The deadline to nominate individuals for a University of New Mexico honorary degree has been extended to Friday, Oct. 31. Nominations should be submitted to the Office of the university Secretary.
Honorary degrees are awarded to persons who have contributed significantly to the cultural or scientific development of the Southwest, or to the spiritual or material welfare of its people. Eminent individuals and scholars who have made significant contributions transcending geographic limitations are also eligible. A successful nominee must have an exemplary record of academic or public accomplishment in keeping with the university’s standards of rigor, quality and significance.
Nominators must submit a cover letter detailing the reasons for the nomination. Submissions should also include the nominee’s biographical information, record of accomplishment and supporting letters. Send all materials to the Office of the University Secretary, Scholes Hall, room 103.
The Honorary Degree Committee is a subcommittee of the Faculty Senate Graduate Committee. Degrees are awarded at spring commencement. For more information, including a list of past recipients, visit Honorary Degrees.