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JKR "thrilled" with honor from Aberdeen University 
JULY 6, 2006 at 9:05 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: HPANA
Harry Potter author JK Rowling was honored
today by Aberdeen University for her work with multiple sclerosis research. Ms. Rowling received a Doctor of Laws from the University and when asked what the degree meant to her, JK said: "I am thrilled... it is very exciting."
Prof. Neva Haites, head of the university's College of Life Sciences and Medicine told the graduating class:
JK Rowling is best known because of a book that she wrote in a cafe in Edinburgh which has made her a household name.
Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone and the subsequent Harry Potter books have now been read by millions worldwide. However, what is less well known is Ms Rowling's significant contribution to many charitable causes.
She (Rowling) is an example of a Scottish leader who has used her reputation and wealth to support the battle for improving human health and for fighting human disease.
For this and her many contributions to society, I have the honour to recommend JK Rowling to you for the degree.
You can view some pictures of the event here.
UPDATE: Thanks to Paul for letting us know that Dissendium has a report from a person who attended the event, which you can read here. Laura even managed to have a word with Jo and get her autograph.
UPDATE II: Thanks to Dissendium via HPFZ for letting us know that you can view a video (17.6 MB) of Jo's post-graduation interview. The press release from the event, as well as a new picture of Jo can be seen here.
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Squib
Points: 120
raj.harrypotter says:
Congrats Jo. you are really a great. Your imaginations are quite beyond our expectations. Any way hearty congrats from your great fan
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 11:34 AM EST
Delusional Army Soldier
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ILoveHP! says:
She (Rowling) is an example of a Scottish leader who has used her reputation and wealth to support the battle for improving human health and for fighting human disease.
I agree to this paragraph really well... God bless ye J.K.!
And, I envy Laura!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 11:58 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1086
Octavian Petronius says:
It is great that as popular as she is, she is still thankful for any honor she is given. She is not as conceited as some other big names.
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 12:31 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1841
Remmy4193 says:
Jo certainly deserves that honor, she has done so much for others!! Congratulation to her and I hope she continues to amaze us with her outstanding help she gives.
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 12:53 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2083
Summers Day says:
Go JO! She rocks, she's brilliant, and she's beautiful, nothing can stop her!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 1:13 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2989
Anastasia Popovick says:
Absolutetly Fabulous!
JKR is so talented, intelligent, caring, and generous. She deserves such awards for her remarkable contributions to the world.
Way to go!!! And Congratulations!!!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 1:14 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 497
Zauber says:
That is great that she got that honour.She must be so happy.
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 1:48 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1600
Silhouette says:
Did I understand right that J.K. Rowling really is Doctor of laws? How marvellous...! That's really cool. I didn't know she had education like that.
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 1:52 PM EST
Witch
Points: 874
Together Forever, H/Hr... says:
Congrats to JK she deserves it and it is a wonderful thing that she does for the MS research society. I'm glad shes that active with it because some people all they do is give money and she is actually willing to get involved.
*%* Susanna *%*
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 2:13 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 416
Draco+Shanua says:
Jk deserves it, she seems like one of the nicest people ever. I hope she's nice enough to not kill Harry...
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 2:23 PM EST
Princess of Nargles
Points: 4137
hp_fan206 says:
Wow, that's incredible. I think she definitely deserved that for everything she's done to help with multiple sclerosis research. She has a great heart ♥!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 2:29 PM EST
Witch
Points: 732
Dumbledores~Fave says:
Jk is so lucky but deserves the lot! I bet she's chuffed with being honoured.
She;s such a great person! YOU GO JK!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 3:11 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1987
tigerlili_08 says:
Congrats JKR! Your contributions are well noted :D & I love how its not just through Harry Potter all the time. GO JO!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 3:39 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2071
kermittounette says:
I'm happy for her... she did a lot to this society and not only her writting but also with her generous contribution with the multiple sclerosys, a really bad injury, I know a lot about that!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 5:07 PM EST
Witch
Points: 981
tigergal0075 says:
Congrats Jo!!! You really earned it. Thank you for doing such great work!!!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 5:37 PM EST
Witch
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QueenOfAmouraq says:
That's awesome! She totally deserves it! I wonder if she'll sign book seven with Dr. JK Rowling now!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 7:01 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 303
Draco'sGirl2121 says:
Congrats Jo. Well done.It's exciting to see you winning awards for your brillent work. I hope things keep going well for you and you countinue the good work. Again congrats.
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 7:36 PM EST
Hermione's Twin
Points: 5062
*Miss Hermione Granger* says:
Thats so cool!! good for her!! she deserves that honor so much! woot!! go jk!!!!! She is such a great role model!!!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 7:39 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1600
jenn007a says:
Thats great! She really deserves this honor because she has done so much for ms research!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 8:07 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 26
<3 Times A Million says:
Congratulations! Haha i would rather be known better for writing the books, but thats just me.
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 10:28 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2521
Roswelladdict says:
Congratulations JKR!
It is so nice to see that a celebrity actually puts their money and their actions where their mouth is. So many in Hollywood talk the talk but don't walk the walk, I am glad to see that Jo does and she definitely deserves this honor!
Posted Jul 7, 2006 at 11:31 PM EST
Squib
Points: 189
groovy_pumpkin says:
JK Rowling deserves that prize. She is a great author!
Posted Jul 8, 2006 at 1:18 AM EST
Hogwarts Valedictorian
Points: 2791
Lily*R/Hr says:
That's really awesome that Jo's done so much for that charity. That's such an honor! She's so generous and talented - she's the best!
Posted Jul 8, 2006 at 2:08 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1499
Belle of the Ball says:
Yaay! Go JKR! Charity work is so awesome. I love it. I hope everyone who can help out in some way does.
Posted Jul 8, 2006 at 3:00 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 15
Scorn31 says:
It's nice to see that as well as write great stories, JK also gives a bit back to the community. You go JK!
Posted Jul 8, 2006 at 4:20 AM EST
Head Boy
Points: 415
øffe-joe687½ says:
She looks kinda funny with that hat..... because ive seen with such things.....
Snooch to the nooch.
Posted Jul 8, 2006 at 6:19 AM EST
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