Simon Coveney receives Distinguished Fellowship from Griffith College

Simon Coveney has been honoured by Griffith College with a Distinguished Fellowship Award, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to public service, international diplomacy and peace. 
  
The award was presented at a ceremony held at Griffith College Dublin on November 5, 2026.   

Mr Coveney is one of Ireland’s best-known politicians, having served in a range of senior roles in Government over the past two decades, including as Tánaiste from 2017 to 2020. He was a member of cabinet from 2011 to 2024. 

Professor Diarmuid Hegarty, President of Griffith College, praised Mr Coveney for his contribution to politics: “We are delighted to confer this Distinguished Fellowship Award on Simon Coveney. His public service and commitment to diplomacy have played an important part in shaping modern Ireland and its place within the international community.”  

(Pictured: Professor Diarmuid Hegarty, President of Griffith College, and Simon Coveney.) 

Griffith College’s Distinguished Fellowship Award is presented to individuals who have made a significant international contribution to Ireland in any field. Past recipients include Nobel Prize-winning poet Seamus Heaney, Broadcaster Joe Duffy and former President of Ireland Mary McAleese.  

To view all previous recipients, click the link below: 
Honorary Award Alumni