The Minister of Justice, Dhurata Hoxha, was honored with the title “Honorary Doctorate” at Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa, USA. The ceremony was attended by Graceland’s President, John Sellars, Board of Trustees Chair, Harry Ashenhurst, former Ambassador, John Menzies, and other academic dignitaries of this university as well as the 120th generation students.

In her address during the University’s commencement ceremony, in the presence of first-year students, Minister Hoxha stated that 13 years ago she had been sitting in the same place as a student, describing her journey, enrollment and post-graduation path, as well as the circumstances of the Republic of Kosovo.

 “Here, in Lamoni, I found a community of good people, a place that I proudly call my second home, a place and a community that have strengthened my values of honesty, integrity, and respect for the community”, said Minister Hoxha, adding that she proudly remembers her professors, who with their utmost commitment promoted the best values that make America great.

The Minister quoted President Abraham Lincoln saying “Whatever you are, be a good one”, encouraging the present students to get the best out of the path they choose.

“Follow your dreams, do everything to achieve them, and be sure that Graceland University has equipped us all with everything we need. Do not choose the topic of your life, but become your own story”, said Minister Hoxha in her address.

The title Honorary Doctorate was awarded to Minister Hoxha with the motivation: deserving person who has made a distinguished contribution to society, became associated with Graceland, and demonstrated the admirable qualities of life, which Graceland tries to cultivate in students.