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Honours

The Office of Chancellor and Senate bestows two prestigious awards during convocation each term; honorary degrees and the Order of the University of Calgary (OTUC)

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Honorary Degrees

Honorary Degrees

The honorary degree is the University of Calgary’s highest academic distinction and is bestowed upon individuals whose notable achievements and community service merit recognition. These distinguished recipients address our graduating class at the convocation ceremonies, sharing words of wisdom they have gained through years of excellence and leadership in their fields.

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Order of the University of Calgary

Order of the University of Calgary

The Order of the University of Calgary honours recipients who have a record of exemplary and distinguished service to the university. The nominees can be current or past members of the university community.

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Hear from the Spring 2026 award recipients

Get to know our award recipients

Honorary Degree recipients and Order of the University of Calgary recipients for the Spring 2026 Convocation ceremonies sit down and answer some burning questions.

The meaning of receiving these awards

The award recipients for the Spring 2026 Convocation ceremonies share what it means to them to receive an Order of the University of Calgary or an Honorary Degree.