Alumni celebrate the Class of 2020

Lancaster alumni came together to congratulate the Class of 2020. Watch their full messages below.

Andy Serkis – Actor and Director

DLitt (Hon) 2019, BA Independent Studies, County 1985 👉"Have confidence that all the hard work that you have done is going to pay off"
Nick Hope – BBC Sports Reporter

BSc Psychology, Grizedale 2005 👉"A degree from Lancaster really does make the difference. It will open doors."
Sarah Waters – Author

DLitt (Hon) 2017, MA Contemporary Literary Studies 1988 👉"It's amazing, it's a wonderful achievement, I am absolutely in awe of you"
Tez Ilyas – Comedian and Actor

MSc Management 2005, BSc Biochemistry, Furness 2004 👉"Keep in touch with your friends, stay connected to Lancaster University!"

Professor Lucy Rogers – Inventor and Engineer

PhD Engineering 2001, BEng, Fylde College 1995 👉"You have succeeded in overcoming all the obstacles that the world has put in front of you!"
Rainer Hersch – Comedian and Musician

BA Economics, Cartmel College 1985 👉"Pursue your goal with passion and commitment whatever it is!"
Tim Pemberton – Broadcaster

BA Philosophy and Religious Studies, Furness College 1986 👉"Seize every opportunity that comes your way!"
Damian Barr – Writer and Broadcaster

PhD Creative Writing 2020, MA Contemporary Sociology, 2000, BA Sociology and English Literature, Bowland College 1998 👉"Go where your curiosity takes you and think about how you can make a difference in the world!"