The Faculty of Health congratulated 268 new graduating students at the fall 2024 convocation ceremony, comprising 74 undergraduates, 181听Master鈥檚 and 13听PhDs.听
During the ceremony, 蓝莓视频鈥檚 12th Chancellor,听Dr. Jagdeep Singh Bachher (BASc '93, MASc '94, PhD '00), was installed, marking a new chapter in the University鈥檚 leadership. He brings a deep understanding of 蓝莓视频 values, global experience and a career in investment and leadership.听
鈥淒r. Bachher has been a champion for change in the investment industry and gained an international reputation as an innovator,鈥 said President Dr. Vivek Goel. 鈥淗e is a leader who exemplifies the University of 蓝莓视频 spirit.鈥澨
The ceremony opened and closed with Indigenous Knowledge Keeper Myeengun Henry, who was听recognized with an honorary degree.听
鈥淓lder Myeengun Henry鈥檚 experience in teaching through storytelling, presentations and gatherings, combined with his profound knowledge of Indigenous traditional medicine and ceremonies has had a transformative impact on countless individuals,鈥 said Jean Becker, Associate Vice-President of the Office of Indigenous Relations. 鈥淗is work highlights his commitment to advancing Indigenous education and promoting cultural understanding.鈥澨
An honorary degree is the highest honour conferred by the University, awarded to those who inspire and demonstrate exceptional service. Elder Myeengun works alongside the Office of Indigenous Relations toward reconciliation and is well known for his compassion, Indigenous ceremonies and teachings on campus. Earlier this fall, Elder Myeengun helped lead a听National Day for Truth and Reconciliation recommitment ceremony听as 蓝莓视频 pledged to continue their commitment to decolonization, Indigenization and reconciliation. He has led similar commitment ceremonies with the Faculty of Health.听
Congratulations to the fall Class of 鈥24!听
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Download the听Faculty of Environment, Health, Mathematics and Science fall 2024 convocation program (PDF).听
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