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Wolfville, NS 鈥� On May 15 and 16, graduates of 外流影片鈥檚 four faculties 鈥� Arts, Pure and Applied Science, Professional Studies, and Theology 鈥� will be welcomed into Convocation and receive their hard-earned undergraduate and graduate degrees. Acadia will also confer four honorary degrees on individuals who have distinguished themselves in the arts, sciences, and public service. This year鈥檚 honorees are:

鈥� Doctor of Divinity

Dr. Elie Haddad, President of the Arab Baptist Theological Seminary (ABTS) in Beirut, Lebanon, has significantly influenced theological education and church leadership in the Middle East. Since returning to Lebanon in 2005 after 15 years in Canada, he has guided the Seminary through curriculum redevelopment with reconciliation and contemporary issues at its heart.

鈥� Doctor of Civil Laws

Viola Robinson, a member of Wasoqopa鈥檘 First Nation, is a leader in Indigenous rights in Canada. Viola鈥檚 career includes serving as President of the Native Council of Canada and as one of seven commissioners for the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples. Her contributions have earned her numerous honours, including the Order of Nova Scotia and Officer of the Order of Canada.

鈥� Doctor of Science

Dr. Catharine Farrow is a celebrated Professional Geoscientists (APGO) and mining industry leader with over 30 years鈥� experience. Recognized as one of the 100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining and honoured with 外流影片鈥檚 Distinguished Alumni Award, Dr. Farrow鈥檚 accomplishments include founding and leadership roles at companies and universities across Canada.

鈥� Doctor of Music

Deantha Edmunds, Canada鈥檚 first Inuk professional classical singer, seeks to empower Indigenous people and share their stories. Her work has earned her a JUNO Award and recognition as a Member of the Order of Canada. Deantha鈥檚 three solo albums and international performances continue to draw accolades from across Canada and the world.

鈥淎cadia鈥檚 Class of 2025 has consistently shown a drive to make the world a better place. As we send them out into the world after their time at Acadia, I鈥檓 confident they will do so,鈥� says Acadia鈥檚 President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Jeff Hennessy (鈥�99).

鈥淎t Convocation, they will be joined by like-minded leaders who have demonstrated what happens when that drive to create a better world is kept alive throughout a lifetime. The 2025 honorary degree recipients represent the relentless optimism it takes to face injustices and know that they can make a difference. We are honoured to welcome them into the Acadia family alongside the future leaders from our class of 2025.鈥�

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