National figures graduating with Honorary degrees at Paisley University

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Three leading national figures will receive honorary degrees at the University of the West of Scotland's (UWS) summer graduation ceremonies this week.Entrepreneur John McGlynn, Wai Beyond founder Dr Waiyin Hatton and public servant Sally Kuenssberg CBE will join more than 1,800 students for ceremonies at Paisley Abbey this week.Interim Principal and Vice-Chancellor Dr Lucy Meredith said: “Each one of our honorary graduates is an inspiring role model for the entire UWS community and, indeed, beyond.

They have all achieved outstanding levels of success in their chosen fields and we are delighted to celebrate their accomplishments alongside those of our fantastic graduates.” Don't miss the latest headlines from around Renfrewshire.

Sign up to our newsletters here. John McGlynn, Scottish Capital founder, is a serial entrepreneur who started his first business at the youthful age of 21, but now has set up more than 80 new ventures.Dr Waiyin Hatton is passionate about unleashing talents in people.

She established Wai Beyond to inspire and nurture greatness in individuals and organisations following an impactful career in the healthcare sector.Dr Hatton is the chair of West College Scotland, the Colleges Scotland Board, and the charity Actions Against Stalking, being the voice for those who have been affected by the crime.Dr Hatton said: “It is surreal to be awarded the Honorary Doctorate from the University of the West of Scotland, alongside graduates who have spent years of blood, sweat and tears working for their degrees.