Spring Convocation 2008
Proud with Promise
Honouring Graduates & Our Award Recipients
Graduation is a time to recognize the hard work and perseverance of our graduating students and celebrate their achievements. On Sunday, June 1, 2008, The University of Winnipeg welcomed family, friends, and the public to honour the graduating class at its 87th convocation as the graduates embark on their future.
Chancellor H. Sanford Riley, President & Vice-Chancellor Lloyd Axworthy, the University Board of Regents and Senate, and the Alumni Association extend congratulations to the 1050 graduates as they join the more than 40,000 University of Winnipeg alumni around the world.
Photo Gallery
Speeches
- President & Vice-Chancellor's Convocation Address - Lloyd Axworthy
- Honorary Doctor of Science Convocation Address - John Langstaff
- Honorary Doctor of Laws Convocation Address - Sharon Hope Irwin
- Honorary Doctor of Laws Convocation Address - Mohinder Singh Dhillon
- Honorary Doctor of Laws Convocation Address - James A. Richardson
- Valedictory Address AM - Tracie Parkinson
- Valedictory Address PM - Marika Olynyk
Convocation Program [PDF: 1.67 MB]
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