North Jersey University Revokes Bill Cosby's Honorary Degree

Drew University in Madison has joined the list of American colleges and universities to revoke an honorary degree given to comedian and actor Bill Cosby, the school confirmed Monday.

In a statement to media, the university said, “Following Bill Cosby’s admission in legal depositions that he engaged in conduct toward women that violates Drew University’s values and standards, the University’s Board of Trustees recently voted to rescind the honorary degree given to Mr. Cosby in 2002. Mr. Cosby had been notified of the University’s intention to take action via his attorneys but failed to respond.”

The board made the decision on Oct. 23, according to University spokeswoman Kira Poplowski. 

Poplowski said there would be no further comment on the issue.

Drew University is a private school with an enrollment of approximately 2,100 students and an annual tuition fee of more than $46,000.