Bayou Barbie’s Latest Accomplishment
Fresh off a whirlwind year that included a national championship win, historic sponsorship deals, a Met Gala appearance, and a standout WNBA Chicago Sky debut, Angel Reese has added another accomplishment to her growing list: college graduate.
The Bayou Barbie earned a degree in interdisciplinary studies with concentrations and minors in Communication Studies, Leadership Development, and Psychology from Louisiana State University.
Largest Spring Graduating Class
Representing the Class of 2024, Reese was one of the nearly 5,000 students who crossed the LSU stage on Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18. She is part of the university’s largest-ever Spring graduating class, a testament to her dedication and hard work.
“So now what? What was said? Oh, okay, that’s what I thought,” the baller beauty wrote on Instagram under her photos. “I graduated from THE LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY IN 4 YEARS ON TIME I thought somebody without a college degree said sum.”
Overcoming Challenges and Criticism
Reese’s journey hasn’t been without its challenges and unwarranted criticism. A brief benching earlier in the season led to questions about her academic standing.
However, the determined athlete silenced the doubters, balancing her studies with her role as a star player, leading LSU to the Elite Eight in the NCAA tournament.
Defying Naysayers
Reese received negative social media comments recently for attending the Met Gala. The WNBA rookie shut down the chatter with a stellar game, tweeting to her naysayers, “So now yall can delete them drafts & tweets saying I shouldn’t have gone to the met gala & I can’t do both. I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO STRENGTHENS ME.”
Reese’s accomplishments on and off the court serve as an inspiration to many. Her ability to balance her academic pursuits, athletic excellence, and personal pursuits is a testament to her boundless spirit and determination to succeed in all aspects of her life.
With her recent graduation, Angel Reese continues to blaze a trail, radiating beauty, brains, and an unwavering commitment to reaching her full potential.
