Riley Green Honored with Honorary Degree at Jax State

0:00It's April 30th. You're listening to Burmihem News Today, AI-powered local news. I'm Cory with the story. Jacksonville State University handed out a big honor to their hometown country music star, Riley Greene. They gave him an honorary Doctor of Letters degree during the spring commencement on April 30th. Greene earned it for his chart-topping hits and steady support for his Alabama roots. As a former quarterback for the Gamecocks, Greene stepped up as the keynote speaker for the College of Education and Professional Studies grads. His speech fired up the crowd with real talk when chasing what you're good at and holding onto it no matter what. The university president, Dr. Don Killing's worth, called Greene the perfect example of Jack State spirit. He praised how Greene started local, grind at hard, and keeps giving back to the school and community as a true ambassador. Board members even wrote him up during the ceremony, showing mad respect for his journey from campus field to music stardom. Fancy history as motivation for anyone starting out.

1:02Greene's path reminds us success sticks when you rep where you came from. Keep an eye on these Gamecocks greats making waves.