OT-Queen's Brian May becomes chancellor
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Wed Apr 16, 2008 1:00 amby Angiekay
Queen guitarist Brian May is now officially Chancellor of John Moores University in Liverpool, England. When he's not playing music, May is studying science -- and has been since taking up astrophysics in his 20s. Now the 60-year-old guitarist will start his fellowship, which was awarded for his contributions to astronomy. According to the BBC, May was officially installed as chancellor at a ceremony with 500 people. He's taken the spot previously held by former Prime Minister Tony Blair's wife, Cherie. He'll represent the university at various events, and will also handle the school's graduation ceremony.
May studied Astrophysics at Imperial College, London, but left school in the early 1970s to play with Queen. Just last year, he went back to complete his PhD thesis and was awarded his doctorate.
In a statement released by the university, he said: "I am passionate about education and lifelong learning. It really doesn't matter how old you are or what stage of your life you are in, it is never, ever too late to start learning."
May will join Queen on tour this fall, again with guest singer Paul Rodgers, formerly of Bad Company and Free. They have recorded a new album, which is expected out September 1st.
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Wed Apr 16, 2008 1:11 amby journey4tomorrow
Wow he's keeping busy! Kudos to him!
Re: OT-Queen's Brian May becomes chancellor
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Wed Apr 16, 2008 2:57 amby mistiejourney
Angiekay wrote:
Queen guitarist Brian May is now officially Chancellor of John Moores University in Liverpool, England. When he's not playing music, May is studying science -- and has been since taking up astrophysics in his 20s. Now the 60-year-old guitarist will start his fellowship, which was awarded for his contributions to astronomy. According to the BBC, May was officially installed as chancellor at a ceremony with 500 people. He's taken the spot previously held by former Prime Minister Tony Blair's wife, Cherie. He'll represent the university at various events, and will also handle the school's graduation ceremony.
May studied Astrophysics at Imperial College, London, but left school in the early 1970s to play with Queen. Just last year, he went back to complete his PhD thesis and was awarded his doctorate.
In a statement released by the university, he said: "I am passionate about education and lifelong learning. It really doesn't matter how old you are or what stage of your life you are in, it is never, ever too late to start learning."
May will join Queen on tour this fall, again with guest singer Paul Rodgers, formerly of Bad Company and Free. They have recorded a new album, which is expected out September 1st.
As someone who has decided to go back for the BS degree at the age of 50 with a goal of a PhD by 60, this is VERY inspiriring!!!!!
Re: OT-Queen's Brian May becomes chancellor
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Wed Apr 16, 2008 6:00 amby Babyblue
As someone who has decided to go back for the BS degree at the age of 50 with a goal of a PhD by 60, this is VERY inspiriring!!!!!
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That is so great for the both of you.
Posted:
Thu Apr 17, 2008 11:29 pmby Michigan Girl
Mr. May's perspective on education has always impressed me!!! VERY smart man!!
Re: OT-Queen's Brian May becomes chancellor
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Fri Apr 18, 2008 2:11 amby Michigan Girl
As someone who has decided to go back for the BS degree at the age of 50 with a goal of a PhD by 60, this is VERY inspiriring!!!!!
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Babyblue wrote:That is so great for the both of you.
BB~ I think there is only ONE of her!!! I get the impression she is trying to accomplish BOTH of these feats!! YOU are SO cute!!:wink:
GOOD LUCK MJ and GOOD for YOU!!!
