Fr. Dan to Receive Honorary Degree

Saint Michael's College in Vermont will confer an honorary doctor of humane letters degree on Fr. Dan this Sunday. The Commencement ceremony begins at 10 a.m. and you can watch it live online. 

Here is the description of Fr. Dan from the college:

Father Daniel Riley, ofm, is a founding member of Mt. Irenaeus, Franciscan Mountain Retreat, where he and his brothers live an open and contemplative life in the foothills of the Allegany mountains.  There, they have created a haven for men and women seeking peace in the strength of community and with the benefits of reflection in solitude.  Previously, he was a campus minister at St. Bonaventure University and Director of Vocation Ministry for Holy Name Province, Order of Friars Minor.  A man of deep faith and commitment to Catholic higher education, Father Dan is a renowned spiritual guide for young people.  He has partnered with the Edmundite priests of Saint Michael’s to organize retreats for young people and priests on campus and at Enders Island.