She noted how it even has the word "open" in its name, which echoes her thoughts: "we have to start by setting goals, such as health and education for all, and then backtrack and design the economy to deliver on that" instead of the other way around. Mazzucato began her speech by highlighting the significance of being awarded an honorary doctorate by the UOC, a university that is strongly committed to " education for all". Also taking part were Àngels Fitó, UOC Vice President for Competitiveness and Employability Teresa Ribera, Spanish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge, and Ada Colau, Mayor of Barcelona. Planell led the ceremony in Barcelona City Council's Saló de Cent. Mariana Mazzucato, renowned as one of the world's most influential economists, was awarded an honorary doctorate by the UOC on Thursday 3 February.
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