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Dr Ann Budge, Chairwoman and CEO of Heart of Midlothian FC, has been awarded and honorary degree, the first of such presentations at the Heriot-Watt summer graduations.
Dr Budge was awarded a Doctorate of Science in recognition of her distinguished career and outstanding entrepreneurial achievements in the field of information technology and as a role model and advocate for the advancement of women in science, engineering and technology.
Around 1,800 Heriot-Watt graduands are celebrating their success with families and friends at ceremonies at the University's Scottish Borders Campus in Galashiels and at the Edinburgh Campus.