Sixty-six current and former Kent State student-athletes were among the 5,300 new graduates Saturday, May 11, at the One University Commencement Dix Stadium. The first to walk across the elongated stage was reigning Super Bowl MVP Julian Edelman accepting his bachelor's degree.
More than a decade after playing his final game at Dix Stadium, the former Golden Flashes' quarterback took care of some unfinished business away from the gridiron. Edelman completed coursework toward a bachelor's degree in integrative studies and brought the crowd to its feet Saturday, this time while wearing a cap and gown.
"What a great accomplishment for Julian!