Flag Half-Masting Notice:  17³Ô¹Ï Chancellor Emeritus Norman Webster passes away

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17³Ô¹Ï was saddened to learn of the death of philanthropist and Chancellor Emeritus Norman Webster in Magog, Quebec on November 19, 2021. He served as Chancellor from 1996–2004, and was elevated to Chancellor Emeritus in 2006 for his exceptional commitment and service to 17³Ô¹Ï.

As Chancellor, he worked steadily and generously to promote and support the University, including the creation of the Webster Smart Campus Fund and the establishment of the Webster Centre for Teaching and Learning.

After having a distinguished career in journalism, Chancellor Emeritus Webster served as president of the R. Howard Webster Foundation of Montreal. 

17³Ô¹Ï expresses condolences to Chancellor Emeritus Webster’s wife, Patterson (17³Ô¹Ï LLD’06), and his children David, Andrew, Derek, Gillian, and Hilary. There will be a memorial service in North Hatley, Quebec, next summer.