At the 42nd Commencement on Sunday, May 31, honorary degrees are being awarded in recognition of the research and drug development advocacy work of Rett Syndrome Research Trust co-founder Monica Coenraads and the academic and health care leadership of Institute of Medicine President Victor J. Dzau, MD. Thirteen individuals dubbed ‘Ebola fighters’ for their commitment, courage and heroism in taking direct action against the Ebola epidemic in Liberia will also be recognized on Sunday.
On Saturday, May 30, a small dinner was held in their honor. The dinner provided an opportunity for the honorary guests to get to know each other, as well as an opportunity for the leadership of UMMS to express their appreciation for the honorees.