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Anne Murray set to get UPEI degree

Canadian singer will receive award in May, address graduating class

February 26, 2009

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Canadian singer Anne Murray is being given an honorary degree from the University of Prince Edward Island.

The Canadian icon will be among four people to receive a degree at this spring’s convocation in May. Murray is expected to address graduates at the event on May 9.

The Nova Scotia-born singer is known internationally for multiple hits that have spanned her 40-year career.

She has sold more than 50 million recordings, that have brought in Grammy Awards, Juno Awards, American Music Awards and Canadian Country Music Awards.

Three Islanders, including a businessman and foster parent, will also be honoured.

- The Canadian Press

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