honorary degree

noun

: a degree given by a college or university to someone who is not a student but who has done something important

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The college said Robinson had completed her coursework and will receive a posthumous honorary degree in criminal justice studies during Sunday's commencement ceremony. —

Chris Ramirez, Journal Sentinel, 16 May 2024 On June 7, Howard University, a historically black college and university (HBCU), rescinded the rapper's honorary degree. —

Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 17 Sep. 2024 Howard University revokes Sean Combs' honorary degree in wake of Cassie video: 'No longer worthy' Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more. —

Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 17 Sep. 2024 Howard University’s board of trustees voted to revoke his 2014 honorary degree after Diddy attended the school from 1987 to 1989. —

Mark Faithfull, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for honorary degree

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