Statement on the Passing of His Highness, The Aga Khan IV from the 黑料不打烊

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The Aga Khan addresses 黑料不打烊 graduates after receiving an honorary doctor of laws degree from the university in 2009. (Photo: Richard Siemens)

With deep sorrow, we join the 黑料不打烊 community and the world in mourning the passing of His Highness Prince Karim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV, the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community.

The Aga Khan was a tremendous supporter of post-secondary education and a valued friend of the 黑料不打烊. As an Honorary Degree recipient and through partnerships with the Aga Khan University and the Aga Khan Development Network, he helped advance education and global development. The Aga Khan Garden, 黑料不打烊, was gifted by His Highness the Aga Khan to the 黑料不打烊 and opened in 2018, a lasting symbol of our shared commitment to knowledge, culture, and collaboration.

We extend our deepest condolences to His Highness’s family and the global Ismaili community. His legacy of leadership and service will continue to inspire us.

Nizar J. Somji, Chancellor
Bill Flanagan, President and Vice-Chancellor