54TH CONVOCATION JUNE 1 & 2, 2018 THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO The Arms of the University were granted by the Earl Marshal, the Duke of Norfolk, on June 20, 1959 The heraldic description is: Coat of Arms “Barry wavy of six Argent and Azure on a Chief Gules in front of a rising Sun issuant from the base of the Chief Or between two Candles enflamed proper each surmounted of an open Book also proper edged and bound Gold a Portcullis chained Sable” Crest “On a Wreath Or and Azure on Water Barry wavy Argent and Azure in front of a Rock growing therefrom a Pine Tree a Canoe paddled by an Indian Brave and Canadian Trapper.” Motto Ad augusta per angusta Achievement through effort About our Friday, June 1, 2018 at 2pm Faculty of Engineering CEREMONIES Faculty of Law Faculty of Medicine Faculty of Natural Resources Management Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 9:30am Faculty of Business Administration Faculty of Health & Behavioural Sciences Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 2pm Faculty of Education Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities WELCOME TO LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY’S 54TH CONVOCATION CELEBRATION! Convocation is a traditional ceremony during which the University University – the Chancellor, who presides at convocation, the President officially grants the degrees and diplomas earned by its students. and Vice-Chancellor and the Chair of the Board of Governors – The word “convocation” means “calling together.” It is a are all of the Oxford cut and trim. Each has its own distinctive ceremonial meeting of the entire University community. colour. The colourful gowns worn by the individuals who are receiving honorary degrees are of the same design as are the black gowns worn by the student candidates. Academic Regalia The ritual at convocation reflects the medieval custom that On Convocation Day, University members and their guests wear anyone in a university could wear a gown, but a hood was the special attire based on a tradition that dates back as long as symbol of a degree. Students who have met the University’s seven centuries ago. The academic costume, also referred to as academic requirements (three, four, five, six or seven years of academic “dress” or “regalia,” had its origins in the medieval study in particular subjects) wear the symbol of their status European universities. The regalia were devised to distinguish as holders of a Lakehead University degree. Lakehead University’s academic persons as doctors, licentiates, masters, and bachelors. bachelor’s and master’s degree hoods are distinguished by a one or two inch colour border which indicates the degree acquired There are many variations of academic dress. The hood, (i.e. white for Arts, gold for Science, blue for Education, gown, and in some cases the special hat worn by an indi- burgundy for Nursing, etc). vidual are determined by the style of the university where he or she receives a degree. The colourful gowns and hoods of the The Mace universities from across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and several other nations of the world are worn at During the processional and the recessional, the Marshal for Lakehead University today. convocation carries the Mace, a silver wand which is a traditional symbol of the University’s authority. This mace was given to The academic dress chosen by Lakehead University is fashioned the University by the Alumni Association in 1971. It bears after that of the University of Oxford, the oldest English-speaking the University’s motto “Ad augusta per angusta”, Achievement university in the world. The robes worn by the officers of the through Effort. CONVOCATION 2018 Lakehead University GREETINGS FROM THE CHANCELLOR To Lakehead University’s Class of 2018, I want to offer my personal congratulations to each of you graduating today. You will have entered university coming from many different places and many different backgrounds, yet you clearly share a commitment to learning and a willingness to work towards the achievement of the goals you have set for yourselves. Those qualities will serve you well as you step into a future of your shaping. Your university education will have given you the knowledge and skills that are starting points for those next steps. Best wishes to each of you in all your future endeavours. Chancellor Lyn McLeod Lakehead University GREETINGS FROM THE INTERIM PRESIDENT AND VICE-CHANCELLOR Dear Lakehead University Graduates, Sincere congratulations to all of our Graduates! I am joined by Lakehead University’s faculty and staff, as well as your families and friends, in celebrating your achievements on the journey that has led to your graduation. Your University has helped shape the person you have become, just as you have left your unique mark on the people you have studied with during your time with us. Convocation is as much a final step as it is a leap towards your future. We wish you all the best as you embrace tomorrow’s challenges and choices. Dr. Moira McPherson Interim President & Vice-Chancellor Lakehead University 2 Honorary DEGREES The University confers “honorary” degrees which symbolize the highest honour that can be conferred upon an individual by the University. An honorary degree may be awarded in recognition of scholarly or creative achievements or distinguished public service to the country or region. They are awarded to individuals who have been designated by the University’s Senate, its senior academic governing body, as deserving special honour. At Convocation, the degree is awarded honoris causa, or “for the sake of honour.” A hood is also given to the recipient and it may be worn to any academic affair. Recipients of these degrees become honorary alumni of the University and they may affix, after their names, the abbreviation of the degree. This year, Lakehead University is proud to honour the following exceptional individuals: ROBERT DELUCE Doctor of Commerce Robert J. Deluce is a member of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame and Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame, and recognized as one of the country’s most knowledgeable and respected airline owners and operators. He is part of a decades-long Canadian aviation legacy that began when his parents started White River Air Services Limited in 1951. Robert’s involvement in the aviation industry includes White River Air Services, norOntair, Austin Airways, Air Creebec, Air Ontario, Air Manitoba, Air Alliance and Canada 3000 Airlines. As Porter’s founding president and CEO, Robert is responsible for overseeing the airline’s strategy, finances, commercial objectives and operational performance. His leadership has been recognized through a number of awards, including the E&Y Ontario Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year, the Canadian ND SATURDAY, JUNE 2 , 2018 Marketing Association Marketer of the Year, and the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity 9:30am Ceremony Association (Entrepreneur of the Year). Robert is a Bachelor of Science graduate from McGill University. He has also been granted honorary doctorates from Laurentian University, McGill University and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. In 2012, he was presented with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his significant contribution and achievement to Canadians. CONVOCATION 2018 Lakehead University RON MACLEAN Doctor of Humane Letters Ron MacLean brings more than 30 years of award-winning experience to his role as host of Hockey Night in Canada, including Coach’s Corner with Don Cherry, and Rogers Hometown Hockey. Ron began his broadcasting career in 1978 at CKRD Radio in Red Deer, Alberta, and in 1984 became host of the Calgary Flames television broadcasts on CFAC in Calgary. He joined CBC in 1986 as host of the Toronto Maple Leaf broadcasts on Hockey Night in Canada. In 1987, Ron became national host of Hockey Night in Canada, which included hosting the legendary Coach’s Corner with Don Cherry. During his career with CBC, Ron also hosted 11 Olympic Games, the Commonwealth Games, IAAF World Championships, World Cup Hockey, the Calgary Stampede and Queen’s Plate. SATURDAY, JUNE 2ND, 2018 In 2015, Ron and Don Cherry were inducted to Canada’s Walk of Fame. 9:30am Ceremony in absentia Ron has been recognized with a Canadian Screen Award for Best Host in a Sports Program or Series, adding to his 10 Gemini Awards and George Gross Award, among others. He has published two books: “Hockey Towns: Untold Stories from the Heart of Canada” and Canadian bestseller, “Cornered”, both co-authored by Kirstie McLellan Day. Ron is a former Level 5 referee for the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association and lives with his wife, Cari, in Oakville, ON. DR. SHELDON LEVY Doctor of Education Sheldon Levy is CEO of NEXT Canada, which helps promising young Canadian innovators start and scale their own ventures. A long-time champion of innovation and builder of start-up ecosystems, Sheldon also serves on the Advisory Board of the Brookfield Institute for Innovation + Entrepreneurship and on the Leadership Council of Scale Up Ventures, Inc. Sheldon served from 2015 to 2017 as Deputy Minister of the Ontario Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development, where he helped drive innovation and entrepreneurship throughout Ontario’s postsecondary education and training system. SATURDAY, JUNE 2ND, 2018 From 2005 to 2015, as President and Vice-Chancellor of Ryerson University, Sheldon initiated Ryerson’s 2pm Ceremony many initiatives to foster student innovation. Under his direction, Ryerson created the Digital Media Zone (DMZ), an early-stage incubator for student entrepreneurs which has since become an international success. Sheldon is also a founder and advisor to Ryerson Futures Inc., an accelerator that has exported the DMZ concept to such locations as Calgary and Mumbai. Sheldon’s prior positions have included President, Sheridan College; Vice-President Finance and Strategy, University of Ontario Institute of Technology; Vice-President Governmental and Institutional Relations, University of Toronto; and Vice-President Institutional Affairs, York University.