Alumni news

Kingston alumni celebrate their Honorary Degrees in Education at this year's winter graduations

Kingston University alumni from the Class of 1956 to the Class of 1979 donned their cap and gowns to attend a special Honorary Degree in Education graduation ceremony, decades after completing their education studies at Gipsy Hill Teacher Training College, a predecessor of Kingston University's Department of Education.

Former Sunday Times journalist who played instrumental role in exposing Thalidomide scandal recognised with honorary doctorate from Kingston University

Acclaimed investigative journalist, author and philanthropist Dr Elaine Potter highlighted the importance of holding individuals in powerful positions to account as she received an honorary degree from Kingston University. The former Sunday Times journalist and co-founder of The Bureau of Investigative Journalism shared lessons learned from across her career with graduands as she was recognised for her contribution to business, entrepreneurship and philanthropy during a Kingston School of Art graduation ceremony at the borough's Rose Theatre.

Dedicated teachers awarded honorary degrees in education from alma mater Kingston University

An 86-year-old retired music teacher was among a throng of jubilant graduates who have crossed the stage to collect an honorary degree in education from Kingston University – decades after completing their education certificates.

Hundreds of Kingston University students cross graduation stage at Rose Theatre ceremonies

The achievements of almost 3,000 Kingston University students was applauded when they crossed the stage to graduate in front of proud family, friends, academic staff and special guests.

Setback with Virgin Orbit satellite launch unlikely to significantly impact country‘s space aspirations, Kingston University astronautics expert says

The failed launch of nine satellites from Spaceport Cornwall shouldn't hamper what is set to be an exciting new era for the UK's space industry, according to a Kingston University expert in space and launch propulsion.

Applications open for scholarship commemorating Kingston University student Niloufar Ebrahim

The Niloufar Ebrahim scholarship was created to honour a Kingston University graduate who wanted to make the world a better place. Niloufar's family, together with Kingston University, created the scholarship to honour Niloufar's memory. Kingston University student Niloufar Ebrahim remembered in launch of scholarship commemorating second anniversary of downing of Ukraine International Airlines flight 752

Leading engineer and Kingston University honorary graduate Dawn Childs named Dame in New Year's Honours, with other alumni also recognised for achievements

A leading British engineer and former visiting professor at Kingston University who has played a central role in increasing the number of women working in the profession has been made a Dame in the New Year's Honours list.