Aberdeen University has kicked off a new project aimed at celebrating the lives and achievements of 525 graduates.
Telling the story of individuals who have passed through their doors since the university first opened in 1495, the 525 Alumni of Achievement project will recognise the achievements of excellence of their students.
Nominations for the project are open to anyone who has a degree from Aberdeen University or one of its predecessor institutions, Kings College or Marischal Colllege.
They must also be characterised by outstanding contribution to country, career, community or the university
Plans to produce a book are being considered as a digital publication of the 525 alumni will be available later this year.
Rob Donelson, executive director of advancement, said the project was a fitting celebration for the university’s 525th anniversary.
“Throughout its 525-year history, Aberdeen University alumni can be found in every walk of life – educators and artists, poets and playwrights, public servants and parliamentarians, serving society’s marginalised and disadvantaged, those seeking justice and equality, and those providing healthcare.
“Still others are leading businesses that grow our economy, Nobel Prize winners who transform scientific thinking, and skilled athletes, coaches and mentors performing at their peak of excellence. In short, Aberdeen alumni have built and continue to build a stronger Scotland and a better world.”
To nominate an Alumni of Achievement, go to www.abdn.ac.uk/525alumni