Dr. Jim Murphy Receives an Honorary Doctorate

Dr. Jim Murphy, emeritus Professor of English, received an honorary doctorate from the National University of Ireland, Galway, on Oct. 18, “for his dedication in bringing an inter-disciplinary focus to the study of the history and culture of both Ireland and Irish-America.”
 
Jim Murphy surprise party
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Jim Murphy and Megan Quigley

“The award recognises Professor Murphy's lifetime dedication to celebrating Irish culture, developing transatlantic links, and promoting the transformative effect of studying abroad.”

Visit the university's Twitter post to see some of Dr. Murphy's advice for students starting college.

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