{"id":86432,"date":"2023-06-16T15:00:09","date_gmt":"2023-06-16T19:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brocku.ca\/brock-news\/?p=86432"},"modified":"2023-06-16T15:51:50","modified_gmt":"2023-06-16T19:51:50","slug":"gallery-graduates-shine-as-brocks-113th-convocation-comes-to-a-close","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brocku.ca\/brock-news\/2023\/06\/gallery-graduates-shine-as-brocks-113th-convocation-comes-to-a-close\/","title":{"rendered":"GALLERY: Graduates shine as Brock\u2019s 113th Convocation comes to a close"},"content":{"rendered":"

After a week filled with milestone moments for Brock and, most importantly, its newest graduates, the University\u2019s 113th Convocation came to a close on Friday, June 16.<\/p>\n

More than 400 graduates from the Faculties of Humanities and Mathematics and Science crossed the stage in Ian Beddis Gymnasium Friday during the last of nine ceremonies held from June 12 to 16.<\/p>\n

Throughout the week, about 3,500 graduates from across seven Faculties received their degrees and marked a new chapter in their lives.<\/p>\n

Spring Convocation included a historic moment in the University\u2019s history as Lesley Rigg was formally installed as Brock\u2019s seventh President and Vice-Chancellor<\/a> on Monday, June 12.<\/p>\n

The week also saw honorary degrees bestowed upon Indigenous entrepreneur Jenn Harper<\/a>, founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics Inc.; champion of women in business Deborah Rosati<\/a> (BAdmin \u201984), founder and CEO of Women Get On Board Inc.; and hockey executive Kyle Dubas<\/a> (BSM \u201907), President of Hockey Operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins.<\/p>\n

University Chancellor Hilary Pearson took time throughout the week to commend graduates for all that they have achieved and overcome to reach the Convocation stage.<\/p>\n

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Brock University Chancellor Hilary Pearson and President and Vice-Chancellor Lesley Rigg celebrate the accomplishments of the University’s graduates during Brock’s 113th Convocation.<\/p><\/div>\n

\u201cA university degree is a hard-won accomplishment that you should be proud of. And you, the Class of 2023, had some especially hard challenges in your time here, as did the classes of 2021 and 2022,\u201d she said. \u201cYou had to live through the pandemic-imposed closure of campus and the need to work online, losing valued time in person with your classmates and teachers.<\/p>\n

\u201cNevertheless, you and your families persevered to arrive successfully at today\u2019s celebration. I applaud you all for your resilience and your drive.\u201d<\/p>\n

Pearson reflected on the words of classical Roman philosopher Plutarch: \u201cThe mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI hope that your time at Brock has indeed filled your mind and that it has also kindled a fire in you to explore your life after Brock with excitement and purpose,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

President Rigg reminded graduates that though they are embarking on a new part of life’s journey, they are not alone.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou are part of a vibrant and supportive community of people who are always here to offer you guidance, support and encouragement,\u201d she said. \u201cNo matter where life takes you, know that you can always count on the support of your fellow Badgers. We\u2019re here to help you along the way.<\/p>\n

\u201cAnd, of course, know that you are absolutely always welcome to come back home here to Brock University anytime you want.\u201d<\/p>\n

All nine of Brock University\u2019s Spring Convocation ceremonies are available to view online at\u00a0brocku.ca\/livestream<\/a><\/p>\n

Discover the full collection of Convocation photos by ceremony on\u00a0Brock University\u2019s official Facebook page.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\t