In this March 6, 2008 file photo, baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron attends the opening night of "Cat On A Hot Tin Roof" at the Broadhurst Theatre in New York. The former home-run king will receive an honorary law degree from Concordia University in Wisconsin and will deliver the commencement speech on Saturday, May 17, 2008.
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Aaron to receive honorary degree, address students
In this March 6, 2008 file photo, baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron attends the opening night of "Cat On A Hot Tin Roof" at the Broadhurst Theatre in New York. The former home-run king will receive an honorary law degree from Concordia University in Wisconsin and will deliver the commencement speech on Saturday, May 17, 2008.
(AP Photo/Evan Agostini, File)
MEQUON, Wis.—Hall of Fame slugger Hank Aaron will receive an honorary law degree from Concordia University in Wisconsin. The former home-run king also will deliver the commencement speech on Saturday.
Aaron played for the Milwaukee Braves, Atlanta Braves and Milwaukee Brewers. His 755 career home runs were a record until last year, when Barry Bonds finished the season with 762.
School officials say they're recognizing Aaron for inspiring the nation through his leadership in baseball. He also created the Hank Aaron Chasing the Dream Foundation, which mentors children and helps them develop artistic and athletic talents.
Aaron is a vice president with the Atlanta Braves.
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