Indigenous St. Lawrence College (SLC) is now accepting nominations from the public for Honorary Diplomas, which are awarded by the St. Lawrence College Board of Governors each year at spring Convocation ceremonies in Kingston, Brockville, and Cornwall.
Honorary Diplomas are conferred in each community by the College to individuals or organizations that demonstrate incredible community engagement, leadership, innovation, and integrity. Recipients are chosen because they are an inspiration to SLC students, alumni, and communities.
2024 recipients were: Lindsey Belch, CEO, Girls Inc., Kingston; Michael Harris, Founding Director, Kingston Employment and Youth Services; Neha Chugh, Founder, Chugh Law Professional Corporation, Cornwall; and Sherri Fournier Hudson, Executive Director of the Upper Canada Family Health Team, Brockville. Read their stories and see the complete list of past recipients.
"Celebrating those who make a positive difference in our communities is one of the highlights of Convocation," said Glenn Vollebregt, SLC President and CEO. "As our students embark on this new chapter, it’s inspiring for them to witness community leaders who have achieved excellence in their careers, volunteer work, and creative endeavors."
To nominate someone deserving of this honour, complete the form found here.
Nominations for 2025 will be open for consideration by the SLC Board of Governors until January 31, 2025.
Honorary Diploma Nominations Now Open for 2025
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St. Lawrence College is situated on the traditional lands of the Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee peoples; we are grateful to live and learn on these lands. With campuses in Kingston, Brockville, and Cornwall, SLC delivers education and training that meets the needs of community, industry, and employers. The College prepares students to succeed in the global economy through relevant, practical programs and experiential learning opportunities. SLC offers more than 100 full-time programs including diplomas, degrees, graduate certificates, apprenticeships, micro-credentials and life-long learning opportunities. Everyone belongs in the SLC community, comprised of 12,000 full-time students and more than 125,000 alumni in 75 countries around the world.
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