Jesse James Leija, two-time world boxing champion and local sports icon, will be on campus on Nov. 14 to give a special presentation on “The Spirit of Champion.”

Leija’s boxing career spanned more than 16 years during which he fought in nine world title fights, two of which he won, and faced and defeated 15 world contenders and three Olympians. He retired with a record of 27 wins, seven losses, and two ties.

Locally, Leija has come to stand for more than success in the ring. He opened ChampionFit gym, a boxing gym and fitness center, and is involved with Miracle League, an organization that reaches out to handicapped and underprivileged children giving them the chance to play baseball.