Premier Furey of Canada to Speak at 2024 Commencement
Premier Furey, the 14th premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, will deliver the keynote address during St. Matthew’s University Commencement on June 8, 2024
Premier Furey, the 14th premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, will deliver the keynote address during St. Matthew’s University Commencement on June 8, 2024, to members of the Class of 2024 and their families, SMU faculty, staff, and alumni.
With a remarkable career spanning medicine, humanitarianism, and public service, Premier Furey brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and dedication to the platform. As an esteemed trauma surgeon, he has showcased an unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare and serving the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Premier Furey’s contributions extend far beyond the operating room. He has been recognized as Humanitarian of the Year by the Canadian Red Cross and honored with the Governor General of Canada’s Meritorious Service Cross for his exceptional dedication to humanitarian causes. Notably, Premier Furey played a pivotal role in establishing Team Broken Earth, a charitable organization dedicated to providing medical relief in the aftermath of natural disasters. Additionally, his co-founding of the A Dollar A Day Foundation emphasizes his commitment to supporting mental health initiatives across Canada.
“We are tremendously honored and thrilled to have Premier Furey join us,” stated Dr. Linda Berardi-Demo, expressing the excitement within the GUS Medical and Veterinary Schools community. “Premier Furey embodies exemplary public service, medical expertise, and humanitarianism. His visionary leadership, dedication to community, and utilization of his skills for the betterment of society serve as an inspiration to future healthcare leaders.”
Premier Furey’s keynote address at the GUS Medical and Veterinary Schools Commencement ceremony is poised to serve as a beacon of inspiration and motivation for the graduating class. Attendees can anticipate a thought-provoking address that reflects Premier Furey’s core values of integrity, compassion, and an unwavering drive to effect positive change in the world.
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