PHOENIX — Diamondbacks President and CEO Derrick Hall has been awarded an honorary doctorate in humane letters from University of Phoenix. Hall (@DHallDbacks) was presented the doctorate on Saturday, Nov. 10, during the graduation ceremony at University of Phoenix in which Hall was the commencement speaker.
“University of Phoenix is a great partner of the D-backs and a leader in the Arizona community,” said Hall. “I am honored to receive this degree of high distinction. I’m so proud of the collaborative efforts to make a strong impact in the community with our joint initiatives.”
The doctorate is in recognition of Hall’s leadership role in the community. The honor came one day after Hall was presented with the first-ever Goldwater Community Service Award for his philanthropic efforts in the Arizona community. He currently serves on 27 boards, including Chairman of the Board for Valley of the Sun United Way leading the Hunger-Free Communities Plan Steering Committee, and is an active member of the Thunderbirds and Young President’s Organization.
