20 Faculty Handbook – August 2022 2) Persons who have added significantly to the stature of Northern State University, either directly through its immediate functions or indirectly as an alumnus of the institution and consequently as a representative of the ideal of the best that Northern State University can produce. Invitation for Nomination: During the fall semester, the President’s Office shall publicize the policy for awarding honorary degrees at Northern State University and shall invite interested people to make nominations. Nominations: Nominations and supporting data shall be submitted to the President’s Office prior to December 31 of each year. Each nomination must include identification and biographical data and a statement of the justification of the nominee. Selection Committee: Nominations will be reviewed by a Selection Committee. The Selection Committee will be composed of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the President of the NSU Alumni Association, the Executive Director of the NSU Foundation, one member of the Council of Deans elected by said Council, and four faculty members (one from each division) elected by the Faculty Senate and two representatives from the Student Government Association. The decision of whether or not to award an honorary degree shall be made as soon as possible after December 31 each year. If the Selection Committee elects to award an honorary degree to a nominee, that nominee shall be contacted and his/her acceptance of the honorary degree assured contingent upon approval by the Board of Regents. After such assurance from the nominee has been obtained, the President shall request the Board of Regents to authorize the granting of such a degree. After approval by the Board of Regents, the person selected to receive the honorary degree shall be notified and invited to attend the Northern State University Spring Commencement, at which time the honorary degree will be awarded. Guidelines for the Selection Committee: 1. The award shall be limited and shall be used only for important and significant contributions. No more than three honorary degrees may be awarded each year. 2. Honorary degrees may be awarded to persons in the following categories: a. Alumni and/or persons who have made outstanding contributions to Northern State University or to South Dakota and/or b. Persons who have attained achievements of extraordinary and lasting distinction on the national or international scene. 3. The honorary degree reflects the principles and ideals of Northern State University. Candidates for the degree shall have demonstrated in their life and in their work high standards of excellence as evidenced by scholarship or creative activity; by professional development and achievement; and by public service to the world, the nation or the state.
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