Alumnus of the year

An award that recognises and celebrates the achievements of alumni. It is awarded for services to the community, achievements in arts or sciences, in business, public or academic life.

Professor Lesley Yellowlees is Vice-Principal and Head of the College of Science and Engineering.

Sir Chris Hoy is a track cyclist and six-time Olympic gold medal winner.

Philippa Gregory is a best-selling novelist and founder of the charity, Gardens for Gambia.

Emily Maw is director of the Innocence Project New Orleans.