Barbra Streisand is honored in Jerusalem

ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION)<br/> <br />STORY: American entertainer Barbra Streisand received on Monday (June 17) an honorary doctorate degree of philosophy from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem.<br/> <br />According to the university's press release, the honorary doctorate is a recognition of her professional achievements, humanitarianism and commitment to civil rights.<br/> <br />"I am so grateful to be here today to receive this honorary doctorate of philosophy. For close to thirty years I have had a deep connection to the Hebrew University. It is not only home to a diverse population of some of Israel's best students but as you've heard it also houses the Emanuel Streisand and building for Jewish studies,"she said.<br/> <br />The Oscar and Emmy-winning actress and singer arrived in Israel on Sunday (June 16) to sing at a 90th birthday celebration for President Shimon Peres and perform at two concerts in Tel Aviv.