University Awards for Others

Individuals who are not current or retired employees or alumni of the University of Minnesota are eligible for the following honors and awards: 

University Regent Darrin Rosha introduces the honorary doctorate as Tyka Nelson, sister of Prince, holds the diploma with President Eric Kaler at the ceremony for the Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters for Prince on Wednesday, Sept. 26.

Tyka Nelson (holding certificate) receives Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters Degree on behalf of her brother Prince Rogers Nelson (2018). Also in photo is President Eric Kaler (left) and Regent Darrin Rosha (at podium)

Anne O. Krueger, receives Honorary Doctor of Science Degree (2018)

Anne Krueger (right), receives Honorary Doctor of Science Degree (2018)