Grad finally fulfills promise to grandma to get college degree
October 3, 2024Nate DeSpain made a promise to his grandmother shortly before she died that he would go to college.
Fifteen years later, including a 5-year stint in the Marine Corps, the Kentucky native is following through on his word. On Saturday, he will receive his diploma from the University of Louisville.
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