Bennett D. Melin Family University Speaker Series Presents: Sean Astin
Join us for an inaugural speaker series event
Film and television actor Sean Astin will be St. Cloud State University’s inaugural speaker in the Bennett D. Melin Family University Speaker Series! Save the date to join us on Thursday, Sept. 24 at St. Cloud State University for the event. Registration will be required, and will open later in summer 2026.
Astin is known for his portrayal of several classic and beloved characters, such as the ever-faithful Samwise “Sam” Gamgee in the “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy and the namesake working-class hero in “Rudy.” He made his feature film debut as Mikey in the ’80s classic “The Goonies,” and went on to become a fan favorite as Bob Newby in the second season of Netflix’s series “Stranger Things.”
Astin, the son of performer and mental health advocate Patty Duke, will follow in his late mother’s footsteps by centering his SCSU speaker series appearance on the subject of mental health.
Check back as registration and more details become available.
