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Undefeated Boxer Dante Kirkman Makes History as First Pro Fighter to Graduate from Stanford University PhilBoxing.com Thu, 19 Jun 2025  PALO ALTO, CA (June 18, 2025) – Undefeated middleweight prospect Dante “The Inferno” Kirkman (4-0, 2 KOs) has added a prestigious accolade to his already impressive resume—earning his bachelor's degree from Stanford University. With this achievement, Kirkman becomes the first professional boxer in history to graduate from Stanford, fulfilling a lifelong dream born and nurtured in his hometown of Palo Alto, California. Balancing the rigorous academic demands of one of the nation’s top universities with the physical and mental challenges of life as a professional fighter, Kirkman’s journey is one of unrelenting determination and passion. “Graduating from Stanford is a dream come true,” said Kirkman. “Growing up practically across the street from campus, I always told myself I’d wear that cap and gown one day. To walk across that stage as both a student and a professional athlete means everything to me.” While pursuing his degree, Kirkman maintained an undefeated record in the ring—demonstrating the same grit in class as he did in competition. “There were moments I questioned whether I could juggle it all,” Kirkman reflected. “Early mornings, late nights, training sessions in between lectures—it was grueling. But every challenge sharpened me. It taught me how to manage my time, push through fatigue, and never lose sight of my goals.” As both an athlete and scholar, Kirkman hopes his story will ignite the ambitions of young athletes everywhere. “If I can do it, so can you,” he continued. “No dream is too big. Whether it’s an elite education or a championship fight, don’t ever let anyone tell you it’s one or the other. You can do both—you just have to believe in yourself and put in the hard work.” Kirkman will be launching his own nonprofit soon to help others make this journey, as one of his goals is to use his professional stature to pay it forward and help uplift others in the boxing community. With diploma in hand, Kirkman is now focused on climbing the ranks in the middleweight division, with plans to return to the ring later this summer. “This is just the beginning. I’ve got my degree, but I’m still chasing greatness inside the ring. I’m hungrier than ever—and now, even more prepared to take on the world.”  |
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