Honorary Fellows
Honorary Fellows
These are colleagues who have been vital to our establishment and ongoing success, and who have agreed to become PEALS Honorary Fellows.
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Dr Parveen Akhtar
Dr Parveen Akhtar is a community activist and participatory researcher. She's a Visiting Associate of the University's Institute of Ageing and Health.
She's won two awards with Pummi Mattu: the 2006 North East Equality Award for ‘Individuals Making a Difference’ and Honorary Doctorates in Civil Law from Newcastle University in 2009.
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Professor Sir Kenneth Calman
Sir Kenneth was Chair of the first steering group of PEALS and a key figure involved in our initial set up.
He has continued to be a valuable supporter of our work since becoming Chancellor of the University of Glasgow. Read more.
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Professor Christopher Edwards
During his time as Vice-Chancellor of Newcastle University, Sir Christopher provided invaluable investment in PEALS. Read more.
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Professor David Leat
David Leat is Professor of Curriculum Innovation at Newcastle University. He's Executive Director of the Research Centre for Learning and Teaching. He's Deputy Director of SOLE Central (Research Centre for Self-Organised Learning).
He was Chair of our External Advisory Board for five years (2010-15). During this time he was a true 'critical friend' to PEALS, giving thoughtful and supportive advice.
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Dr Pummi Mattu
Dr Pummi Mattu is a community activist and participatory researcher. She's a Visiting Associate of the University's Institute of Ageing and Health.
She's won two awards with Parveen Akhtar: They won the 2006 North East Equality Award for ‘Individuals Making a Difference’ and were awarded Honorary Doctorates in Civil Law from Newcastle University in 2009.
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Mary Midgley
Mary Midgley was one of the country's leading philosophers. She taught philosophy at Newcastle University from 1962 until 1980. In 2008 she received an honorary Doctor of Civil Law degree from Newcastle University.
She has written 15 books and countless articles. She appeared regularly on radio and television until her death in 2018. Read more.
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James Wright
James Wright is a former Vice-Chancellor of Newcastle University. He retired in December 2000 after nine years in office.
James was part of the group behind the formation of PEALS, helping to secure initial investment in our Centre. He has continued to support our work after his retirement from Newcastle University.