Donations welcome to U of L Senate Fund for free virtual event open to everyone
Following a year in which the University of Lethbridge did not confer any honorary degrees, the 2021 Spring Convocation celebrations will once again include their presentation.
The annual Chancellor’s Reception, to be hosted by U of L Chancellor Charles Weaselhead, takes place Thursday, June 10, 2021, at 7 p.m. via the Zoom platform. Everyone is welcome to attend the free event, with RSVP being accepted through June 7 (go.uleth.ca/chancellorsreception).
The University will confer five honorary degrees at the reception, the recipients being recognized for their scholarly, scientific or artistic achievement, or in recognition of exceptional contributions to the public good. The honoured individuals include Marlys Edwardh, Richard Haskayne, Dr. David Olson, Paulette Senior and former U of L Chancellor Janice Varzari. As well, the University Volunteer Award winner will be announced.
“I invite everyone to take part in this virtual event to hear from our exceptional honorary degree recipients as well as our Volunteer Award winner,” says Chancellor Charles Weaselhead. “We are offering this as a free event and hope that if you attend, in lieu of ticket costs, consider making a donation to the University of Lethbridge Senate Fund which supports student scholarships that recognize academic excellence and volunteerism.”
The evening will include a video featuring all five honorary degree recipients as well as the Volunteer Award winner and set the stage for Spring 2021 Convocation week celebrations, June 12-19.
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Contact:
Trevor Kenney, News & Information Manager
403-360-7639 (cell)
trevor.kenney@uleth.ca
@uLethbridge
