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John Cena: Springfield College
The multiple-time World Champion attended Springfield College in Massachusetts, gaining All-American honors as an offensive lineman. But something he is especially proud of is his degree in exercise physiology from the school. Without his degree, Cena has said, he wouldn’t be the smarter, more durable Superstar he is today.
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Beth Phoenix: Canisius College
Beth Phoenix graduated with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, with intentions on becoming a lawyer. “All the time I was in college, I was going to wrestling school on the weekends. I felt like my education would be with me my entire life, but you’re only young once,” she explained. “It’s certainly not out of the question that I’d pursue something in the criminal justice field after I retire.”
Michelle McCool: Florida State
First-ever Divas Champion Michelle McCool received her teaching degree from Florida State, and went on to teach sixth grade in her native Florida. “I do believe in going to college and getting your education first," said McCool about higher learning. "That way, you will always have something to fall back on! If you don’t go after your dreams, someone else will!”
Shelton Benjamin: Univ. of Minnesota
Shelton Benjamin could’ve had “The Gold Standard” moniker back at the University of Minnesota. The extremely athletic Benjamin was a two-time All-American while on the Golden Gopher wrestling squad, compiling an impressive 36-6 record. After graduating, the SmackDown Superstar served as an assistant coach at his alma mater.
Jack Swagger: Univ. of Oklahoma
They don’t call him “The All-American American” for nothing. Making Jim Ross proud, the former ECW Champion graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in finance. The two-time collegiate All-American recorded an impressive 30 pins in one season as part of the Sooner wrestling team, and was also a defensive tackle for the college football powerhouse.
Eve: Univ. of Southern California
Ever try to solve a Rubik’s cube in less than five minutes? Ask Eve, she can help. The 2007 Diva Search winner has a degree from the University of Southern California in engineering, where she attended school on a full scholarship.
Ted DiBiase: Mississippi College
DiBiase knew he would never cement his “Legacy” without a college degree. The Priceless Superstar graduated from Mississippi College, getting a degree in business administration. While in college, DiBiase enjoyed competition on the field, playing for the football and soccer teams.
Charlie Haas: Seton Hall
Charlie Haas doesn’t only have tag team gold on his list of accomplishments. Haas graduated from Seton Hall University in New Jersey, where he attended under a wrestling scholarship. He went on to become a two-time Big East Champion, and receive his degree in economics and business.
Lilian Garcia: Univ. of South Carolina
The Raw ring announcer knew she wanted to sing, but made sure she received her college degree. “My parents always supported my dream, but my mom made it clear that she felt it was important to get a college degree.” And that’s what Lilian Garcia did, graduating from the University of South Carolina with honors.
Justin Roberts: Univ. of Arizona
Justin Roberts' goal has always been to become a ring announcer for WWE. "There was no WWE major at the University of Arizona, so I majored in media arts with a communications minor," the SmackDown ring announcer said. " I had already taught myself public speaking doing indy wrestling shows on the weekends, so class wasn't too bad!"
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