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Liberian president gets Honorary Doctor of Laws from Indiana University
Posted May 4, 2008
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(Saturday, May 03, 2008): The University of Indiana has conferred an honorary Doctor of Laws degree on President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf. The honorary degree was conferred on the Liberian leader at the University’s 179th Commencement held today in Bloomington, Indiana, U.S.A. Indiana University President Michael McRobbie, who read the conferral statement before thousands of graduates and well-wishers, said President Johnson-Sirleaf has had an illustrious career and has achieved many accolades in the face of difficulties. He said Liberia and the University of Indiana enjoy a good relationship and revealed that the University has the largest archival historical collection on Liberia that can be found outside the country. During an earlier address to the faculty of the University, President Johnson-Sirleaf dedicated the Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree to the people of Liberia. She expressed the hope that her presence at the University would bring what she referred to as ‘added value’ to Liberia’s relationship with the institution. The President said Liberia needs to benefit from the knowledge and expertise of the University of Indiana. She further challenged the University to put forward a commitment to assist Liberia. Speaking on the progress made thus far by her administration, she emphasized that her government has brought hope back to Liberia which she said cannot be quantified. She praised the U.S. Government for its strategic partnership with Liberia, referring to it as Liberia’s number one partner. President Johnson-Sirleaf was also made an honorary citizen by the City of Bloomington by Mayor Mark Kruzan. She also held private talks with United States Senator Richard Lugar. Senator Lugar is a former Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations. President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf has concluded her visit to the United States and is scheduled to return home next week.
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