Honorary Degree Committee

The Committee shall recommend persons to receive honorary degrees from the University. The Committee will assist in identifying individuals who are worthy of consideration for honorary degrees by virtue of their community service or professional accomplishments, assemble data in support of nominations, and assist in hosting honorees during commencement weekend activities.

Committee Members 

• John Fritch, Provost - Academic Affairs
• Marshall Meek, President - Washburn University Foundation
• Susie Hoffmann, Director - Alumni Association
• Eric McHenry, Faculty - College of Arts and Sciences
• Jennifer Halstead, Faculty - School of Applied Studies
• Rosemary Walker, Faculty - School of Business
• Anne McInerney, Alumni Relations Director - School of Law
• Jeff Jackson, Dean - School of Law
• Dennis Schafers, Faculty - School of Nursing