For 19 years, Shaquille O'Neal dominated the NBA with his size and even bigger personality. Now he's scored a doctorate. And as Randall Pinkston reports, it was a towering accomplishment.
I had no idea prior to Kobe’s passing, how educated and sophisticated these top athletes actually are. They saw their opportunities and they took them. Amazing.
Dr. O'Neal: You are no longer Shaq to me. You are far greater than that. For you to earn this highest of academic honors with your grueling schedule is not only impressive but imperative to demonstrate in the eyes of our young people. From now on I will never call you Shaq...you will always be Dr. O'Neal. You have earnex that. Congratulations.
I love his positive outlook. I’m naturally positive and optimistic too. And this isn’t forced positivity, this is genuine. the way we keep positive is we ensure we always feel a sense of meaning and purpose. That’s extremely important to us, even if that includes tremendous sacrifice. I’m not shaq, but I have a feeling his heart is as big as his size!
I'm so proud of Dr. Shaq O'neil. He broke barriers on the court, he broke academic barriers on the road with a Bachelor's, an MBA degree and now a Doctorate!!!. Trust me, it's not easy. It wasn't even honorary, he did the whole program just like everyone else getting a doctorate. I'm one year in pursuing my own Doctorate degree!! And I'm always sleep deprived hehe. 😂☺️. He did that while playing in the NBA. A great role model to young Brothers, all kids everywhere, even us grown ups. You can do anything if you plan properly, stay humble, and put your mind to it.
he can also to just live life without an education what is you point? and anyone can get an education its call loans or get good enough grades for scholarships but your just bitching about it with your sad life
Dumb? I think you meant: "I thought Shaq was dumb." With a period. And the 'S' is capitalized. If "Dr. O'Neal" was here he probably would've corrected you.
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This man tho.... he has broken soooo many barriers Congratulations to him those doctoral programs are not easy but he made it through get it Shaquille
He also broke so many back boards 🤣
A real dissertation, not an "honorary degree"
I had no idea prior to Kobe’s passing, how educated and sophisticated these top athletes actually are. They saw their opportunities and they took them. Amazing.
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Dr. O'Neal: You are no longer Shaq
to me. You are far greater than that. For you to earn this highest of academic honors with your grueling schedule is not only impressive but imperative to demonstrate in the eyes of our young people. From now on I will never call you Shaq...you will always be Dr. O'Neal. You have earnex that. Congratulations.
Agree! Much respect!
He has the time, money and motivation. Big congrats!
I didn't know. Now, you are one of my heroes. Respect.
I love his positive outlook. I’m naturally positive and optimistic too. And this isn’t forced positivity, this is genuine. the way we keep positive is we ensure we always feel a sense of meaning and purpose. That’s extremely important to us, even if that includes tremendous sacrifice. I’m not shaq, but I have a feeling his heart is as big as his size!
Happy to say I successfully defended my dissertation last week, now because of you I too am a Doctor. 😊 Thanks Dr. O'Neill
A little bit late to say but congrats!
@@KingossoThank you. Best decision I did in my academic career
I'm so proud of Dr. Shaq O'neil. He broke barriers on the court, he broke academic barriers on the road with a Bachelor's, an MBA degree and now a Doctorate!!!. Trust me, it's not easy. It wasn't even honorary, he did the whole program just like everyone else getting a doctorate. I'm one year in pursuing my own Doctorate degree!! And I'm always sleep deprived hehe. 😂☺️. He did that while playing in the NBA. A great role model to young Brothers, all kids everywhere, even us grown ups. You can do anything if you plan properly, stay humble, and put your mind to it.
This video keeps me going. I can relate
Thank you Shaq. Kids need to hear about life and education beyond the rim. Good luck to you!
Imagine if Shaq is your lawyer haha
That would be badass and expensive lol
What! This is definitely motivation to complete my doctorate degree. With as many jobs as he has, I can do this, too! #GOALS
You can do it. Focus, and you will achieve your goal.
wow, you're doctor now
@@kipasangin2319 , I successfully defended my dissertation in March. So I finally finished! 🥳
@@DoctorAkinpelu Congrats!!!
Paul Robeson PhD - NFL
Steve Young JD -NFL
Shaquille ONeal EdD - NBA
people don't realize how hard of a process getting a Doctoral degree is
Go Dr.Shaq I am proud of you much love you're a inspirational person I cry everytime I see the video
Exit Shaq, enter Dr. O'neal!
Dr. O'Neal, the Shaq Doctor.
props to him. i don't even have the energy and motivation for my masters. (have my BFA though)
You are climbing up the academic ladder !
Congratulations 🎊🎉🎊🎊👏👏👏🎉🎊 on keeping the thought alive 💖 you will find your motivation soon.
shaq is a driven person,
Congratulations Dr. Oneal...
He's a good looking man!! That smile😍😍😍
That's the biggest college graduate you'll EVER see!!! Good stuff Dr. Diesel
Congratulations proud of you much love 💘
Congratulations proud of you 👏
Shaq is a true role model❤
Congratulations proud of you much love and keep looking up, You're a great person we could look up to you 😊
Wow, incredible! Yay, Shaq! I’m so proud of you!👍
Unbelievable
A black man get doctorate
He is great man ... Congratulations for him
Proud of Shaquille
He is one of the ones that can afford it.
he can also to just live life without an education what is you point? and anyone can get an education its call loans or get good enough grades for scholarships but your just bitching about it with your sad life
You can afford it too....all it takes is work. That is why they say 'earned'.
SHAQ HAS A DOCTORATE. A DOCTORATE DEGREE!! VERY, VERY GOOD. GREAT FOR SHAQ!
Shaq is awesome
Congrats shaq
I want an online phd! 😂
You can do it, but you must be dedicated, committed and focused. You will succeed.
As long as you like typing essays
I'm not sure if you are being facetious or not, but it is just as rigorous as sitting in a brick and mortar. Much respect to Dr. O'Neal.
@@divinediva_ It's even more rigorous, because everything is on you.
Shaq 2012!
Im done wearin jordens. Strictly shaqs now.
Can he remake kindergarten cop....
Go doc
- Money and status can buy you just about anything these days.
Impressive!
Amazing 💙💙💙💙💙
GOD BLESS PROSPER YOU SIR FOREVER ALWAYS 🙏🏾🧎🏾♂️👼🏾✝️
ASAIK this man scored more degrees than 3 pointers. 😂
Dr Shaq 😮🎉🎉
Shaq a boy doctor
chuck prolly think doctorette is a girl doctor
Very cool…
American icon
Y would sum body dislike sis vid
Idk man
33 degrees
My father has the same degree
shaq is way, way better than mj, kobe and lebron... because of this
He did not earn the degree. He paid for it. What money can buy
Christel
Help me get mine!!
Congratulations on the phd of education.
u mad? sounds like it and never once was I "hating" on anyone. Tell me how much it is for a credit hour in your foul mouthed school?
I thought shaq is dumb
Your persuasion would
Dumb? I think you meant: "I thought Shaq was dumb." With a period. And the 'S' is capitalized. If "Dr. O'Neal" was here he probably would've corrected you.
@@TheWinterShadow Yes he would.
bought it at a diploma mill
No he did not. Dr. O'neal earned it.
Yes he did. Diploma mills love Shaq.
@@alfredhitchcock45 I'm sure that reasoning helps you sleep at night.
@@alfredhitchcock45 Maybe so, but he did not bother with them.
I wish they would call it a degree instead of an award. You shouldn’t be able to walk around calling yourself a doctor.
You mad cause you never goanna earn one?
Ridiculous.
A doctorate is not learned on the road...
Working with peers for all those years is key.
He did work with his peers online while he was on the road.
Ue
shaq a boy doctor