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.
Fat Joe receives honorary doctorate degree from Lehman College https://t.co/8ZK54U7iED
Congratulations to @CUNYLehman graduates! Research shows that 80% of @CUNY grads go on to become NYC’s future nurses, teachers, tech workers, and more. Congrats also to honorary doctorate recipient @fatjoe and his contributions to the Bronx. Here’s to the #ClassOf2024! https://t.co/XP0RpItdC7
Fat Joe Awarded Honorary Doctorate by Lehman College in The Bronx https://t.co/UFLMKECXTn
Fat Joe celebrates getting his doctorate degree! 💯https://t.co/zylXkXrvq8
Congratulations to my brother @fatjoe for receiving an Honorary Doctorate from @LehmanCollege I’m proud of you my brother 🙅🏽♂️👨🎓 https://t.co/yCsHGoOP3c
Fat Joe receives honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters degree from Lehman College in his hometown of the Bronx. 🔥 https://t.co/miDN7aJa12