Demand the University of Illinois give my son an Honorary Posthumous Veterinarian Degree
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Colleges and universities grant posthumous honorary degrees; most recently—and locally—George Mason University awarded a posthumous honorary degree to Mari Tisera. President McGuire’s position is that Trinity does not award posthumous honorary degrees as a matter of academic policy.
One of Trinity’s mission statements asserts a “commitment to the education of women… advancing principles of equity, justice, and honor in the education of women…” Allowing an outdated policy to take precedence over the work Jewel Joyner accomplished during her college career would suggest that this mission applies only as long as a woman is alive.
Jewel completed her graduation requirements, was a scholar, and represented her Trinity sisters with pride and grace. In a society that too often erases the accomplishments of women, why can’t Trinity take a step toward ensuring that this young woman’s academic achievements are recognized posthumously—thereby truly honoring the education of women, both in life and in memory?
Sincerely, a Trinity alumna
Lisseth supported: Call for Trinity to Award Honorary Degree to Family of Jewel JoynerColleges and universities grant posthumous honorary degrees; most recently—and locally—George Mason University awarded a posthumous honorary degree to Mari Tisera. President McGuire’s position is that Trinity does not award posthumous honorary degrees as a matter of academic policy.
One of Trinity’s mission statements asserts a “commitment to the education of women… advancing principles of equity, justice, and honor in the education of women…” Allowing an outdated policy to take precedence over the work Jewel Joyner accomplished during her college career would suggest that this mission applies only as long as a woman is alive.
Jewely completed her graduation requirements, was a scholar, and represented her Trinity sisters with pride and grace. In a society that too often erases the accomplishments of women, why can’t Trinity take a step toward ensuring that this young woman’s academic achievements are recognized posthumously—thereby truly honoring the education of women, both in life and in legacy?
Sincerely, a Trinity alumna
Lisseth supported: Call for Trinity to Award Honorary Degree to Family of Jewel JoynerAs an alumna of Trinity Washington University, this is incredibly disheartening to hear. I didn’t know Jewel personally that well, but I stand for her and for all the joy, passion, and dedication she brought to everything she did at the university. We, as Trinity sisters , are supposed to uplift and support one another in all aspects, especially in moments like this. Giving credit where credit is due is not only just, but it reflects the very values our university stands for. Jewel deserves to be honored with an honorary degree, and I join in solidarity with her family, professors, and peers in calling for Trinity to do what is right. Justice for Jewel.
Tayle supported: Call for Trinity to Award Honorary Degree to Family of Jewel JoynerJewel earned her degree the issue is the university does not offer posthumous degrees but Jewel deserves it and this will change it
I am proud to be her dad
Reginald supported: Call for Trinity to Award Honorary Degree to Family of Jewel JoynerJewel has successfully completed her academic requirements and has earned the right to her degree. The school needs to award her degree to her family as a way to honor her memory and everything she achieved.
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