Pictured from left are Rhiannon Giddens and Ruth Negga who were conferred with the institution’s highest award at a ceremony today, Monday, in UL’s Irish World Academy of Music and Dance. One of Ireland’s most acclaimed actresses and a two-time Grammy Award winning artist have been awarded honorary doctorates by University of Limerick. Ruth Negga and Rhiannon Giddens were conferred with the institution’s highest award at a ceremony today in UL’s Irish World Academy of Music and Dance. Rhiannon’s residency at the Irish World Academy over the past four years has enlivened our campus, shaped curricula, and supported students in profound ways. For the past four years, she has served as artist-in-residence at the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance.

Source: Irish Independent February 17, 2026 09:47 UTC