SAN MARCOS — Grammy, Emmy, and Oscar winner Common is encouraging college students to live their truths.
- Speech was part of LBJ Distinguished Lecture Series
- Free for Texas State students
The rapper, actor, and author took the stage at Texas State University's Strahan Arena Tuesday before a sold-out crowd of students, staff, and faculty.
He talked about fatherhood, his hip-hop career, and his dedication to social change.
Common told students to use their time at Texas State to find their purpose.
“I want to encourage each and every one of you, whatever your major may be. I want you to think about the things that you love to do. I want you to think about the things that you wake up wanting to participate in, that may be a part of your purpose,” said Common.
Students at LBJ Distinguished Lecture Series at Texas State University on Oct. 15, 2019 (Nicole Cross / Spectrum News)
This all part of Texas State's LBJ Distinguished Lecture Series. The program has brought in celebrity speakers at no cost to students or the community since 2005.