The Senate of Dalhousie University
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Senate Honorary Degrees Committee (SHDC)

The award of Honorary Degrees is an important feature of Convocations at Dalhousie University.

           Dr. James Cowan
         Honorary Doctor of Laws
    Conferred on October 18, 2009

These awards are important to the celebration of the achievements of our graduates and add to the distinction of the ceremony which graduates, their families, members of the Dalhousie community and guests will remember with pride and satisfaction. 

The Honorary Degree is intended to recognize individuals, who by their extraordinary achievements and/or service to society, provide inspiration and models of leadership and integrity to Dalhousie's student body; and to honour significant patterns of achievement at, or contributions to Dalhousie University. 

The Nomination Form for an Honorary Degree Candidate and criteria for honorary degree candidates are contained in the Call for Honorary Degree Nominations memo listed below.