​Mrs. Sharon Ann Burrows of Sandys parish received an honorary doctorate degree in natural health science in recognition of her longstanding charitable work with seniors and impoverished persons. Ms. Doreen Williams James of Wild Herbs and Plants of Bermuda received an honorary doctorate in recognition of her acclaimed contribution to the field of botanical medicine. Dr. Barbara Holder, retired school psychologist, was also honored and was inducted as professor emeritus of the College of Natural Health Sciences Bermuda. Chanakan Chankhao (valedictorian), Kanlaya Matjot, Chanyarat Phiphatvarakoon, and Pittayarat Simmons, all of which are Bermuda residents from Thailand received their diplomas in Osteokinaesthetic clinical competence with distinction. They all qualified to become registered Osteokinaesthetic Practitioners with the Bermuda Osteopathy Association. Dr. Detroy Bean, chancellor, remarked on how in awe he was of this year’s graduates who have had to overcome significant language barriers in order to complete the program.

The late Honorable Louise Jackson OBE JP was today posthumously awarded an honorary doctoral degree in natural health science from the College of Natural Health Sciences Bermuda, in recognition of her sterling contribution to Bermudian society. Susan Jackson JP MP who attended the ceremony along with other Jackson family members, accepted the honor on behalf of her mother. “My mother left some very huge shoes to fill. Always giving of herself, she was the epitome of this year’s graduation theme “Living Longer Stronger!” She would have been so thrilled to be honored in this way!’ Dr. Detroy Bean, chancellor, paid homage to Dr. The Honorable Louise Jackson whose contribution to Bermuda “remains unmatched”.