Inspiring graduates receive Distinguished Alumni Awards

A trophy in front of a screen that reads 'Distinguished Alumni Awards 2024'.

Since 2012, Loughborough University has annually recognised graduates who have demonstrated outstanding inspiration, merit, achievement or commitment to a particular role, or society, education, knowledge and research through the Distinguished Alumni Awards.

Many graduates of Loughborough Business School have gone on to achieve senior positions within their profession or achieved major milestones, progressing with purpose towards their own significant life goals.

On Wednesday 20 November, Loughborough Business School held its Distinguished Alumni Awards. This celebration evening brought together alumni, academics, students and staff from across the School to acknowledge the contributions of this year’s nominees.

Three alumnae were presented with awards for their achievements by Professor Jan Godsell, Dean of Loughborough Business School:

Katy Samuels receiving an award from Jan Godsell.

Katy Samuels

BSc Economics and Politics 2016

In recognition of her outstanding achievements and support of Loughborough students.

Renè Germain receiving an award from Jan Godsell.

Renè Germain

BSc International Business 2016

In recognition of her purpose to inspire black students to achieve success.

Roshni Fernando receiving an award from Jan Godsell.

Roshni Fernando

BSc Management Sciences 1993

In recognition of her outstanding career in business and philanthropy.

A student delivering a talk at an event.

The evening also saw four current students afforded the opportunity to share their stories with attendees. These students showcased experiences ranging from international study exchange to setting up their own unique, independent businesses as part of the ‘Year in Enterprise’ scheme.

Professor Godsell said: “This year we presented Distinguished Alumni Awards to three inspirational women who truly embody the Business School’s ‘Progress with Purpose’ ethos. Following their time at Loughborough, they have gone on to make a meaningful impact in the world – from inspiring current students and achieving significant career goals, to fostering more responsible and sustainable business practices. It was a privilege to be able to recognise their achievements through the Distinguished Alumni Awards.”