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Thompson Rivers University June 17, 2021 Convocation JUNE 17 | 2021 CONVOCATION THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY CONTENTS Chancellor’s message ..............................................................................................................................4 President’s message .................................................................................................................................5 Coat of Arms ...............................................................................................................................................6 The Flag of TRU ..........................................................................................................................................6 Ceremonial Mace ......................................................................................................................................7 Traditional Secwépemc territory ........................................................................................................8 Academic Procession .............................................................................................................................11 Medals .........................................................................................................................................................12 Music ............................................................................................................................................................13 Honorary Degree Recipients ..............................................................................................................14 President Emeritus .................................................................................................................................16 Professor Emeriti ..................................................................................................................................... 17 KAMLOOPS CONVOCATION Valedictorian, Tia Davison, Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism ............... 20 Graduands .....................................................................................................................................20-21 Valedictorian, Madison Burt, Faculty of Arts ...............................................................................22 Graduands .....................................................................................................................................22-24 Valedictorian, Rony Busviah, School of Business and Economics .................................... 25 Graduands ....................................................................................................................................25-30 Valedictorian, Lesley Campbell, Faculty of Education and Social Work ...........................31 Graduands .....................................................................................................................................31-34 Valedictorian, Angelica Kovac, Faculty of Law ........................................................................... 35 Graduands ....................................................................................................................................35-36 Valedictorian, Mackenzie Byers, School of Nursing ..................................................................37 Graduands .................................................................................................................................... 37-38 Valedictorian, Ashley Curtis, Faculty of Science .......................................................................39 Graduands ....................................................................................................................................39-43 Valedictorian, Travis Stagg, School of Trades and Technology ............................................ 44 Graduands ....................................................................................................................................44-45 WILLIAMS LAKE COMMENCEMENT Valedictorian, Jonathan Harding ......................................................................................................47 Faculties and Schools | Graduands .................................................................................... 47-48 Foundation ................................................................................................................................................49 Alumni for Life.......................................................................................................................................... 50 2021 SPRING CONVOCATION 3 CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE Weyt-kp xwexwéytep you’ve come, and where you want to go next. Pursue your passions. Commit to lifelong learning. Congratulations, graduates. Thompson Rivers University is your alma mater, I am honoured to recognize your achievements at and will remain, for you, a place of engagement, of Thompson Rivers University as you celebrate your learning, and of connection, regardless of where your accomplishments with family and friends. journey takes you. You are a member of the TRU family. Once again, as per COVID-19 restrictions, I am pleased Stay in touch. to recognize your graduation virtually. COVID-19 Again, congratulations. I wish you health and reminds us that we are an interdependent, global continued success on the path you have chosen society. As a TRU graduate, you are better equipped to travel. to take on the challenges that face us, in taking care of ourselves, one another, and the planet. The skills and knowledge you’ve gained and the values you represent will influence the people around you. Many of you will be embarking on new careers and new experiences, on further scholarship and grand adventures. You’ve worked hard. As you prepare for Chancellor the next stage, take a moment to reflect on how far Nathan Matthew Nathan Matthew is TRU’s third chancellor. He is from the Simpcw First Nation, an alumnus of the University of British Columbia, and a highly-regarded educator and advocate for Aboriginal education. 4 THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Weyt-k, Weyt-kp Congratulations, graduates of 2021! You have surmounted all manner of challenges this year to gain the skills you need for your future. I know many of you have experienced difficulties and responsibilities, perhaps touching your family, your friends, or your community. Life has not been the same. Most people have suffered restrictions and privations. Yet you have succeeded in your studies, and to do so, you demonstrated flexibility, adaptability and perseverance during the pandemic. My hope and wish for you is that your accomplishment brings you justified pride and confidence for your future. I have frequently told my mother’s story: she advanced her education by taking correspondence courses when she was serving in the military during and after the Second World War. She was the first in her family to graduate from university, which changed her life and her children’s lives (including my own) forever. My mother and father turned their studies in English and History into careers in journalism and, in my mother’s case, as a paralegal professional running a law office. Education changes lives. And it is the best preparation for an always uncertain future. When you made the choice to enrol at TRU, you chose to take control of your future. With determination and the support of family, friends, faculty and staff, you have gained knowledge and skills in your area of study and have found your path to success. You also became part of the TRU family. You made friends, some that will last your lifetime. I encourage you to stay in touch with your alma mater and continue to build meaningful and lifelong connections with TRU alumni. Please remain inquisitive, caring and open to others. These are keys to success in life. At TRU we are guided by the idea that we are all related and interconnected with nature, each other, and all things (the idea of Kw’seltktnéws). I hope you have felt a sense of belonging during your time with TRU—and I hope you continue to feel connected wherever you may go. Congratulations, graduates! It is an honour on behalf of TRU to Brett Fairbairn wish you all the best. President and Vice-Chancellor Brett Fairbairn is TRU’s fourth president and vice-chancellor. An alumnus of the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Oxford, Brett spent 30 years at the University of Saskatchewan in teaching and leadership positions before arriving at TRU in December 2018. He is a passionate advocate for students and higher education. 2021 SPRING CONVOCATION 5 COAT OF ARMS Granted by Robert Douglas Watt, fish as food and for recreation in their farming and ranching in the region— Chief Herald of Canada, on April 1, communities and the community past and present. Their sage collars 2005, and entered in Volume IV, page at large. The black bear represents reflect the distinct landscape. The 451 of the Public Register of Arms, strength, power and determination, collar medallions feature open books Flags and Badges of Canada. important qualities for TRU’s and echo the motif of the active Arms: The blue field refers to the success. The mythical winged bear pursuit of knowledge. The mare brilliant skies, lakes and rivers that is a reference to migratory birds, and stallion stand on the natural envelop the region where Thompson suggesting perpetual striving for environment surrounding Rivers University is located. The wavy excellence across all faculties the university. circle around the sun
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