This week, with more than 1,400 students eligible to graduate, campus will be a busy place as Spring Convocation preparations ramp up. The two-day, four-ceremony event draws several thousand guests who come from all over the world to see their family members graduate. A small army of employees and faculty, staff, community and student volunteers make sure everything runs smoothly.
To view Convocation online -- no matter where you are -- please visit this website. The image will be live a few minutes prior to each ceremony.
The relevant information students, families, guests staff, volunteers and faculty need to know is available at this website.
Construction Detours
Because of the tunnel closure and construction project barricades around the Library and SU building entrances, there will be changes to where graduands line up for the ceremonies. That information can be found here -- "What to Expect on Your Convocation Day"
Honorary Degree Recipients
This year, four individuals with diverse career and community service experiences will receive an Honorary Degree from the University of Lethbridge.
Richard (Rick) Casson -- Ceremony 1 (May 30, morning)
The former Manager of University of Lethbridge Printing Services, Rick Casson has served the University, his home community of Picture Butte, the people of southern Alberta and Canada as a whole over the course of his 30-plus year political career.
Neil Wittmann -- Ceremony 2 (May 30, afternoon)
Lethbridge Collegiate Institute graduate Neil Wittmann has long been respected as one of the top litigators in the province of Alberta, serving as an exceptional teacher and mentor to junior lawyers and erstwhile champion of ethical litigation.
Rivka Golani -- Ceremony 3 (May 31, morning)
A world-class musician, performer, teacher and promoter of classical music, Rivka Golani is among the top-five viola soloists in the world and a major contributor to the advancement of classical music in southern Alberta.
Robert Turner -- Ceremony 4 (May 31, afternoon)
As Chair of the Board of Governors for the University of Lethbridge for six years (2006-2012), Robert Turner helped guide the University through an era of significant change and growth, including the creation of a new Strategic Plan, a successful fundraising campaign and a major expansion of campus services.
Ingrid Speaker Medal for Distinguished Research, Scholarship or Performance -- Dr. Cynthia Chambers
Professor of Education Dr. Cynthia Chambers is a leading figure in Canadian curriculum and literacy studies, and the enduring influence of her research has extended locally and around the world.
Distinguished Teaching Award -- Dr. Hadi Kharaghani
Combining dedication, wit and an unparalleled mathematical knowledge, Dr. Hadi Kharaghani (Mathematics and Computer Science) helps students at every level of ability, pushing them to reach their potential.
Kharaghani, a professor in the Department of Mathematics who has shaped the lives of many aspiring scientists and engineers, is the 2013 Distinguished Teaching Award recipient.
Volunteer Award -- Alberta Summer Games Team
Thanks to the dedicated volunteer work of Jochen Bocksnick, Deb Marek, Cheryl Meheden and Nancy Walker, for four days in July 2012, over 2,600 athletes came to Lethbridge to compete in the 2012 Alberta Summer Games.
Bocksnick, Marek, Meheden and Walker sat on the Board of Directors for the games as well as managing their own specific portfolios.
The Senate of the University of Lethbridge is proud to recognize their service with the 2013 University of Lethbridge Volunteer Award.
Board of Governors Teaching Chair -- Dr. Harold Jansen
Regarded as one of the country’s top political science experts, Dr. Harold Jansen is a leader in his field, respected for his vast knowledge of Alberta politics and government.
With research interests that speak to the future of politics and the influence that the Internet plays on political communication in Canada, Jansen is considered to be an active and innovative researcher, constantly pushing the boundaries of his discipline.
The University of Lethbridge is proud to recognize Jansen as the Board of Governors Teaching Chair for 2013. His two-year appointment will commence July 1, 2013.
