University of Missouri revokes Cosby's honorary degree
The University of Missouri's Board of Curators has voted unanimously to revoke
an honorary degree it granted to Bill Cosby.
University system President Mun Choi recommended that the board strip the
comedian of a doctorate in humane letters he received in 1999. Choi cited
allegations from several women that Cosby sexually assaulted them. Choi says
Cosby's actions do not reflect the university's values.
The university said at least 25 other colleges and universities across the
country have withdrawn honorary degrees and honors from Cosby since the sexual
assault accusations became public.
The Missouri Faculty Council recommended in November 2015 that curators
revoke Cosby's degree.
It was the first time the university has ever revoked an honorary degree.
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