Cam Newton’s return to Auburn to complete his degree this spring has apparently been all the talk on campus.
With his sociology degree just a few days away, Newton revealed to the The Plainsman he hopes to open a day care after his playing days are over.
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“I think sociology has done so much great for me in understanding people and different attitudes,” Newton said. “Hopefully that pays dividends in the long run.”
Newton said he promised his mother he would complete his degree after he left college early for the NFL Draft.
“When I do get my diploma, I’m going to put it right above my mom’s door, so she knows her words were not in vain,” Newton said. “All my awards that mean the world to me are implanted (in her house), and this is no different. If anything, it’s going right along next to the Heisman.”
Once Newton finishes his degree, social media and Auburn students will be without fresh selfies with the school legend who brought the football program its first national championship since 1957. And considering his celebrity on campus, Newton has decided not to walk across the stage to receive his diploma.
Cam Newton takes a selfie on his way to his last #auburn class Friday #nfl @oanow #carolinapanthers @CameronNewton pic.twitter.com/9f2lAF01nJ
— Todd Van Emst (@fototodd) May 1, 2015When you're a pro football player but you still gotta go to class pic.twitter.com/SHQ3YkzDr7
— Ryan Daly (@ryandaly23) February 6, 2015“Number one, I don’t think walking really solidifies anything for me," Newton said. “I have pretty much conquered the main reason why I’m here, and all I really need is a degree.
“Plus, I don’t want to take away anything from the people already graduating. After seeing the response coming from class, I wouldn’t want to take anything away from another person’s (graduation day).”
In summation, Newton doesn't want too much attention for earning a degree he plans to use to open a day care. Kudos to the graduate.