JACKSONVILLE, Ala., April 30 -- Jacksonville State University issued the following news release:
JACKSONVILLE -Jacksonville State University awarded an Honorary Doctorate to Jacksonville native Riley Green during its Spring Commencement ceremony on Thursday, April 30, at Pete Mathews Coliseum. Green, who also served as keynote speaker for the 1 p.m. ceremony honoring graduates from the College of Education and Professional Studies, received the honor prior to addressingthegraduates. The ceremony was one of five held at Pete MathewsColiseumover two days.
A former Jax State quarterback, Green began his journey on campus before pursuing a successful career in country music. Today, he is recognized as one of the genre's most prominent voices,...