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Jack White Receives Doctorate From Wayne State University

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LAS VEGAS, NV – SEPTEMBER 21: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY; NO COMMERCIAL USE) Jack White poses in the press room during the iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena on September 21, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)

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Although he now calls Nashville home, Jack White was born and raised in Detroit. And now, WXYZ Detroit reports, Detroit's Wayne State University has given him an honorary doctorate for his dedication to the city and his contributions to the arts. He received the honor during the school's commencement ceremony this morning. Say hello to Dr. Jack White, everyone!

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