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Honorary Degree Nomination

Honorary degrees represent NAIT's highest honour, awarded to extraordinary individuals whose achievements have made an impact. These awards are presented at Convocation to celebrate leaders who embody NAIT's values and inspire future generations. 

Who can be nominated?  

Any member of the public who is not a current NAIT employee or Board member can be nominated. Nominees must demonstrate: 

  • alignment with NAIT's values, vision, and promises
  • advocacy for polytechnic education and lifelong learning
  • commitment to building stronger communities
  • role model characteristics that inspire current and future students and graduates

NAIT is also committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and honouring individuals from diverse backgrounds. Affiliation with NAIT is also encouraged but not mandatory.

Who can submit nomination? 

Anyone can submit a nomination for a NAIT honorary degree including staff, students and community members.

Important notes

  • Nominations are confidential. DO NOT inform the nominee about their nomination. 
  • Successful nominees will be officially notified by the President and CEO before the award is presented. 
  • Nominations remain on file for five years and are reviewed annually. 

How to submit a nomination

Complete the Online Form with all required documents attached. Nomination packages much include: 

  • a completed electronic nomination form (see below)
  • the nominee's resume, CV, or LinkedIn profile
  • a minimum of two (2) supporting letters from others detailing the nominee's impact
  • photo of the nominee

Submission deadline is January 17, 2025.

If you are unable to submit your package electronically, please mail it to:

NAIT Honorary Degree Selection Committee
c/o Vice-President External Relations
Room T713, 11762-106 Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5G 2R1

What happens next?

Nominations are carefully reviewed by NAIT's Honorary Degree Committee. Recommendations are vetted by Academic Council and NAIT's Board of Governors, who will make the final decision

Questions?

If you have any questions about the nomination process or require support with submitting your nomination, please contact honorarydegree@nait.ca.

Honorary Degree Nomination Form

Personal Information on the Nominee

Mr., Mrs., Ms., Mx., Dr.
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Reasons for the Nomination

Please describe in detail why you feel the nominee deserves an honorary degree from NAIT. Please include information on how the nominee demonstrates excellence in the following areas:

  • Support of NAIT's vision, values and promises
  • Learning growth – supports the uniqueness of polytechnic education and lifelong learning
  • Community growth – an inspiring leader and/or corporate citizen
Maximum 3500 characters

Chronological Biography, Education, Achievements and Awards

Please avoid using abbreviations and acronyms. You may wish to use LinkedIn and publicly available bios as a resource, if available.

Maximum 3500 characters
Your photo must be a high-resolution jpg/jpeg.

Supporting Documentation

Please include a minimum of two (2) concise written statements from others in support of your nominee.

Please upload either a PDF for zip file.
Please upload either a PDF for zip file.

Nominator Information

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