Lakehead University release
THUNDER BAY -- Lakehead University will recognize six exceptional people at this year’s convocation ceremonies on Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2 at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium.
Canadian Sports Broadcaster Ron MacLean, Porter Airlines’ President & CEO Robert Deluce, and former Ryerson University President and Deputy Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Development Dr. Sheldon Levy will each receive an honorary degree for their remarkable achievements.
“These individuals are being recognized for their exceptional accomplishments along with the achievements of our students who will graduate this year,” said Dr. Moira McPherson, Lakehead’s Interim President and Vice-Chancellor.
Lakehead will also honor the dedication of Beverly Sabourin, Jim Symington, and Pentti Paularinne by naming them Fellows of the University.
David Tamblyn, Chair of Lakehead’s Board of Governors, said Fellows are chosen due to their contributions to the growth and development of Lakehead University.
“For many years, Lakehead students have benefitted from their support and for that we are very grateful,” Tamblyn said.
More than 1,700 students will graduate during the three Thunder Bay ceremonies and more than 400 will graduate from the Orillia convocation ceremony that will be held on Saturday, June 9.
