Pittsburgh Steelers’ defensive lineman Cameron Heyward will receive an honorary degree from Carlow University during the school’s upcoming commencement, the school announced in a press release Monday. Heyward will serve as the graduation’s keynote speaker.
“Cameron’s distinguished service to the community and his own accomplishments both on and off the football field are traits that serve to better mankind,” school President Kathy Humphrey said as part of the school’s press release. “Cam’s perseverance to complete his college education reinforces Carlow’s heritage of transforming generations by making educational opportunities accessible to all.”
Heyward has made an impact on and off the field in Pittsburgh.