The founder of Papa Johns, and a 1983 Ball State alumn, is set to speak at the 2015 Spring Commencement, according to the university.
John Schnatter, a Jeffersonville native, majored in business administration at Ball State and was inducted into the Miller Business College Hall of Fame in 2004.
Schnatter opened his first store in his hometown in 1985. Today, Papa Johns currently has 4,600 locations in 34 countries, according to the company's website.
“John has demonstrated the abilities we encourage in our students. His story of hard work, perseverance and the willingness to take risks will be compelling and inspirational to each one in our audience," said Ball State President Paul W. Ferguson in a press release. "We are proud of his accomplishments and are so pleased to honor him at commencement.”
Schnatter will also receive an honorary doctor of laws degree from the university, the release said.
This year's commencement will take place at 10 a.m. on May 2 at the Arts Terrace.
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