Aaron Golub’s career as a motivational speaker has taken him from high schools to speaking for U.S. Bank — but before that, he was the first legally blind Division I football player to compete in the NCAA. His Carleton convocation address, “Achieving Goals Through Adversity,” took place on Friday, January 16 from 10:50 to 11:50 a.m. in Skinner Chapel.
Golub’s passion for public speaking began at the age of 17, when he was asked to appear on Good Morning America after committing to play football at Tulane University. This experience ignited a conviction that he had a message that would impact millions. Golub shares his knowledge of leadership, disability, and overcoming adversity, mixed with some good old-fashioned sports stories, captivating audiences around the world. He has appeared on Good Morning America and been featured in CBS, NBC, Sports Illustrated, The New York Times, Entrepreneur, NPR, and many others.
In a recent interview, Golub reflected on what his blindness has taught him: I say all the time how thankful and grateful I am that I was born legally blind. It’s the greatest thing that’s ever happened to me. Being legally blind taught me how to be disciplined, taught me how to be consistent, taught me how to work hard, and outwork the people around me.”
Learn more about Carleton Convos at go.carleton.edu/convocations
