The Hip-Hop Archive, in conjunction with the W.E.B. Du Bois Institute at Harvard University have announced the Nasir Jones Hip-Hop Fellowship, which honors the legendary rapper who dropped out of school. According to the press release, fellowship will give those who showcase academic excellence as well as creative ability the opportunity to show that “education is power.” The recipients of this fellowship will be selected by the Harvard University administration.
Says Marcyliena Morgan, Founder of the Hip-Hop Archive:
“With the introduction of the Nasir Jones Hip-Hop Fellowship, we will continue to be the leading resource for those interested in knowing, developing, building, maintaining, and representing hip-Hop.”
Says Nas:
“My hopes are that greed for knowledge, art, self-determination and expression go a long way,” Nas said. “It is a true honor to have my name attached to so much hard work, alongside great names like Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and W.E.B. Du Bois and to such a prestigious and historical institution, and all in the name of the music I grew to be a part of.”
Via MTV