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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Vermont State University revealed ahead of its May 18 commencement at its Castleton campus that a feline named Max will be one of this year’s honorary degree recipients.
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Brian Anthony Hernandez, Peoplemag, 18 May 2024
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On June 7, Howard University, a historically black college and university (HBCU), rescinded the rapper's honorary degree.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'
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—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 17 Sep. 2024
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Brian Anthony Hernandez, Peoplemag, 18 May 2024
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On June 7, Howard University, a historically black college and university (HBCU), rescinded the rapper's honorary degree.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
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“Honorary degree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/honorary%20degree. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.
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