In a significant move, Howard University has made the decision to cut all ties with music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs. The university's Board of Trustees announced that they have rescinded the honorary degree awarded to Combs in 2014 and have disbanded the scholarship program bearing his name. This comes after the recent release of a video from 2016 depicting an altercation between Combs and R&B singer Cassie.

The Board stated that Combs' behavior, as shown in the video, is entirely at odds with the core values and beliefs upheld by Howard University. As a result, they unanimously voted to accept the return of the honorary degree, revoking all honors and privileges linked to it. His name will be removed from all documents listing honorary degree recipients of the university.

Additionally, the Board has directed university administrators to terminate any financial connections with Combs. This includes returning a $1 million contribution made by Combs, discontinuing the scholarship program established by his foundation, and dissolving a 2023 pledge agreement with the Sean Combs Foundation.

In response to these developments, an email seeking comment was sent to a spokesperson for Combs. However, there has been no immediate response.

Combs previously acknowledged last month that he had assaulted his ex-girlfriend, Cassie, in a hotel hallway back in 2016, after CNN released footage of the incident. In a video statement posted on social media, Combs expressed deep remorse for his actions, calling them "inexcusable" and taking full responsibility for his misconduct.

It is worth noting that a lawsuit filed by Cassie, whose legal name is Cassandra Ventura, led to subsequent cases and public accusations against Combs. However, the specific details of the settlement regarding this lawsuit have not been disclosed.

Howard University's decision to sever ties with Combs signifies a clear stance against behavior that contradicts their core values. This serves as a reminder that even prominent figures are held accountable for their actions, regardless of their reputation or accomplishments.