Reggaeton star Nicky Jam becomes honorary doctor of Colombian university

Reggaeton star Nicky Jam is now also an honorary doctor! The University de la Costa in Colombia awarded him this title for his contribution to the development of creative industries and entrepreneurship.

The university says that Nicky Jam is a true leader who helps develop business, creates jobs, and makes a significant contribution to the creative field. This is the highest award that the university can give a person for their merits, and you don't need to take exams for it.

The university congratulated Nicky Jam on social network X and showed a video from the award ceremony. They emphasized that he is a very influential singer and composer worldwide.

During the ceremony, Nicky Jam touchingly spoke about his childhood in a disadvantaged area. He recalled that many of his friends were unable to finish school. The singer said that although he has a Grammy and other awards, this title is the most important to him.

Nicky Jam emphasized that the most terrible thing is not poverty of money, but poverty of knowledge. He also added that his father would be most happy if he saw this award in his hands. After these words, the hall erupted in applause.