Academic Life Outside of the Classroom

Regent University School of Law is a place where the biggest issues of the day are discussed openly and fully. Of course, those discussions take place in our classes. But they also take place outside of class thanks to the outstanding work of our many student organizations.

In the last two weeks, students and faculty alike have been privileged to hear from some amazing speakers.  Here are a few:

Congresswoman Michelle Bachmann;
University Counsel and Professor William Thro (now at Christopher Newport University, formerly Virginia Solicitor General who successfully defended Virginia's partial birth abortion law);
Pepperdine Law Professor Robert Cochran.

These speakers gave compelling talks on issues ranging from foster care and adoption to international law regarding hate speech. They also shared their experiences as men and women who live out their faith in their professional lives.

One of the many things for which I am thankful at the law school is the vibrant intellectual life on campus. And much of that thanks goes to our hardworking students who bring speakers like this to campus.

Governor Bob McDonnell

Tonight is an exciting night for Virginia--and an exciting night for Regent University School of Law. Congratulations to Bob McDonnell, Virginia Governor-elect and 1989 alumnus of Regent University School of Law!

Regent University is about training leaders who will serve others with excellence and integrity. Bob McDonnell is just such a leader. In his time in the House of Delegates and as Attorney General, Bob championed the values of family, life, and liberty. He stood firm on principle while reaching out to those who disagreed with him. In this campaign, he has shown by both words and action what it means to be a Christian leader. In the face of a barrage of often unfair criticism, Bob showed grace, perseverance, and humility. He displayed the character of Christ.

I am deeply proud of Bob and eager to see how he positively impacts the lives of Virginians and millions of other Americans as he assumes a leadership role on the national stage.