Shaquille O'Neal's Hopes of Teaching in University Dashed by ASU Representative

Shaquille O'Neal's hopes of teaching in university dashed by ASU representative

A few days ago, many sports outlets, including Sports Illustrated and Black Enterprise, reported that Shaquille O'Neal is planning to make a jump in his career.

HBCU is preparing Shaq to become a professor

During a recent episode of Inside the NBA, Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal revealed his next big move—and it’s far from the basketball court. Donning an Alabama State University sweater and offering a fraternity salute, Shaq made a bold, heartfelt declaration: “From now on, I would like to be addressed as Professor O’Neal,” he told co-host Ernie Johnson,. “When I graduate in two years, I will leave you and become a college professor on mentorship…

Shaquille O’Neal Reps Alabama State University, Says He’s On Track to Become an HBCU Professor

Shaquille O’Neal is no stranger to making headlines, but this time it wasn’t for a slam dunk or a viral TV moment—it was for repping Alabama State University and announcing his plans to become a college professor at an HBCU. During a May 8, 2025 episode of Inside the NBA, Shaq showed up on set […] The post Shaquille O’Neal Reps Alabama State University, Says He’s On Track to Become an HBCU Professor appeared first on HBCU Buzz.