Rapper Stormzy graduates from University Of Exeter with honorary degree to highlight his "outstanding contribution to society"
British Rapper Stormzy was awarded an honorary degree today (June 21) at Exeter University for his "outstanding contribution or society". The degree recognises his remarkable achievements in higher education philanthropy, including the "Stormzy Scholarship" which provides scholarships for Black student at the University of Cambridge.
During his speech at the ceremony, Stormzy noted "I feel truly blessed and grateful to be up here receiving this honorary degree. I'd like to say a big thank you to University of Exeter and you guys as well for allowing me to share this moment with you."
The rapper also adds "I'm not here to do a big speech about myself or things that I have done, or the things I haven't done, but I strongly believe there is something that God has instilled in all of us and I just thank him for giving us the courage to act on it."
The rapper rounded up his speech on a light note stating "Dr Mike over and out."