Deacon Blue drummer and celebrated broadcaster Dougie Vipond will receive an honorary degree from Stirling University next week.
The 57-year-old is being recognised for his outstanding contribution to music, broadcasting, and community.
Vipond, who has been with the Scottish band since its formation in 1985, has also enjoyed a TV career spanning decades.
He currently presents the outdoor-based BBC show Landward, but has also fronted a vast array of sports coverage, most notably Scotland’s footballing highlights show Sportscene.
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A graduate of what is now the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Vipond will receive the honour in a ceremony celebrating 500 Stirling students on the university’s campus on March 22.
Professor Sir Gerry McCormac, the principal of the university, said: “Dougie Vipond’s achievements in music and broadcasting are inspiring.
“His success with Deacon Blue and as a versatile broadcaster makes him a fantastic role model for our students.
“Everyone at the university is looking forward to celebrating with Dougie, our latest cohort of graduands, and their families and friends.”
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