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Berklee Honors Bob Dylan with Honorary Doctorate and Concert

11/5/2025

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Berklee College of Music awarded Bob Dylan, the singer-songwriter, an honorary doctorate on November 4, 2025, for decades of impact on music.
This marks Dylan's first honorary degree from an American institution since 1970.
Dylan called the honor a "pleasant surprise."
Berklee President Jim Lucchese praised Dylan's evolving artistry.
The college will honor him with a concert titled "Watching the River Flow: A Roots Salute to Bob Dylan."

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Berklee College of Music awarded Bob Dylan, the singer-songwriter, an honorary doctorate on November 4, 2025, for decades of impact on music.
This marks Dylan's first honorary degree from an American institution since 1970.
Dylan called the honor a "pleasant surprise."
Berklee President Jim Lucchese praised Dylan's evolving artistry.
The college will honor him with a concert titled "Watching the River Flow: A Roots Salute to Bob Dylan."