Name a Seat Stories: The personal stories behind the plaques, part seventeen
The Name a Seat campaign continues to bring many wonderful stories from supporters who have chosen to leave their mark on the University. Read our next instalment of stories below:
The Name a Seat campaign continues to bring many wonderful stories from supporters who have chosen to leave their mark on the University. Read our next instalment of stories below:
“Growing up close to Liverpool, my parents took me to as many plays, shows and concerts as they could afford. I have so many memories of shows at the Liverpool Empire, The Playhouse and The Everyman theatres and concerts at the Royal Philharmonic. Later, as a University of Liverpool student from 1992-1995, I was grateful to continue to attend many events thanks to the generously priced student tickets. I wish my parents could see how the legacy of that investment continues through to their grandchildren, who are both pursuing further education in the Performing Arts in the USA. Both of my parents grew up in Liverpool and were part of that exciting time of the Beatles, the Cavern and so on. I know they would have been excited to see a new performing arts venue in the city and I’m grateful to have the chance to name a seat in their honour and in recognition of my education I received at the University of Liverpool.” Clare Hardy (BSc Hons Zoology 1995)
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“I have completed my master’s degree in Project Management in 2018. My wife and three daughters have attended the graduation ceremony. For them, it was an overwhelming event. However, on a personal level, I have learned that, in life, there is time to accomplish dreams, it is all about waking up and starting the real work in the right place.
Knowledge alone is not enough; experience alone is not enough. Success is harvested by specialized-in-specific-field people who transfer their knowledge to empower others, whose visions, and ambitions align with the needs and trends of this very dynamic life. I have learned that at the University of Liverpool.” Jean Khnaizer (MSc Project Management 2019)
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“I graduated with an LLB in 2021. I would like to name a seat in The Tung Auditorium at the heart of our new Yoko Ono Lennon Centre to celebrate this special moment for me” Zhanyu Zhou (LLB Law 2021)
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“As a former student of the University of Liverpool, I was always aware of the Beatles music connections to the city. My son grew up listening to the Beatles and loves their music as I do. These early music influences inspired him to become a musician and guitarist who enjoys playing music to people whenever he can”. Peter McHugh (MCivic Design 1993)
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“Coming to Liverpool University in 1982 was a transformative experience for me. I enjoyed being at the University, and the opportunity to indulge in intellectual enquiry, I had some great social and political experiences made some lifelong friends, and fell in love with the city. Although I only lived in Liverpool for three years, the city has been a part of my identity ever since” Ben Lucas (BA Hons Modern History & Politics 1985)
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“Came here to study but never left! Met my wife here at the University of Liverpool, spent 8 and a half years studying. A successful career as a cosmetic dentist in Liverpool. Blessed with four children, my first child also qualified as a dentist from the University of Liverpool. Thank you!” Dr Khalid Khan (BSc Hons Zoology 1982 and BDS Dental Surgery 1989)
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“To celebrate our sons 21st birthday and in recognition of his dedication to studying his MPhys at Liverpool. He is both our motivation and inspiration and has an aptitude for music. Music is a gift to us all along life’s journey” Jayne and Anthony Regan
If you would like to be part of this legacy, visit our dedicated webpage. If you would like to share your story, please email: giving@liverpool.ac.uk
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