Claire Chick awarded posthumous doctorate
Claire was murdered in January
The University of Plymouth celebrated the life and legacy of Claire Chick, through the award of a posthumous PhD.
Claire was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy – the University’s highest accolade – in recognition of a programme of work titled ‘Testing an intervention to develop resilience in student nurses and embed a strategy in undergraduate curricula’.
Many members of Claire’s family and her friends attended the Graduation ceremony at Theatre Royal Plymouth on Tuesday.
Claire was murdered after being stabbed by her ex-partner Paul Butler who was jailed in April.
As a photo of Claire – edited to include an updated cap and gown – was shown on screen, her doctorate was collected by one of her daughters, Lydia Peers, and her brother, David Chick.
To further her legacy, Claire’s friends in the University’s School of Nursing and Midwifery have created the Claire Chick Nursing Fund which is raising funds in her memory.
As a dedicated nurse and a passionate advocate for student nurses, Claire championed opportunities and supported the next generation of the profession.
With the support of her family, friends, and colleagues, her legacy of supporting student nurses continues through the Nursing Fund.
It will provide travel bursaries, support for those facing financial or personal hardship, and other vital assistance to ensure that all nursing students – regardless of background or circumstance – can make the most of their education and go on to make a difference in our communities.