Each year at convocation, AU presents the Honorary Doctorate and Order of Athabasca University awards, in recognition of those who (among other achievements) provide ?exceptional contributions to the enhancement of the Canadian culture or society,? as well as ?leadership and inspiration by being a role model to our graduates.?

Does that sound like someone you know? If so, nominations for the 2009 awards are now open. Nominations for both awards must be received by November 14, 2008.

You can find all the details by following the links on the AU home page, and a complete list of past recipients can be found here.