2024 Honorary Degree Recipients

Columbia University will confer honorary degrees and recognize the alum who will receive its University Medal for Excellence at its annual Commencement exercises on May 15, 2024. This recognition is given to individuals who exemplify the ideals of the University through their significant scholarly, artistic, or societal achievements or contributions.

Kizzmekia S. Corbett-Helaire
Kizzmekia S. Corbett-Helaire

Viral Immunologist
Doctor of Science

Zvi Galil
Zvi Galil

Computer Scientist
Doctor of Letters

Barney S. Graham
Barney S. Graham

Immunologist, Virologist, and Vaccinologist
Doctor of Science

Robert Reffkin
Robert Reffkin

Entrepreneur and Philanthropist
University Medal for Excellence

Darren Walker
Darren Walker

Philanthropic Leader
Doctor of Laws