USF Welcomes Inspirational Speaker Craig MacFarlane on Sept. 11

Joliet, Ill. – The University of St. Francis (USF) invites the USF community and the general public to enjoy an evening of inspiration as Craig MacFarlane, often referred to as the “world’s most celebrated, totally blind athlete,” comes to campus for a special presentation on Tuesday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. in Turk Theater (which is located inside the Moser Performing Arts Center). Admission to the event is free of charge.

Craig MacFarlane has led an incredible life. He has won more than 100 gold medals, with the majority coming against sighted competition. He has won multiple national championships in two countries. He has represented two countries internationally, and won on the world stage, as well. He has set records, and then exceeded them. He has even performed as a professional athlete, and is the only totally blind person to ever achieve such success.

This modest yet motivated man, in a classic example of triumph over tragedy, has built a remarkable family life and impressive business career, on what most consider an enviable scale. He took the lessons he learned from his experience and applied them in the most dramatic ways. The result has been an impressive 30-year, post athletic career, as an internationally renowned keynote inspirational speaker and business advocate.

During this special event, MacFarlane will share his personal, inspirational story about what can be achieved through persistence and perseverance, with focus, desire and discipline.

Special thanks are extended to USF trustee Ed Dollinger for sponsoring this event.

The University of St. Francis, in Joliet, Ill., serves 4,100 students nationwide, offering undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs in the arts and sciences, business, education, nursing and social work. There are over 49,000 USF alumni across the globe. For information, call 800-735-7500 or visit stfrancis.edu.

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