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Eric Henderson Conquers the Classroom

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Eric Henderson, a Georgia Tech football player, overcame numerous challenges, including Hurricane Katrina and a tough Operations Management course, to graduate with a management degree. This achievement is a testament to his perseverance and dedication. Henderson's story serves as an inspiration for his teammates and others who have struggled to balance academics and athletics. With graduation comes a new chapter for Henderson, as he plans to pursue a master's degree in the future.

Key Takeaways:

  • Eric Henderson, a Georgia Tech football player, graduated with a management degree after overcoming challenges such as Hurricane Katrina and a difficult Operations Management course.
  • Henderson met with a teaching assistant for two hours a day, every day, for two weeks to prepare for the final exam in Operations Management.
  • Henderson attributed his graduation to the support of his family and his own determination, saying, "It brought tears to my eyes... To know that it's over is definitely a blessing."
  • Henderson was one of seven Yellow Jackets players to graduate on Saturday, including teammates Damarius Bilbo, Salih Besirevic, and others.
  • Besirevic, a fellow graduate, will start at right tackle in the Emerald Bowl and plans to watch the rest of the Jackets play next season before beginning his post-graduate career in financial services.
  • Henderson plans to pursue a master's degree in the future, saying, "I don't have to come back until I decide to come back and get a master's," indicating a high level of commitment to his education.

Statistics:

  • 7 Yellow Jackets players graduated on Saturday, including Eric Henderson, Damarius Bilbo, Salih Besirevic, and others.
  • Henderson met with a teaching assistant for 14 hours over two weeks to prepare for the final exam in Operations Management.
  • Georgia Tech will face Utah in the Emerald Bowl on December 29, with Besirevic starting at right tackle, and Henderson, Bilbo, and others participating as graduated players.

Sources:

  • "Eric Henderson Conquers the Classroom" (Author unknown, no publication date mentioned)
  • Johnny Crawford / Staff (Author and publication date unknown)
  • ESPN and 790 AM (radio and TV networks, no publication date mentioned)

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