University Honours Committee
Mission
The University Honours Committee considers nominations for recipients of the title "emeritus/emerita" and for recipients of honorary degrees.
Membership 2024-2025
| Name | Title | Role | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Rahilly | President and Vice-Chancellor | Chair | Ex officio |
| Dawn Farrell | Chancellor | Member | Ex officio |
| Chad London | Provost and Vice-President, Academic | Member | Ex officio |
| Melanie Rogers | Vice-President, University Advancement | Member | Ex officio |
| Stephen Price | Dean, Faculty of Health, Community and Education | Member (appointed by the Provost) | June 30, 2026 |
| Jennifer Pettit | Dean, Faculty of Arts | Member (appointed by the Provost) | June 30, 2026 |
| Rachael Pettigrew | Academic Staff Member | Member (elected by GFC) | June 30, 2026 |
| Maryam Elahi | Academic Staff Member | Member (elected by GFC) | June 30, 2026 |
| Kathy Homer | Assistant University Secretary, Board | Recording Secretary |
Honorary Degrees
Honorary degrees are awarded in recognition of an individual's extraordinary achievement or outstanding service in our community, in Canada or internationally. Successful candidates are those who have distinguished themselves from others, achieved an exceptional standard of excellence in their chosen field and used their position or recognition for the betterment of society. The individual’s achievement should be aligned with the vision and values of Mount Royal University and the candidate should provide leadership and inspiration by being a role model to our graduates.
Guidelines for the Awarding of Honorary Degrees at Mount Royal University
Nomination form for an Honorary Degree Candidate Academic Emeritus/Emerita Designation The emeritus/emerita designation is an award that recognizes the outstanding, distinguished contributions of a retired individual to the academic life of Mount Royal University. As an award that recognizes distinguished service, it is not bestowed automatically. It is bestowed by the Board of Governors on the recommendation of General Faculties Council and the Mount Royal University Honours Committee. Once granted, the title is held continually at the pleasure of the Board of Governors of Mount Royal University.
Academic Emeriti Recipients
Academic Emeritus/Emerita Designation Policy
Academic Emeritus/Emerita Designation Procedures
Nomination Form for an Academic Emeritus/Emerita Candidate
For further information, contact:
University Secretariat
secretariat@mtroyal.ca