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Howard University Rescinds Sean "Diddy" Combs Honorary Doctorate

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Howard University said that it has rescinded the 2014 honorary degree given to rapper and hip-hop mogul, Sean "Diddy" Combs. The university made the announcement on June 7, several weeks after Combs was seen on a 2016 hotel video assaulting his then-girlfriend Cassandra "Cassie" Ventura. "The Howard University Board of Trustees voted unanimously today to accept the return by Mr.

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Best Strategies for Parent PLUS Loan Forgiveness After July 2025

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Parent PLUS Loan borrowers have until July 1, 2025, to take advantage of the double-consolidation loophole, which provides access to all income-driven repayment plans — including the new SAVE plan. Because of this rule change, far fewer Parent PLUS borrowers will receive loan forgiveness after 2025. But it’s still possible with good planning. Here’s how.… The post Best Strategies for Parent PLUS Loan Forgiveness After July 2025 appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Rapper Kendrick Lamar Delivers Surprise Speech to Compton College Graduates

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Rapper and activist Kendrick Lamar made a surprise visit to Compton College where he delivered the commencement address. Dr. Keith Curry, president of Compton College with rapper Kendrick Lamar. "I wanted to come out here just to tell y'all how much I appreciate y'all. I'm proud of the city of Compton, I'm proud of Compton College, most importantly I'm proud of the graduates out here," Lamar, a native of Compton, told the graduates.