U of A names honorary degree recipients for 2021 spring convocation

A humanitarian homebuilder, a leader in cardiology, a longtime advocate for Indigenous youth and Alberta’s 19th lieutenant-governor will receive the university’s highest honour as part of virtual convocation ceremonies this June.

April 28, 2021 By Michael Brown (FOLIO, University of Alberta)

Four Edmontonians whose distinct and equally noble efforts to help others have made their hometown, province and country a better place will receive honorary degrees as part of the University of Alberta's virtual graduation ceremonies this June.

U of A chancellor Peggy Garritty said this year’s recipients of an honorary degree—the highest honour the university confers—exemplify the power of one person to create positive change in local, national and international communities.