WHEREAS, an honorary degree is among the highest honors Winthrop University can bestow;
and
WHEREAS, Winthrop University is committed to the support and recognition of exceptional
accomplishment in the areas of scholarship, creativity, service to the community,
and service to the university; and
WHEREAS, by awarding honorary degrees, Winthrop University recognizes outstanding
individuals whose accomplishments are at a level to provide inspiration to our students,
and in honoring such individuals, the university is honored as well; and
WHEREAS, Winthrop University will award honorary degrees on a selective basis to distinguished
individuals who merit special recognition for genuine achievement and distinction
in a field or activity consistent with the mission of the University and whose selection
will further the mission and purpose of the University;
THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of Winthrop University that
the Honorary Degree Policy recommended by the Committee on Academic Quality and the
Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs is hereby acknowledged and approved.
October 3, 2014
