Regent University Celebrates Largest Graduating Class May 2021
This past Saturday, Regent University celebrated its 41st commencement ceremony. graduates were celebrated virtually, as they watched from their homes. Each graduate received a graduation package in the mail containing gifts to help them celebrate. The ceremony began with a powerful singing of the national anthem, by Regent alum, Joy Windham.
Pat Robertson, Founder and Chancellor of Regent University presided over the ceremony. the keynote speaker was former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
"Every one of you will need to strength of Christ. You will need the strength of Christ in you to achieve your goals and to live in a country where you can worship your God as you see fit," said Pompeo.
Regent offers over 150 degree programs and concentrations in its eight graduate schools and undergraduate program. it has one of the top ranked online bachelor and master’s degree programs in the country. This year, over 2,500 undergraduate and graduate degrees were conferred, the largest in Regent history. Graduate reflections were given by Jessica Grove-Herrera.
“We found that we could face our challenges head on. We found that we were strong because God goes before us and carries us," said Jessica.
Similar to last year, this year’s celebration wasn’t preferred. still each individual graduate was honored for their hard work. Hannah-Grace Rew received her Bachelor of psychology degree and says she’s excited for all God has planned for her.
“It’s kind of what it says in the book of Esther, perhaps you’ve been called for such a time as this. Not saying there is something about me but rather something special about all people that have been called," said Hannah-Grace.
The graduates were charged to fulfill Regent's mission of 'Christian Leadership to Change the World' and reminded that all things are possible with God.
“So whether it is abased or it is abounding, however your life takes you, I want to charge you today you can do all things through Christ that strengthens you," said Chancellor Robertson.
