"I didn't get my degree at NYU; I got it later, they gave me an honourary one"

This quote by Jim Jarmusch suggests that he did not initially receive his degree from New York University (NYU). Nevertheless, eventually in the future, NYU granted him an honorary degree. This could mean that he was recognized for his accomplishments and contributions to the field he studied, and was given the degree as a kind of acknowledgment. It could also mean that he was given the degree as a way of making up for not having actually received it initially. In either case, it is clear that NYU saw the worth in Jim Jarmusch's work and wanted to acknowledge him for it. This quote is a testimony to the power of hard work and commitment, and how it can be rewarded in unexpected methods.