Honorary Recognitions at SLAUB
At Saint Louis African University, Benin (SLAUB), we believe success is not measured only by degrees or academic scores, but also by the lives touched and the impact created in society. Some people shape futures through teaching and research, others through leadership, service, creativity, or by working for peace and inclusion.
To celebrate such journeys, SLAUB has created a tradition of recognition. These honors are rare and meaningful — offered only after thoughtful consideration. Each title reflects our values of knowledge, service, and social responsibility.
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Our Honorary Distinctions
Honorary Doctorate
This is the highest recognition SLAUB can confer. It is awarded to individuals whose work in education, science, leadership, culture, or social service has left a lasting impact. Receiving an Honorary Doctorate is not about a certificate — it is about acknowledging a life’s work that has become a lesson for generations.
Honorary Professorship
This recognition is given to experts and professionals who have inspired learning beyond classrooms. They may have mentored communities, advanced knowledge, or introduced new ways of thinking. By naming them Honorary Professors, SLAUB acknowledges their role as teachers of society.
Fellowship
Fellowships are offered to those who dedicate themselves to a cause or a profession with quiet consistency. These are individuals who build communities, strengthen their fields, and lead by example. SLAUB Fellows are companions in our mission, offering wisdom and guidance through their journeys.
Peace Ambassadorship
Education is not only about knowledge — it is also about harmony and respect. SLAUB confers the title of Peace Ambassador on individuals who have devoted their lives to peace, inclusion, and human dignity. They carry our values across borders and remind us that learning and unity go hand in hand.
How We Choose
Every recognition goes through a careful review by the University’s Honors Committee. Nominations can be made by faculty, partner institutions, or recognized bodies, but approval is never automatic.
At SLAUB, these honors are not given as routine awards. They are symbols of deep respect, reserved only for those whose lives demonstrate sincerity, service, and genuine impact.
It is important to note:
These recognitions are honorary in nature.
They do not replace or substitute earned academic degrees.
They are meant to inspire, not to be misused.
Why These Honors Matter
For us, honorary recognitions are not ceremonies alone — they are part of SLAUB’s identity.
They connect our students with living role models.
They remind us that true education is about contribution, not only qualifications.
They place SLAUB in the circle of universities that value service, inclusion, and global responsibility.
Every name we add to this list becomes part of our legacy. Their stories are shared in classrooms, events, and our wider community, inspiring the next generation.
Nomination Guidelines
At SLAUB, every honorary recognition begins with a story. We invite nominations for individuals whose lives reflect our values of knowledge, service, inclusion, and peace.
Who Can Nominate
SLAUB faculty and staff
Partner institutions and organizations
Community leaders and professional bodies
Who Can Be Nominated
Individuals with exceptional contributions in education, research, leadership, culture, social service, or peace-building
People whose work has created lasting benefits for communities
Nominees must have a record of integrity and respect in their field
How to Nominate
Submit a written nomination (2–3 pages) describing the nominee’s achievements.
Provide supporting documents or references where possible.
Send nominations to the official SLAUB email or through a recognized partner office.
Selection Process
All nominations are reviewed by the SLAUB Honors Committee.
Shortlisted names are verified and discussed in detail.
Final approval is given by the Chancellor and Governing Board.
Important Notes
These honors are symbolic recognitions, not earned academic degrees.
SLAUB reserves the right to decline any nomination without public explanation.
Awardees are expected to uphold the dignity of the recognition and the values of SLAUB.
Programme
| Semester 1 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Rhetoric & the Public Sphere | 4 | ESTU 203 |
| Communication & Everyday Life | 2 | ESTU 340 |
| Critical & Rhetorical Methods | 4 | ESTU 657 |
| Semester 2 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Relational Communication | 4 | ESTU 768 |
| Public Relations Campaigns | 4 | ESTU 432 |
| Rhetoric of Social Movements | 2 | ESTU 873 |
| Semester 3 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Rhetoric & the Public Sphere | 4 | ESTU 203 |
| Communication & Everyday Life | 2 | ESTU 340 |
| Critical & Rhetorical Methods | 4 | ESTU 657 |
| Semester 4 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Relational Communication | 4 | ESTU 768 |
| Public Relations Campaigns | 4 | ESTU 432 |
| Rhetoric of Social Movements | 2 | ESTU 873 |
| Total for the entire period of study | 40 |
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Email: info@SLAUBbenin.org
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