Honorary doctorates announced for spring convocation
Ryerson will recognize six honorary doctorates during June convocation. Photo credit: Mark Yan.
President Mohamed Lachemi announced the following honorary doctorates to be recognized at convocation in June. Watch Ryerson Today in the spring for stories about successful graduates who will be crossing the stage this year and more about the distinguished doctorates.
Faculty of Arts
Richard Atleo – Hereditary Chief of the Ahousaht First Nation, associate adjunct professor, University of Victoria; Doctor of Laws
Faculty of Communication and Design
Eric McCormack – Canadian actor, alumnus Theatre '85; Doctor of Laws
Faculty of Community Services
Jean Augustine – Former Canadian politician, social activist; Doctor of Laws
Faculty of Science
Samantha Nutt – Founder, War Child Canada and War Child USA; Doctor of Laws
Ted Rogers School of Management
Hazel McCallion – Former mayor of Mississauga, Chancellor, Sheridan College; Doctor of Commerce
Victor G. Dodig – President and CEO, CIBC; Doctor of Laws
