Dominica’s Olympic champion Thea LaFond-Gadson received an honorary Doctor of Laws (LLD) from The University of the West Indies (UWI) in recognition of her outstanding contribution to sport.
LaFond-Gadson is among 13 honorary graduands selected for 2026, with the honours approved by the UWI Council. This year’s recipients
are being recognized for achievements across several fields, including journalism, diplomacy, medicine, agriculture, law, public service,
culture, sport, and music.
The distinction adds to a growing list of national and international recognition for LaFond-Gadson, who made history at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games by securing Dominica’s first-ever Olympic medal.
