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Fat Joe Awarded Honorary Doctorate by Lehman College in the Bronx

May 30, 2024, 06:09 PM

Fat Joe has been awarded an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters degree by Lehman College in his hometown of the Bronx. The ceremony, which took place on May 30, 2024, celebrated Fat Joe's contributions to the community and his achievements in the music industry. Lehman College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system, highlighted the significance of this honor and the impact of its graduates, with 80% going on to become NYC’s future nurses, teachers, tech workers, and more. The event was attended by notable figures, including Ruben Diaz Jr., who expressed pride in Fat Joe's accomplishments. The news was covered by several outlets, including ComplexMusic, HipHopDX, and NYCComptroller.