American Hip hop Star Nas Honored With W.E.B. Du Bois Medal At Harvard

Nas was a recipient of the W.E.B. Du Bois Medal last night,
from Harvard.

Last night, Nas was excitedly posting pictures while he was at
Harvard University, receiving the prestigious W.E.B. Du Bois
Medal. Nas became the first rapper to ever receive the award,
which Harvard doles out annually for individuals who have
excelled in their contributions to African American culture. Nas
was joined by Former U.S. Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr
and seven other recipients.

When receiving his award, Nas spoke on the importance of the
award in relation to the youth. "These are the things the kids
need to see. The real things," he said. "This is a light I want on
me. I hope that I can be a great role model for those kids…you
can be more than the typical image of rap."

He later wrote on Instagram, "Historic night for the rap game. At
the Hutchins Center Honors for the W. E. B. Du Bois Medal
ceremony. This is a first for the Rap Game to receive this award
but, definitely not the last. Thank you."

Check out some of the photos Nas shared from the ceremony at
Sanders Theatre above.

Congratulations to Nasir!