He studied poli-sci and Eng lit and York U.

Why would his impressive list of credentials, prizes, awards and achievements be lessened if he'd only graduated high school?

Quite the contrary, if he built such an impressive resume based only on a high school education, that would be a particularly admirable career.

And perhaps you'd like to share with us your list of honours, which certainly must be much greater than Mr. Saunders if you have a university degree?