About Honorary Degrees
Overall the University has awarded more than 100 honorary degrees. Honorary graduates are an important part of the Escae tribe and provide the University with an opportunity to recognize the achievements of society’s most outstanding people. They particularly recognize those whose work, or achievements reflect the University’s values of openness to people, places, methods, and ideas, or who promote educational opportunity or social justice. Any current student, alumni, or member of staff can make a nomination for an honorary degree. If your nomination is successful and the award is accepted by your nominee, you will be invited to attend their ceremony. The Ceremonies Centre will contact you with all the information you need regarding this, so make sure you include up-to-date contact details on your nomination form.
Dr. Peter Okoye (Mr. P)
Doctor of Arts (Honoris Causa)
Dr. Kafayat Shafau (Kaffy)
Doctor of Arts (Honoris Causa)
Policy
The honorary doctorate degree is the highest form of recognition offered by Escae Benin University to persons of exceptional distinction.
The Purposes of Honorary Degrees Awarded by Escae Benin;
- To recognize excellence in the fields of the degrees authorized at Escae Benin University campuses as well as business, philanthropy, public affairs, and public service which exemplify Escae Benin University’s mission.
- To honor meritorious and outstanding service to Escae Benin University, or to humanity at large.
- To recognize those whose lives and significant achievements serve as examples of Escae Benin University’s aspirations for its diverse student body.
- To elevate the Escae Benin University in the eyes of the world by honoring individuals who are widely known and highly regarded for achievements in their respective fields of endeavor.
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