The honorary degree at Delaware Digital University (DDU) stands as the highest accolade bestowed by the institution. Reserved for individuals who embody the core values and mission of DDU through their exceptional personal and professional accomplishments, recipients of this honor serve as beacons of inspiration for DDU’s students, alumni, faculty, and the global community.
At DDU, the awarding of an honorary degree is a solemn acknowledgment of extraordinary contributions to society, education, and the advancement of knowledge. Recipients are chosen with meticulous consideration, ensuring that they exemplify the values and goals that DDU holds dear.
Criteria for Selection
The selection process for honorary degree recipients at DDU is rigorous and thorough. Candidates are evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Alignment with DDU’s Mission: The candidate’s achievements and contributions should resonate with the core mission of DDU, which emphasizes innovation, excellence, and service to the global community.
- Exemplary Leadership: Recipients should demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities and a commitment to effecting positive change in their respective fields.
- Impactful Contributions: The candidate’s work should have made a significant and lasting impact on society, culture, academia, or their professional field.
- Ethical Integrity: Integrity and ethical conduct are paramount. Recipients must uphold the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.
Nomination and Selection Process
Nominations for honorary degree candidates may be submitted by members of the DDU community, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and trustees. The nominations are carefully reviewed by a selection committee composed of distinguished faculty members and university leaders.
The selection committee evaluates each nominee based on the established criteria and selects individuals whose achievements align most closely with the values and mission of DDU. Final approval for honorary degree recipients is granted by the university’s governing body.
Nominations to the Committee will remain active for three years. If you have nominated anyone within the previous two years, renomination is not required; however, additional or updated materials may be submitted.
Conferral Ceremony
The conferral ceremony serves as a celebration of the recipient’s accomplishments and a tribute to their contributions to society. It is a time-honored tradition that highlights the values of excellence, integrity, and service that define the DDU community.