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Vinod Tailor FCIB DL, who recently finished his term of office as High Sheriff of ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼, was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Business Administration at a graduation ceremony at the University’s Putteridge Bury campus, in recognition of services to business and the local community.

Vinod first came to the UK from Uganda as a refugee in 1972. He worked at Tesco while studying at high school before beginning his working life at NatWest Bank as a messenger, where he quickly worked his way through the ranks. He went on to enjoy a successful career, spanning over 40 years, in the banking and financial sector.

More recently he took on the role of High Sheriff of ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼, an appointment made by the Queen which dates back to Saxon times. The prestigious role is to act as the Queen's representative in ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ for all matters relating to the Judiciary and the maintenance of law and order.

Congratulations to former High Sheriff of ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ Vinod Tailor DL for his honorary doctorate in Business Adminstration

— UoB Press Office (@uobnews)

Speaking about his time as High Sheriff, Vinod said: “This role taught me a lot about humility and what people have done by putting themselves second and putting others first in serving the community and voluntary sector, which is a great part of the United Kingdom.”

He also offered words of advice to the Class of 2018, saying: “This country provides the best opportunities and in your chosen careers, please give your best, and remember that you are part of a bigger community and should be a responsible citizen.”

Vinod joined students from the Faculty of Education & Sport, who collected awards in front of excited family and friends.