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U of L to award Rick Hansen an honorary degree at 2018 Spring Convocation
LETHBRIDGE – The University of Lethbridge will recognize Canadian icon and three-time Paralympic gold medalist Rick Hansen with an honorary degree at its 2018 Spring Convocation ceremonies this year.
Hansen, known as the Man in Motion for undertaking an epic two-year 40,000 km journey around the world in his wheelchair, is the founder and CEO of the Rick Hansen Foundation.
The organization is committed to creating a world without barriers for people with disabilities and has raised more than $359 million to assist in awareness, removing barriers and funding research for the cure and care of people with spinal cord injuries.
U of L Chancellor Janice Varzari says they’re thrilled that Mr. Hansen has accepted their offer of an honorary degree and look forward to welcoming him to campus.