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September 2002
Neil puts in a first class performance

Neil Gerrity receives his degree

Aspiring solicitor Neil Gerrity enjoyed every minute of his law degree at Staffordshire University - even the many hours he spent in the library.

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And the 21-year-old was rewarded for his efforts with a first class law degree and the Sweet and Maxwell prize for the best third year performance.

Neil from Daleview Drive, Newcastle, said:

I enjoyed it from start to finish. I enjoyed eveyrthing - all the people and the whole university experience.

Neil Gerrity

Neil was one of 4,500 graduates who celebrated their degree success during a week of ceremonies at Trentham.

And having signed up to the Legal Practice Course, he is hoping to repeat the experience again next year.

Article by Maria Scrivens

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