Three Universities Have Rescinded Honorary Doctorate Degrees from Bill Cosby

Three universities have rescinded their honorary doctorates from actor Bill Cosby in less than a week. Fordham, Marquette and Brown universities are the three schools that have made such a decision. Brown President Christina H. Paxson says the university's board Friday revoked the doctorate of humane letters it granted Cosby in 1985.
Paxon says the comedian received the degree for integrating his personal character into his fictional one while embracing such values as "honesty, fair play, love of family, and respect for humanity." She says Cosby admitted in legal depositions that he'd engaged in conduct with women "contrary to the values of Brown."
In Milwaukee, Marquette's Board of Trustees approved a resolution rescinding an honorary degree presented to Cosby in 2013. The degree was immediately rescinded, the school said.
Fordham's Board of Trustees also voted to take back an honorary doctor of fine arts degree given to him in 2001.
Both Jesuit schools said it was the first time they'd rescinded an honorary degree.
Cosby has admitted having extramarital relationships with several women, including some who now accuse him of sexual assault. He's never been charged with a crime.
Tags : billy cosby Bill Cosby news bill cosby latest bill cosby doctorate degre
Hot Trends
-
Forrest Frank & Crowder Release New Collab “The Rock”
-
Cory Asbury Apologizes to Forrest Frank, Emphasizes Grace and Growth Amid Viral Song Trend
-
William McDowell Walks Away From Car Crash After Black Bear Encounter
-
What We Know About "American Idol" Winner Jamal Roberts' Faith
-
The Tragic End of Kingdom Heir's Founder Steve French
-
MAJOR. Drops Surprise Motivational Mixtape Of Spoken Word & Music
-
The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards Announces Second Round Of Performers And Presenters
-
Max Lucado Announces New Book "Tame Your Thoughts"
-
Critically Acclaimed SKETCH Now Available for Streaming
-
Gordon Mote and Wife Kimberly Announce They’re Going to be Grandparents
-
Joel Vaughn's "Testify (Radio Version)" Delivers a Powerful Anthem of Faith and Perseverance
-
Chris Rice Maintains Public Silence Following Abuse Allegations; Focuses on Writing and Speaking
-
Elevation Rhythm Announces Headline Goodbye Yesterday 2025 Tour
-
Here Are the Lyrics to Martin Smith's "Joy (What The World Calls Foolish)"
-
"Finished" by Caleb and John: A Soul-Stirring Anthem Celebrating Christ’s Complete Victory
Most Popular
-
Forrest Frank & Crowder Release New Collab “The Rock”
-
Cory Asbury Apologizes to Forrest Frank, Emphasizes Grace and Growth Amid Viral Song Trend
-
William McDowell Walks Away From Car Crash After Black Bear Encounter
-
What We Know About "American Idol" Winner Jamal Roberts' Faith
-
The Tragic End of Kingdom Heir's Founder Steve French
-
MAJOR. Drops Surprise Motivational Mixtape Of Spoken Word & Music
-
The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards Announces Second Round Of Performers And Presenters
-
Max Lucado Announces New Book "Tame Your Thoughts"
-
Critically Acclaimed SKETCH Now Available for Streaming
-
Gordon Mote and Wife Kimberly Announce They’re Going to be Grandparents
-
Joel Vaughn's "Testify (Radio Version)" Delivers a Powerful Anthem of Faith and Perseverance
-
Chris Rice Maintains Public Silence Following Abuse Allegations; Focuses on Writing and Speaking
-
Elevation Rhythm Announces Headline Goodbye Yesterday 2025 Tour
-
Here Are the Lyrics to Martin Smith's "Joy (What The World Calls Foolish)"
-
"Finished" by Caleb and John: A Soul-Stirring Anthem Celebrating Christ’s Complete Victory