“Anything you start you should want to finish, especially your education,” Damian Lillard told graduates during WSU’s 145th Commencement in May 2015. Shortly after delivering his speech, the NBA All-Star and former Weber State All-American picked up his diploma at the College of Applied Science & Technology (now the College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology) convocation. Lillard, who finished his course work during the NBA off-season, earned his degree in professional sales.
Lillard’s commitment to education triggered a media frenzy, earning Weber State national coverage after his graduation went viral on social media.
4+ MILLION: The combined number of people reached through Weber State University and WSU Athletics’
Facebook pages following graduation