremony date to see your ceremony programme, including details about your presiding officer and master of ceremonies, as well as other awards and speakers at your ceremony.
Week 1 (20-24 July 2026)
Order of Proceedings
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
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Welcome & Introduction | Piers Gibbon
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
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Address by the Presiding Officer | Professor Caroline Meyer, Provost
Professor Caroline Meyer is Provost at the University of Warwick, where she supports the Vice-Chancellor in the academic leadership of the University.
Caroline was previously Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research), where she was instrumental in supporting and maintaining Warwick’s research excellence and pioneering the launch of the National Centre for Research Culture, along with, the new Warwick Research Spotlights. Prior to this, Caroline was Vice-Provost and Chair of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Medicine. Caroline has a PhD in Eating Disorders from the University of Southampton. She was a Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at the University of Birmingham and then worked in the Department of Psychology at Warwick and Warwick Medical School.
Caroline returned to Warwick in 2014, having been a Reader and then Professor at Loughborough University. Her research is predominantly within two key areas: eating disordersandworkforcemental health and productivity. Her work involves many external partner organisations, including the NHS, industry partners and schools both nationally and internationally.
More information…[https://warwick.ac.uk/research/recognition/ref/stories/cultivate-research-excellence/]
FIRST PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Honorary Graduate | Professor Dame Frances Kirwan
SECOND PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Alumni Speaker | Michael Wolfson, Co-Founder & COO, Untold Studios
BSc Mathematics & Business Studies, 1991
Michael Wolfson qualified as a Chartered Accountant at PWC. After a role as Head of Internal Audit, he has held several roles as a CFO in PE back Media Companies from Getty Images, Antenna Audio, The Mill, and Encore Tickets. In 2018, he co-founded Untold Studios, a cloud native creative studio, creating high end visual effects for film, episodic, and advertising, as well as producing high end content for music, advertising and television. Today Untold employs 600 people in three continents and has won numerous awards.
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The National Anthem | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir and ARC Brass Quintet
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
Order of Proceedings
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
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Welcome & Introduction | Piers Gibbon
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
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Address by the Presiding Officer | Advocate Bience Gawanas Chancellor
Bience Gawanas -The Chancellor is the formal Head of the University, whose official duties include conferring degrees on behalf of the University. Beyond the formal and representational duties, the new Chancellor will play a key role in the University’s life by promoting the work and ambitions of the University in the UK and overseas. The Chancellor will also play a crucial role in the University's development and fundraising activities.
Advocate Bience Gawanas is a known and respected Namibian lawyer, diplomat, and passionate advocate for social justice. Bringing over four decades of unparalleled experience in law, human rights, and global leadership, Advocate Gawanas has dedicated her career to championing social justice, gender equality, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. Her extensive international contributions include serving as United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Special Advisor on Africa and African Union Commissioner for Social Affairs. Domestically, she held pivotal roles within the Namibian government, including Ombudswoman and Public Service Commissioner.
More information…[https://warwick.ac.uk/services/vco/execteam/chancellor/Link opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window]
FIRST PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Honorary Graduate | Jaqueline Roberts
SECOND PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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OSCA | Meifang Zhuo
PhD Applied Linguistics
PhD Applied Linguistics
Meifang Zhuo is an outstanding Applied Linguistics PhD graduate whose work reflects academic excellence and global impact. Her internationally recognised research has supported teachers across China and reached over 1,500 students, while her publications and innovative methods have made scholarship more accessible. A dedicated mentor and advocate for international students, Meifang leaves a lasting legacy of collaboration, inclusion, and meaningful change.
THIRD PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Alumni Speaker | Professor Kishan Devani BEM, FRSA. International Trade Envoy, Ambassador, Advisor and Entrepreneur
PG Dipl Religious Education, 2014
PG Dipl Religious Education, 2014
Professor Kishan Devani BEM, FRSA, is a prominent British public figure, businessman with global investments in companies worth over £50M, and an International Trade Envoy/Ambassador for various organisations globally dedicated to community cohesion and diversity. Born to Ugandan Asian refugees, his distinguished career spans public service, education, and international relations. In recognition of his impactful services to community cohesion, he was awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in 2020. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) and one of the youngest BAME Freemen of the City of London, Devani serves as an Honorary Professor at institutions across the globe, teaching geopolitics and diplomacy. He holds and has held prominent advisory roles globally, including Senior International Advisor to Westminster Group, and has dynamically contributed across the UK political spectrum to champion racial equality and diaspora engagement.
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The National Anthem | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir and ARC Brass Quintet
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
Order of Proceedings
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
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Welcome & Introduction | Piers Gibbon
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
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Address by the Presiding Officer | Advocate Bience Gawanas Chancellor
Bience Gawanas -The Chancellor is the formal Head of the University, whose official duties include conferring degrees on behalf of the University. Beyond the formal and representational duties, the new Chancellor will play a key role in the University’s life by promoting the work and ambitions of the University in the UK and overseas. The Chancellor will also play a crucial role in the University's development and fundraising activities.
Advocate Bience Gawanas is a known and respected Namibian lawyer, diplomat, and passionate advocate for social justice. Bringing over four decades of unparalleled experience in law, human rights, and global leadership, Advocate Gawanas has dedicated her career to championing social justice, gender equality, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. Her extensive international contributions include serving as United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Special Advisor on Africa and African Union Commissioner for Social Affairs. Domestically, she held pivotal roles within the Namibian government, including Ombudswoman and Public Service Commissioner.
More information…[https://warwick.ac.uk/services/vco/execteam/chancellor/Link opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window]
FIRST PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Alumni Speaker | Darrell Brookes-Coker, CEO & Founder, Flair Global Ltd
BSc Management, 2016
BSc Management, 2016
Darrell Brookes-Coker is a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur with over ten years' experience building and scaling tech companies. He graduated from WBS with a First Class Degree in Management, then turned down a graduate job at Accenture to launch a startup with his cousin. Almost ten years later, he has built and scaled multiple tech products. The journey has been far from smooth: building an app with no coding skills, pivoting countless times, and a pandemic that nearly wiped out his business. But there have been unimaginable moments too, from a 10 Downing Street invite to taking products from zero to millions in revenue. He's a firm believer that the best lessons come from setbacks.
SECOND PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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The National Anthem | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir and ARC Brass Quintet
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
Order of Proceedings
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
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Welcome & Introduction | Piers Gibbon
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
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Address by the Presiding Officer | Professor Caroline Meyer Provost
Professor Caroline Meyer is Provost at the University of Warwick, where she supports the Vice-Chancellor in the academic leadership of the University.
Caroline was previously Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research), where she was instrumental in supporting and maintaining Warwick’s research excellence and pioneering the launch of the National Centre for Research Culture, along with, the new Warwick Research Spotlights. Prior to this, Caroline was Vice-Provost and Chair of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Medicine. Caroline has a PhD in Eating Disorders from the University of Southampton. She was a Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at the University of Birmingham and then worked in the Department of Psychology at Warwick and Warwick Medical School.
Caroline returned to Warwick in 2014, having been a Reader and then Professor at Loughborough University. Her research is predominantly within two key areas: eating disorders and workforce mental health and productivity. Her work involves many external partner organisations, including the NHS, industry partners and schools both nationally and internationally.
More information…[https://warwick.ac.uk/research/recognition/ref/stories/cultivate-research-excellence/]
FIRST PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Honorary Graduate | Dr Navina Evans CBE MBBS MRCPsych (Hon Prof)
BSc
Dr Navina Evans is Special Advisor to the School of Health and Care at Coventry University, Independent Chair for Quality and Safety at Psychiatry UK, and Health Executive in Residence at UCL Global Business School for Health. She is a Senior Fellow of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, a Consultant at the Chartered Management Institute, and an Honorary Advisor for Global Health Partnerships.
She is Honorary Professor at Warwick Medical School and Visiting Professor at Greater Manchester University Medical School. She was awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the Royal College of Psychiatrists and appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for services to health and care.
Navina served as Chief Workforce, Training and Education Officer at NHS England from 2023 to 2025. Prior to this, she was Chief Executive of Health Education England (2020–2023) and Chief Executive of East London NHS Foundation Trust (2016–2020), where the Trust achieved two consecutive ‘Outstanding’ ratings from the Care Quality Commission.
With over twenty years of clinical experience in psychiatry, medicine and paediatrics, Navina has led national responsibility for workforce planning, education and training, recruitment, terms and conditions, workforce productivity, and the promotion of wellbeing, equity and inclusion across the NHS. Her work has focused on ensuring the health and care workforce has the right numbers, skills, values and behaviours to deliver high-quality care and improve population health outcomes. She has been deeply involved in medical and multiprofessional education throughout her career.
Navina is a strong advocate for staff wellbeing and for creating cultures in which people enjoy their work and thrive. She champions co-production with patients, with quality of life as a central outcome for health and care services. She promotes integrated service, workforce and financial planning to maximise value and sustainability in healthcare systems.
SECOND PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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OSCA | Alice Roberts
MBChB
Alice Roberts has shown exceptional leadership and innovation in enhancing medical education at Warwick. Identifying a critical gap in training on responding to sexual violence, she developed a high-quality programme combining online learning and interactive workshops, now embedded in the curriculum. Her work equips future doctors with essential skills and confidence, and reflects her commitment to compassionate care, collaboration, and meaningful, lasting impact.
THIRD PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Alumni Speaker | Dr Faris Al-Ramadani, GP Partner, Non-Executive Director, St Wulfstan Surgery and Coventry & Warwickshire Partnership Trust
MBChB, 2010
Dr Faris Al-Ramadani is an award-winning GP Partner, digital health leader, keynote speaker, and recently appointed Non-Executive Director at Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust. Recognised for his leadership in transforming primary care, Faris has led initiatives focused on improving patient access, experience, and quality of care through his work at St Wulfstan Surgery and as a former Primary Care Network Clinical Director. Under his leadership, St Wulfstan Surgery achieved some of the highest patient satisfaction ratings nationally and was awarded HSJ Primary Care Provider of the Year in both 2024 and 2025. He was also named runner-up for Best Leader in Clinical Care at the Leaders in Health Awards 2025 in recognition of his contributions to digital healthcare innovation.
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The National Anthem | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir and ARC Brass Quintet
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
Order of Proceedings
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
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Welcome & Introduction | Piers Gibbon
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
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Address by the Presiding Office | Advocate Bience Gawanas Chancellor
Bience Gawanas -The Chancellor is the formal Head of the University, whose official duties include conferring degrees on behalf of the University. Beyond the formal and representational duties, the new Chancellor will play a key role in the University’s life by promoting the work and ambitions of the University in the UK and overseas. The Chancellor will also play a crucial role in the University's development and fundraising activities.
Advocate Bience Gawanas is a known and respected Namibian lawyer, diplomat, and passionate advocate for social justice. Bringing over four decades of unparalleled experience in law, human rights, and global leadership, Advocate Gawanas has dedicated her career to championing social justice, gender equality, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. Her extensive international contributions include serving as United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Special Advisor on Africa and African Union Commissioner for Social Affairs. Domestically, she held pivotal roles within the Namibian government, including Ombudswoman and Public Service Commissioner.
More information…[https://warwick.ac.uk/services/vco/execteam/chancellor/Link opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window]
FIRST PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Alumni Speaker | Sarah Nelson, Former Managing Director for London at Sainsbury's
MBA (Distance Learning), 2018
Sarah Nelson is an award-winning business leader known for driving transformation, growth, and operational excellence across complex organisations. Her career spans strategy, operations, and commercial leadership, underpinned by a commitment to values-led leadership and building high-performing cultures where people can thrive. An MBA graduate of Warwick Business School, Sarah used this experience to transform her career from finance into business operations, ultimately becoming Managing Director for London at Sainsbury's. Her journey reflects a willingness to embrace change, take bold decisions, and lead with impact. As she prepares for her next chapter, Sarah hopes to inspire graduates to back themselves and shape careers with both purpose and ambition.
SECOND PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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The National Anthem | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir and ARC Brass Quintet
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
Week 2 (27-31 July 2026)
Order of Proceedings
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
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Welcome & Introduction | Piers Gibbon
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
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Address by the Presiding Officer | Advocate Bience Gawanas Chancellor
Bience Gawanas -The Chancellor is the formal Head of the University, whose official duties include conferring degrees on behalf of the University. Beyond the formal and representational duties, the new Chancellor will play a key role in the University’s life by promoting the work and ambitions of the University in the UK and overseas. The Chancellor will also play a crucial role in the University's development and fundraising activities.
Advocate Bience Gawanas is a known and respected Namibian lawyer, diplomat, and passionate advocate for social justice. Bringing over four decades of unparalleled experience in law, human rights, and global leadership, Advocate Gawanas has dedicated her career to championing social justice, gender equality, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. Her extensive international contributions include serving as United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Special Advisor on Africa and African Union Commissioner for Social Affairs. Domestically, she held pivotal roles within the Namibian government, including Ombudswoman and Public Service Commissioner.
More information…[https://warwick.ac.uk/services/vco/execteam/chancellor/Link opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window]
FIRST PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Honorary Graduate | Professor Mike Berners-Lee
Mike Berners-Lee consults, thinks, writes and researches on sustainability and responses to 21st century problems. He is the author of acclaimed books, including A Climate of Truth, There is No Planet B and How Bad Are Bananas? The carbon footprint of everything. As founder and director of Small World Consulting he helps organisations of all sizes and sectors to address the challenges of the Anthropocene. He is a professor at Lancaster University, where his research includes supply chain carbon modelling, sustainable food systems and the environmental impact of ICT. He has made numerous speaking, radio and television broadcast appearances to promote public awareness of sustainability and climate change issues. In February 2025, he was awarded the Planet Earth Award by the Alliance of World Scientists for his work on seeking solutions to environmental challenges. In November 2025 he chaired the National Emergency Briefing on the climate and nature crisis at Central Hall Westminster.
SECOND PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Alumni Speaker | Nima Taleghani, Actor and Writer
BA English Literature, 2014
Nima is a writer and actor, whose debut playBacchaemarks the first ever playwright debut on the National Theatre’s Olivier stage. Born and raised in North London to Iranian parents, Nima studied English Literature at Warwick and then an MA in English at UCL.
As an actor, Nima plays Mr Farouk in Netflix’s Heartstopper. He starred alongside Tom Holland as Benvolio in Romeo & Juliet in the West End, where he also served as the production’s Text Editor, and in Cyrano de Bergerac alongside James McAvoy in the West End and New York.
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The National Anthem | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir and ARC Brass Quintet
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
Order of Proceedings
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
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Welcome & Introduction | Piers Gibbon
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
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Address by the Presiding Officer | Professor Stuart Croft Vice-Chancellor & President
Professor Stuart Croft is the Vice-Chancellor and President of The University of Warwick and has been instrumental in leading the university's development since 2016, with a strategic focus on creating a better world together.
In addition to his role at the University of Warwick, Stuart serves as Chair of Universities West Midlands and has held several other leadership positions in academia. He has a background in International Security and has made significant contributions to publications and journals in the field.
In 2021, Stuart was appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant for the West Midlands.
More information…[https://warwick.ac.uk/services/vco/vc/]
FIRST PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Alumni Speaker | Alessandra Mongiardino, Senior Independent Non-executive Director, Triodos Bank UK
PhD Economics, 1996
Dr Alessandra Mongiardino is a risk management expert, thought leader, and keynote speaker, with 30 years’ international experience in financial services. Originally from Italy, she started her career as a specialist economist at the Bank of England and went on to hold senior executive roles in large banks (HSBC, NatWest, Nordea), rating agencies (Moody’s), and asset management firms (Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Invesco). She is currently an independent Non-Executive Director of Triodos Bank UK, a mission-led bank and a pioneer in sustainable finance. She thrives in multi-cultural environments, having studied and worked in five countries across three continents, and is passionate about financial services as a force for good.
SECOND PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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The National Anthem | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir and ARC Brass Quintet
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
Order of Proceedings
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
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Welcome & Introduction | Piers Gibbon
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
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Address by the Presiding Officer | Professor Caroline Meyer Provost
Professor Caroline Meyer is Provost at the University of Warwick, where she supports the Vice-Chancellor in the academic leadership of the University.
Caroline was previously Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research), where she was instrumental in supporting and maintaining Warwick’s research excellence and pioneering the launch of the National Centre for Research Culture, along with, the new Warwick Research Spotlights. Prior to this, Caroline was Vice-Provost and Chair of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Medicine. Caroline has a PhD in Eating Disorders from the University of Southampton. She was a Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at the University of Birmingham and then worked in the Department of Psychology at Warwick and Warwick Medical School.
Caroline returned to Warwick in 2014, having been a Reader and then Professor at Loughborough University. Her research is predominantly within two key areas: eating disordersandworkforcemental health and productivity. Her work involves many external partner organisations, including the NHS, industry partners and schools both nationally and internationally.
More information…[https://warwick.ac.uk/research/recognition/ref/stories/cultivate-research-excellence/]
FIRST PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Alumni Speaker | Timothy Armoo, Founder, Legon Influence Ltd
BSc Computer Science and Business, 2018
Timothy Armoo is a Sunday Times bestselling author and entrepreneur who built one of the most influential Gen Z focused marketing companies of the decade, redefining how brands engage with culture and reshaping the creator economy along the way. His journey from growing up in a South London council estate to selling a multi-million-pound business before turning 30 is bold, brilliant, and packed with lessons for anyone building something of their own.
SECOND PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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The National Anthem | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir and ARC Brass Quintet
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
Order of Proceedings
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
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Welcome & Introduction | Piers Gibbon
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
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Address by the Presiding Officer | Professor Caroline Meyer Provost
Professor Caroline Meyer is Provost at the University of Warwick, where she supports the Vice-Chancellor in the academic leadership of the University.
Caroline was previously Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research), where she was instrumental in supporting and maintaining Warwick’s research excellence and pioneering the launch of the National Centre for Research Culture, along with, the new Warwick Research Spotlights. Prior to this, Caroline was Vice-Provost and Chair of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Medicine. Caroline has a PhD in Eating Disorders from the University of Southampton. She was a Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at the University of Birmingham and then worked in the Department of Psychology at Warwick and Warwick Medical School.
Caroline returned to Warwick in 2014, having been a Reader and then Professor at Loughborough University. Her research is predominantly within two key areas: eating disordersandworkforcemental health and productivity. Her work involves many external partner organisations, including the NHS, industry partners and schools both nationally and internationally.
More information…[https://warwick.ac.uk/research/recognition/ref/stories/cultivate-research-excellence/]
FIRST PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Alumni Speaker | Suzie Harvey, Board Chair, Evidence To Impact
BSc Microbiology and Microbial Technology, 1987
I graduated from Warwick with a First in Microbiology and Microbial Technology. I began in academic research in the UK and Australia, tackling challenges from animal nutrition to cancer. I moved into industry with Applied Biosystems, supporting DNA sequencing and real-time PCR during the Human Genome Project. I went on to lead commercial and global roles at Qiagen, eClinicalHealth, and Signant Health, helping build markets and supporting the rapid development of COVID-19 vaccines. Today, I serve on boards across life science, AI, healthcare and education, focused on turning science and innovation into impact worldwide.
SECOND PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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The National Anthem | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir and ARC Brass Quintet
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
Order of Proceedings
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
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Welcome & Introduction | Piers Gibbon
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
Piers Gibbon is the host and Master of Ceremonies for our graduation ceremonies. He has the responsibility for reading out every name and ensuring that everyone has a memorable day. Piers is a speech writer, a television presenter (Headshrinkers of the Amazon, A Taste of History, The Witch Doctor Will See You Now) and the author of Tribes: Endangered Peoples Of The World.
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Address by the Presiding Office | Professor Stuart Croft Vice-Chancellor & President
Professor Stuart Croft is the Vice-Chancellor and President of The University of Warwick and has been instrumental in leading the university's development since 2016, with a strategic focus on creating a better world together.
In addition to his role at the University of Warwick, Stuart serves as Chair of Universities West Midlands and has held several other leadership positions in academia. He has a background in International Security and has made significant contributions to publications and journals in the field.
In 2021, Stuart was appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant for the West Midlands.
More information…[https://warwick.ac.uk/services/vco/vc/]
FIRST PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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OSCA | Jakob Reid
BA History and Politics
Jakob Reid is an outstanding Warwick student who has shown exceptional leadership in making history accessible and engaging. As founder and Editor-in-Chief of Rewind, the University’s first student-led multimedia history publication, he has brought together a creative, interdisciplinary team to produce award-winning public scholarship. His work reflects intellectual ambition, innovation, and a commitment to connecting academic study with wider audiences, leaving a lasting impact on the Warwick community.
SECOND PRESENTATION OF GRADUANDS
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Alumni Speaker | Rachael North, CEO, Shakespeare Birthplace Trust
BA History, 1999
Rachael North is the Chief Executive of leading Midlands museum and conservation charity, the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. The Trust owns and manages the five Shakespeare family homes and a collection of over a million objects, books, and archives. Rachael is a senior museum professional with over twenty years’ experience in the museum and heritage sector. She joined the Birthplace Trust in February 2020 as Director of Visitor Experience and Business Development. Prior to this, she served as CEO and Director of Delapré Abbey in Northampton, a major Lottery-funded heritage and cultural destination. Earlier in her career, Rachael held roles with the National Trust in the Midlands, leading visitor experience and house operations, and began her career in museum curation.
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The National Anthem | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir and ARC Brass Quintet
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University of Warwick Anthem & Academic Procession | Performed by The University of Warwick Chamber Choir, Brass and Percussion
Graduation Reception Locations
Day |
Department |
Room |
| Monday 20th | Maths | Zeeman Building/Mathematical Sciences Building |
| Tuesday 21st | SMLC SELCS |
Rootes Building Rootes Building |
| Wednesday 22nd | WBS | Rootes Building |
| Thursday 23rd |
WMS | Rootes Building |
| Friday 24th | WBS | Rootes Building |
| Monday 27th | Cross Faculty Studies CIM |
Rootes Building Rootes Building |
| Tuesday 28th |
Economics |
Rootes Building |
| Wednesday 29th |
Computer Science | Rootes Building |
| Thursday 30th |
School of Life Sciences | Rootes Building |
| Friday 31st | History | Rootes Building |
After your ceremony
Celebrate with family and/or friends and enjoy your day!- Share your celebrations with us @UniOfWarwick or #WarwickGrad.
- Head to your reception party to find out the location. See our list.
- You will find photo opportunities around the Piazza and Warwick Arts Centre to make use of.
- Join your academic department reception events - they will have confirmed with you directly where this is taking place.
- Purchase your graduation (stage crossing) photo from Ede and Ravenscroft's stand in the Arts Centre Foyer, opposite the box office
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Welcome to the Warwick Alumni Community! We're excited to welcome you to a network of over 305,000 alumni who live and work in over 180 countries and territories globally. Find out more about the benefits and opportunities available to you by visiting our alumni stand in the Piazza.
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Have your professional photos taken in the Mead Gallery, or purchase souvenirs in the pop-up shop in Warwick Arts Centre, if you did not have time before the ceremony.
- Keep your certificate safe!
- Please return your robes by 6.30 pm Robe Return is to the Ensemble Room in the Arts Centre, across from Panda Mami, just look for big black bins on wheels.
After Graduation:
Ceremony Footage: July 2026 Full ceremonies
ceremony footage is typically uploaded within 24 hours of your ceremony
- See our Souvenirs and GiftsLink opens in a new window page, where you will find the full ceremony footageLink opens in a new window to download and photos from the day.Link opens in a new window
- We'd love your feedbackLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window on the day! Please complete our survey to help us plan future ceremonies
- Keep in touch! You're now part of a proud, vibrant, global alumni community like no other - with a shared bond and a lifelong connection to Warwick. Find out more about the range of benefits and opportunities that are available to you as a Warwick graduate on our alumni pages
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Facebook: Warwick Alumni
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YouTube: @UniofWarwickAlumni