By Brooks Welch

Three-time Grammy award winner Ludacris will receive an honorary Bachelor of Science in Music Management from Georgia State University.

Ludacris attended Georgia State University in the 1990s, reports Yahoo!.

The “Stand Up” rapper is receiving the honorary Bachelor of Science in Music Management for his “support of Georgia State’s creative media arts and law programs, his substantial commitment to the metro Atlanta community, and his nationwide philanthropic endeavors,” according to the school’s official statement.

“This is a dream come true for me,” said Ludacris, according to the press release. “Georgia State helped me get my start and I am so honored and excited to share this milestone with the world.”

As reported by AfroTech, Chris Bridges’ (aka Ludacris) journey at Georgia State began in the 1990s before gaining popularity in entertainment. Returning to his roots, Ludacris became an artist-in-residence in 2019. While serving in this position, he mentored students and worked alongside Creative Media Industries Institute professors, “focusing on entrepreneurship in the music and film industries.”

Ludacris also collaborated with the College of Law and educated students through his first course, “The Legal Life of …”

“We are proud that Chris Bridges (Ludacris) got his start at Georgia State,” Georgia State President M. Brian Blakes said, in a statement. “He has gone on to become a cultural and philanthropic icon, representing Atlanta and giving back in many ways. Our students in the Creative Media Industries Institute (CMII) and College of Law have benefited from learning from his career and we’re excited to honor him as a member of the Panther family.”