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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On May 17, just a few days before his 13th birthday, the famous pug with over 15 million social media followers received an honorary degree from the University of New Haven in Connecticut.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 26 May 2025
But unlike last year’s celebrations, when many commencements were marked by controversial advice and student walkouts, honorary degree recipients and speakers have focused this year mainly on inspiring the next generation.
—Maria Gracia Santillana Linares, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Now, seven-time Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles can add two more letters to her resume: Dr.
Washington University in St. Louis gave the 28-year-old athlete an honorary degree in humane letters this week.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2025
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Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
On May 17, just a few days before his 13th birthday, the famous pug with over 15 million social media followers received an honorary degree from the University of New Haven in Connecticut.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 26 May 2025
But unlike last year’s celebrations, when many commencements were marked by controversial advice and student walkouts, honorary degree recipients and speakers have focused this year mainly on inspiring the next generation.
—Maria Gracia Santillana Linares, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Now, seven-time Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles can add two more letters to her resume: Dr.
Washington University in St. Louis gave the 28-year-old athlete an honorary degree in humane letters this week.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2025
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