X-Men star becomes Professor S

Updated 13.33 Mon Jul 14 2008
Keywords: graduation, honour, university, Huddersfield, Stewart, professor, Patrick

Patrick Stewart, who plays Professor Xavier in the X-Men films, has been honoured with a real professorship at Huddersfield University.

The star was named Professor of Performing Arts at the university, where he is chancellor.

The star was named Professor of Performing Arts at Huddersfield University, where he is chancellor

The actor said: "I'm truly honoured to receive this title.

"The university is an outstanding educational institution, one that I am extremely proud to be associated with, and I look forward to continuing to work with the staff and students."

Stewart became the school's chancellor in November 2004. After the ceremony, he led 400 students in a procession through the town centre.

Vice-chancellor Professor Bob Cryan said: "We are delighted that Patrick was able to attend today and lead our first procession through Huddersfield, which was a great honour for the university and the town."

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