January 18, 2017 4.03 pm
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Hundreds celebrate University of Lincoln graduation success
Hundreds of University of Lincoln students donned their caps and gowns for prestigious graduation ceremonies at the city’s cathedral on Wednesday, January 18. Family, friends and tutors gathered at the iconic building to celebrate the dedication of around 650 undergraduate and postgraduate students from across the university’s four academic colleges during two ceremonies. Professor Mary…
Hundreds of University of Lincoln students donned their caps and gowns for prestigious graduation ceremonies at the city’s cathedral on Wednesday, January 18.
Family, friends and tutors gathered at the iconic building to celebrate the dedication of around 650 undergraduate and postgraduate students from across the university’s four academic colleges during two ceremonies.
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Photo: University of Lincoln
Professor Mary Stuart, Vice Chancellor at the University of Lincoln, said: “With every new year come new opportunities, and the students receiving their degree awards at the January graduation ceremonies now have a wealth of opportunities open to them.
“Celebrating these achievements in the beautiful Lincoln Cathedral setting does justice to all of their hard work, and we are delighted to be able to recognise that work with such a grand ceremony.
“Bringing together the tutors who helped them achieve academic excellence, alongside the families and friends who supported their university career is a wonderful way to mark this moment. We look forward to hearing about where their degrees have taken them in the years to come through our Alumni network.”
One postgraduate student receiving his Doctorate was Georgios Leontidis, from Athens in Greece. He was awarded a research PhD in Early Screening and Diagnosis of Diabetic Retinopathy, which was part of the multinational Retinal Vascular Modelling, Measurement and Diagnosis (REVAMMAD) project.
The multinational project, led by the University of Lincoln, aims to develop new techniques for detecting diabetic retinopathy at early onset with the hope of improving prevention and treatment of this major cause of blindness. His PhD was funded through a Marie Curie Fellowship and took three years to complete.
“I am really proud to be earning my PhD because of all the effort and time I put in, and I am very happy to be collecting my award at the magnificent Lincoln Cathedral alongside colleagues and friends,” said Georgios, who will join the University of Lincoln’s School of Computer Science as a lecturer in March.
“The title of Dr itself was never the goal for me, but rather it was about the journey and experience that came with it. I really enjoy research at a high and innovative level, even though it requires commitment and more importantly, an efficient life-work balance, to pull it off.”
Alongside those receiving their doctorates, Najam Kidwai received an Honorary Doctor of Business Administration for his contribution to the business community and entrepreneurial activities.
Najam’s entrepreneurial nature has seen him work in a number of key roles ranging from a CEO and venture capitalist, to a board director and a private equity investor, and he is currently a General Partner of Edge Holdings LLC, which is responsible for founding and funding new ventures in technology, digital health, sports and entertainment.
Lecturer Hanya Pielichaty, who teaches on the BSc (Hons) Events Management course, was also given special mention in the ceremony when she received the Vice Chancellor’s Teaching Award.
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A former industrial site in Gainsborough could soon have 80 new homes built on it.
Heapham Properties has applied to West Lindsey District Council for outline permission to build a new residential estate on the former home of AMP Rose in Heapham Road.
It comes after Chestnut Homes got the go ahead for 81 homes at the site in 2007 – just prior to AMP’s relocation to the Heapham Road Industrial Estate – but never acted on.
The new development includes 15 two-bedroom apartments, 20 two-bedroom starter homes, 39 three-bedroom homes and six four bed homes, alongside open space.
A report from the developers said: “The scheme aims to both contribute towards meeting the housing needs of Gainsborough, and ultimately Central Lincolnshire, whilst remaining appropriate in size and scale to the adjacent built-up area.”
“Careful consideration has been afforded to the indicative design, layout and scale in order to make the most effective and suitable use of the land available.
“The scheme seeks to deliver a high-quality development that will integrate well with the neighbouring residential properties, whilst protecting amenity, privacy and provide a positive contribution to the Gainsborough east ward.”
How the site could be laid out.
According to the application, AMP – now based on Somerby Way – still uses the site occasionally for storage purposes.
Two men killed on Lincolnshire’s roads have been named as the inquests into their deaths opened.
A 62-year-old man died after his motorbike was involved in a crash in Great Steeping near Spilsby on Sunday, September 26. The collision, which involved a dark-coloured Suzuki GSXR 1000 and a white Nissan X-Trail, happened on the B1195 at the junction with Mill Lane.
The victim has since been named as Alexander Frederick Maniurka, who lived in Dry Doddington.
An inquest was opened into Alexander’s death by HM Acting Senior Coroner Paul Smith at Lincolnshire Coroners Court on October 14.
The clinical cause of death was chest injuries pending tests, according to the inquest opening report.
The inquest was adjourned for a hearing on March 25, 2022.
The victim has been named as Reni Hereni from Albania, who lived in Bedford.
An inquest into Reni’s death was opened by HM Acting Senior Coroner Paul Smith on October 14. During the hearing it was confirmed that the place of death was Manthorpe Lawn Farmhouse on Grimsby Road in Louth.
The clinical cause of death was determined as extensive external and internal injuries.
The inquest was adjourned for a hearing on April 1, 2022.
A harvest supper in aid of charity was hosted at Lincoln Cathedral on Wednesday evening, with 175 guest attending.
The Harvest Supper was a celebration of the successful harvesting of crops grown on Lincolnshire land, and an opportunity to auction off some great local prizes to raise money for charity.
It was held in the nave of Lincoln Cathedral and hosted by the High Sheriff of Lincolnshire Claire Birch as an opportunity for people to come together, give thanks and share.
The reception before the dinner at Lincoln Cathedral. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Guests at the reception enjoying the evening. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The Lincolnite Editor Daniel Ionescu with Partnerships Manager Katrina Burrill at the Harvest Supper at Lincoln Cathedral. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The event was in aid of the Lincoln Cathedral Fabric Fund, which supports the conservation projects of the historic landmark building, and 5% of ticket sales supported Centrepoint Outreach, the High Sheriff’s chosen charity.
Centrepoint Outreach is a Christian food bank charity based in Boston which provides facilities, guidance and support for homeless and vulnerable people in the area.
The High Sheriff of Lincolnshire Claire Birch, who is also the owner of Doddington Hall, holding a speech about food poverty and sustainability. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The Very Reverend Christine Wilson welcoming the guests to Lincoln Cathedral. The event also raised funds for maintenance and repairs. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Before the supper, guests watched a specially-commissioned photo story, with a live music accompaniment, created by observational photographer Henry Kenyon, who grew up in Lincolnshire, studied in London and now lives in Bristol.
Guests watching a specially-commissioned photo story, with a live music accompaniment, created by observational photographer Henry Kenyon. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The live music accompaniment to the photo montage from the Boston food bank projects. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Henry spent time at four food projects in Boston, which all come under the umbrella of the Lincolnshire Food Partnership, which works for a fairer, greener, more sustainable food system in the county.
The four projects shown were the Maud Foster Windmill, Willoughby Road Allotment Association, Greenfield Bakers, and Centrepoint Outreach.
The Harvest Supper was held in the Lincoln Cathedral nave.| Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
An Autumnal tablescape including Lincolnshire produce and flowers. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Three long banquet tables lined the Lincoln Cathedral nave. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Guests were seated at long banquet tables, sharing large plates of some of the county’s finest produce.
The menu included roasted Lincolnshire squash, Cote Hill blue cheese, Doddington herd Lincoln red grass-finished beef, and baked Lincolnshire beetroots and roast potatoes.
Chef Sam Owen from Salted Orange prepared the harvest supper with produce from Doddington Hall. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The table decorations were from Doddington Hall too, the home of the High Sheriff. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Roasted Lincolnshire squash with Cote Hill blue cheese for starters. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Doddington herd Lincoln Red grass-fed beef, slow cooked in pomegranate & beetroot juice, topped with cinnamon & cumin caramelised onions. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Baked Lincolnshire beetroots and barley & cauliflower warm salad with a lemon & dill dressing. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
An auction and raffle was also held to raise money for Centrepoint Outreach, with experience days such as sushi making at Fulbeck Hall and a large dinner at the Great Hall at Doddington on offer.
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