Sir John Parker receiving honorary DSc degree from Southampton University
Sir John Parker was awarded an honorary DSc degree by Southampton University on 25 July 2006.
He will succeed The Rt Hon the Earl of Selborne as Chancellor of Southampton University.
Sir John Parker has been appointed to succeed Lord Selborne as Chancellor of the University and will be invested as Chancellor at this year's Graduation. Chairman of the Board of National Grid plc and Chairman of P&O, Sir John's distinguished career has encompassed the engineering, shipbuilding and defence industries. He received his knighthood in 2001 for services to the defence and shipbuilding industries.
Source: Southampton University
These are photos from the graduation ceremony in the Turner Sims Concert Hall at Southampton University's Highfield campus.
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