Noura Erakat, Professor of Africana Studies and Criminal Justice, has been bestowed the title of Doctor Honoris Causa by the University of Antwerp. This honorary doctorate, as described by Rector Herwig Leirs, reflects Professor Erakat’s “relentless commitment to advancing Palestinian rights, both through [her] outstanding scholarly work and [her] tireless engagement in the public and legal arenas.” Professor Erakat’s voice has been “central in connecting rigorous legal and political analyses with broader struggles for justice.” Dr. Erakat will be formally presented with the honorary degree in Antwerp, Belgium.
