By Joory Ward
UNIVERSITY CITY, SHARJAH – American University of Sharjah is seeking nominees for honorary doctorates, Chancellor Tod A. Laursen announced Aug. 27.
In an email to faculty, Laursen said a standing committee would identify potential recipients.
The committee’s current roster includes 12 members, including the chancellor, faculty and undergraduate students.
The email emphasized that nominees should be distinguished by professional accomplishments and/or contributions to the public.
“Nominations can be made by any member, or group of members, of the AUS community for truly exceptional candidates for honorary doctorate degrees,” Laursen wrote.
