A student from Motherwell paid tribute to his late granddad by wearing the gown he had graduated in at his own graduation ceremony. Cameron Gunn was left heartbroken when his beloved grandpa, Ralph, who had been a lifelong advocate for academia, died in 2023. It was an especially poignant moment for Cameron who studied BSc Psychology at University of Stirling when he celebrated his graduation this week, wearing his grandpa鈥檚 gown, which his gran Jean Gunn gifted to him on graduating. Ralph had served as Vice-Principal at Bell College, and had attended the University of Stirling himself to study a postgraduate course in higher education management. Cameron was determined to make his grandfather proud and knuckled down to embrace every opportunity that came his way as he studied for his degree. He said: 鈥淭o mark my graduation, my grandma gave me a present, my grandpa鈥檚 gown from when he was working at Bell College as a lecturer and Vice-Principal. 鈥淗e wore it during graduation and academic events and now I鈥檝e had the opportunity to do the same. 鈥淗e couldn鈥檛 be here to take part in the celebrations, but I鈥檓 happy that a part of him was with me as I marked my graduation. 鈥淢y grandpa was an advocate for academia, further education and supporting young people, he was one of the reasons I chose to pursue university. 鈥淚鈥檓 proud of what I鈥檝e achieved, but I wish I could鈥檝e shared it with him.鈥 In total, 2,157 students graduated from the University of Stirling this week. Four ceremonies were held across two days on June 25 26, with graduates celebrating their academic achievements alongside family, friends and university staff. Nicky Reid, who is CEO of the SPFL (Scottish Professional Football League) Trust, and Paul Bush OBE, former Director of Events at VisitScotland 鈥 who was instrumental in bringing major spectacles, including the Commonwealth Games and Ryder Cup to Scotland 鈥 both received honorary degrees. Professor Sir Gerry McCormac, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Stirling, said: 鈥淣icky Reid has worked tirelessly on projects that showcase the powerful impact that sport can have across the communities they are so deeply rooted in, providing benefits throughout society. 鈥淧aul Bush is a true champion of the events industry, and his work has helped to put Scotland on the map as a world class host for some of the globe鈥檚 biggest sporting and cultural celebrations. 鈥淭heir influence and achievements will act as an inspiration to the talented and committed students as they graduate this week. Congratulations to all our graduating students.鈥 *Don’t miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here . And did you know Lanarkshire Live had its own app? Download yours for free here .