The awarding of honorary degrees is Duke University’s way of recognizing people who have exemplified in their work the highest ideals and standards to which the University is dedicated. By awarding honorary degrees, the University affirms its vital interest in and connection with excellence in any valued aspect of human endeavor.
Committee on Honorary Degrees Membership, 2023 - 2024
Grant Hill, Chair
Lisa Borders
Larry Helfer (Faculty)
Paul Jaskot (Faculty)
Bill Kaelin
Terrie Moffitt (Faculty)
Mike Munger (Faculty)
Mark Anthony Neal (Faculty)
Ann Pelham
Edgar Virgüez
Alec Gallimore, Provost, ex officio
Vincent Price, President, ex officio