Sedin twins awarded honorary doctorate degrees
Posted June 1, 2017 12:49 pm.
Last Updated June 2, 2017 6:02 am.
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SURREY (NEWS 1130) – They are two of the most recognizable athletes in BC and now they’re doctors.
Almost show time, but Henrik Sedin still makes time to sign a @Canucks jersey #Convocation @presadavis pic.twitter.com/atPP5znl4b
— KPU News (@KPUmedia) June 1, 2017
Vancouver Canucks forwards Henrik and Daniel Sedin have been awarded honorary doctorate degrees by Kwantlen Polytechnic University for their contributions to the local community.
“I’m a Canucks fan, and it goes without saying the Sedins are exceptionally skilled players whose leadership, talent and hard work give the Canucks an edge that is unparalleled,” said KPU president and vice-chancellor Dr. Alan Davis. “But what people may not know about the Sedins is that they demonstrate the same integrity and selflessness off the ice through their service to their communities, and in particular to children in those communities.”
The twins support a number of local charities, most notably the Canucks For Kids Fund, Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, Canucks Autism Network, and BC Children’s Hospital.
While donning the traditional cap and gown, the twins made heartfelt speeches while accepting their new honour. “It’s important for us to do as much as we can in our communities,” said Canucks Captain Henrik Sedin.
“We were pretty decent students but we never thought we would get a Doctor of Laws degree,” added Daniel.
The school says the twins are “dedicated humanitarians” who exemplify servant leadership through their work in the community.
