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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: 183
reptilia_4life says:
That is so cool. JkR is the Best!!
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 9:10 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 78
love princess says:
Go Jo!You deserve everything you have cos you are an aswesome person!Second to post
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 9:20 AM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8909
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
It is nice to see the continued recognition for her work in this area. She has devoted a lot of time and effort to this cause, and it is nice to see it get the exposure through her efforts.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 9:21 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2204
Degamo says:
congratulations, Jo! I'm so happy for you!
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 9:43 AM EST
Student
Points: 275
~>*PhoenixGurl*<~ says:
JKR ROCKS! You deserve the best!
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 9:44 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1011
Fflewddur Fflam says:
What a keen move by Aberdeen University. Giving JKR an honorary degree is a move that some college or university should have jumped on a long time ago. It is a brilliant publicity move for the school, and might bring them some instant recruiting gratification.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 9:46 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1023
Magical Teapot says:
JK really does deserve to be recognized for her lets say "ability to love" she cares about more than just herself.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 9:47 AM EST
Witch
Points: 917
hermioneadmirer says:
That is pretty cool that she is using her popularity for good causes.You go girl!
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 9:47 AM EST
Bertie Bott's Best Bean
Points: 2941
lavender_07 says:
Ya JK totally rocks! That is a really cool thing for the school to do!
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 9:47 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1451
leeanne<3ron says:
Aww Jo's the best... She does/has done many great things like charity events and Writing the greatest books so far !!!She deservse the award Well done !
Leeanne xox
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 9:54 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1412
HPLasts4Ever says:
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!! Congratulations JKR, you deserve even more! You're the best.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 10:00 AM EST
Malfoy by Nature
Points: 12528
WickeDraco says:
Congrats to our JK! Good going, Joanne!
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 10:04 AM EST
Half-Blood Princess
Points: 2875
Katie Bloom says:
Congrats to JK!!!
She Rocks!_!!!!!
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 10:21 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 732
kewlguyhere says:
Great!
Well its true!
In her name of the written of Hp everything else she does is over shadowed!!
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 10:25 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1437
allilau says:
It's really quite intereting to see that JKR was honoured, not neccesarily for her extraordinary acheivement with Harry Potter, but the incredible contribution to the MS fund and research and support. I think this is yet another feather in her cap and I'm sure she wears both quite proudly.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 10:34 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 701
cmenges says:
I compleatly agree with the proffesor. JK Rowling has done VERY good by using her time and effort and fame to help those who are MUCH less fortunate then her.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 10:37 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1500
krystle_clear says:
*woot woot* first page! hehehe, congrats to JKR on the award/honour thing, she has done so much work for MS and she deserves all the recongnition she gets :)
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 10:43 AM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 27754
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
YAY!
That is so nice.
Great job JKR!!!!
:)
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 10:45 AM EST
Witch
Points: 935
fizzingwhizbees says:
that sweet. But she didnt actually go to class or anything right? its just becuase of contribution. i wish i didnt have to go to class.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 10:48 AM EST
Witch
Points: 869
kat_snowyowl says:
That's fantastic. It's brilliant she's stuck to her MS research support all the way through. She deserves this.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 11:00 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1857
Lily Gymreig says:
Wow, congratulations JK! It's nice that she's being rewarded for her work for MS, not just her day job of writing Harry Potter books.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 11:04 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 482
HP4Evr says:
That's great!
She deserves it!
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 11:05 AM EST
Witch
Points: 845
hermione624 says:
She's such a great lady, i hope some day i could be like her! she's a great role model!
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 11:10 AM EST
The Next Great Wizard
Points: 2809
chrisw2202 says:
Congratulations Jo. Keep up the great work that you do for MS and the other charities that you kindly give your time and money to.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 11:13 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 462
DJan says:
WOW! J.K is reaching new hights, congradulation.
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 11:17 AM EST
Witch
Points: 877
Jaci Scully says:
That's nice and all, but I'm just opposed to honorary degrees on principle. I'm gld she's being honored for her charitable work, but I think a plaque would have done as nicely
Posted Jul 6, 2006 at 11:20 AM EST
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