For the second consecutive year, South East Technological University (SETU) is set to award honorary doctorates to five distinguished individuals in recognition of their exceptional and outstanding contributions to society.
This autumn, honorary doctorates are to be conferred on Anna May McHugh, managing director of the National Ploughing Association (NPA), Willie Mullins, leading horse trainer, Sr Brigid Reynolds, educator and humanitarian, Eamonn McEneaney, former Director of Waterford Museum of Treasures, and Liam Griffin, Director, Griffin Hotel Group.
Announcing the recipients, Chairperson of the SETU Governing Body and Chancellor of the University, Professor Patrick Prendergast said: “SETU is committed to celebrating excellence and recognising outstanding achievements of people in the South East, and further afield. We are proud to acclaim those who make important and lasting contributions to society. The five honourees are an inspiration to us all and we are proud that they have accepted to become part of our university community.”
Prof Prendergast added: "In recognising all the nominees for their outstanding contribution to society, we are delighted to announce that an honorary degree will be conferred on the candidates at the autumn 2024 conferring ceremonies.”
Eamonn McEneaney, with 25 years as Director of the Waterford Museum of Treasures, will receive an honorary doctorate for his key role in preserving Waterford’s heritage. Mr McEneaney led the Viking Triangle Project, Ireland’s only Museum Quarter. He was also awarded The Royal Norwegian Order of Merit for his efforts in highlighting Viking history and strengthening ties between Norway and Ireland.
Last year, Waterford's Carrie Crowley and Prof. Annraoi de Paor received honorary doctorates, while Dan Mulhall received the honour in January of this year.
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