Regent Alumni Proclaiming Truth and Defending Freedom
Chief
Counsel of Alliance Defending Freedom
INSIDE: HOW YOU’RE EQUIPPING LEADERS AMERICA DESPERATELY NEEDS
We’re building up our treasures in heaven by investing in the things that are built on the foundation of Jesus Christ. And certainly, Regent is among those foundations.
Delceno Miles (SCA ’14)
Because of you, a Regent student is preparing to defend religious liberty in a courtroom. An alumnus is shaping public policy with moral clarity. Other graduates are sharing the Gospel with boldness through their work in media, business, education, ministry, and many other key areas of influence.
These are real people answering a call to serve Christ and others — made possible by partners like you.
Some 250 years ago, America’s Founders dared to declare our rights come from God, not government — a conviction that lit a torch meant to be carried forward for generations.
In 1977, Dr. M.G. “Pat” Robertson answered God’s call to “build a school for My glory”. His vision: to equip the very leaders you’re investing in today — servant-leaders prepared to stand for faith and freedom when it matters most.
Today, America desperately needs defenders cut from the same cloth as those patriots in 1776. Regent has taken up that torch. We’re preparing servant-leaders who won’t compromise on the principles that shaped our great nation. The stakes are high. Yet hope endures — because of partners like you.
Your generosity fuels more than scholarships and classrooms. It’s training the next generation of religious liberty attorneys, educators who won't compromise truth, and ministers bringing hope to hurting communities. Your support ensures faith and freedom live on not as history, but as a promise.
Together, we carry the torch. And by His amazing grace, we will pass it on.
Your support attracts scholars like Dr. Mark David Hall — leaders defending truth and training the next generation.
As America marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, a Regent scholar is defending our nation’s Christian heritage — and training students to do the same.
Dr. Mark David Hall is one of America’s leading scholars on religious liberty and author of Did America Have a Christian Founding? Recently featured in the White House video series
“The Story of America: The Faith of Our Founders,” he explores how Christianity shaped our Republic — and why that truth matters today.
His message is clear: America was founded on the bold claim that our rights come from God, not government. “Chief among these rights is religious liberty, which many Founders referred to as ‘the sacred right of conscience.’”
or other sacred space are protected.” Instead, “the First Amendment guarantees all citizens the right to the free exercise of religion.” His students are learning to defend that fuller vision.
“I can think of no better place to invest in an academic institution than Regent University.”
Dr. Mark David Hall
For decades, he has actively worked to correct what he calls a “profound distortion” of the Founders’ views while equipping students to defend truth boldly in the public square.
Dr. Hall warns against reducing faith to something merely private: “Some political leaders speak of ‘freedom of worship,’ but this suggests that only activities in a church
“I’ve personally been called into the battle for religious liberty,” he says. His academic work has strengthened legal arguments for prominent First Amendment organizations. Dr. Hall believes Regent is uniquely positioned to prepare the next generation to carry the torch of faith and freedom forward.
That’s only possible because of you.
Every class he teaches, every student he mentors, every legal argument he strengthens — happens because faithful partners invested in Regent.
Your support attracts scholars like Dr. Hall — faculty who actively stand for truth, while equipping students to do the same. You’re preparing graduates who will advocate across every sphere of influence.
“If we want the best and brightest Christian students to come here, that support is critical,” he explains. “I can think of no better place to invest in an academic institution than Regent University.”
Meet five Torchbearers your partnership equipped — proclaiming truth and defending freedom across America.
From Supreme Court victories to White House influence, from educating millions to shaping national policy — five Regent graduates are carrying the torch of faith and freedom forward.
Kristen is fulfilling the promise of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” as CEO, president, and chief counsel of Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF). She has argued before the Supreme Court in protecting Americans’ free exercise of their faith, winning three of the most high-profile and significant religious-liberty and free-speech cases in U.S. history.
“It is a profound joy to lead Alliance Defending Freedom, the world’s largest legal organization advancing every person’s God-given right to live and speak the truth,” Kristen says.
“With over 450 team members in 11 offices, we work to keep the door open for the Gospel so that all might be free.”
“Your generosity — no matter how large or small — is an act of partnership in the Gospel. … Regent impacts generations.”
Kristen Waggoner
This is the impact your partnership creates — Christcentered leaders defending freedom at the highest levels.
Right now, ADF lawyers are “contending for truth” on six continents — including four cases pending before the U.S. Supreme Court and others before the high courts of Nigeria, Finland, Turkey, and Algeria.
“We defend every person’s God-given right to live, to speak freely, to practice their faith, and to raise their children without fear of government punishment.” But Kristen also issues this warning:
“The First Amendment is America’s bulwark against every regime that ever tried to own the human soul. Undermine it, and we do not just violate the Constitution — we deny humanity its most sacred rights and jeopardize Western civilization.”
Kristen’s journey began with a calling — and with generosity. “When I was about 13 years old, I first heard God’s call to become a lawyer to defend religious freedom and to help shape the next generation of Christian leaders.”
She adds, “The financial scholarship from Regent made that possible. I am grateful for those who sacrificed and invested not just in me but in the future of Kingdom work.”
To those who give, her gratitude is deeply personal: “Your generosity — no matter how large or small — is an act of partnership in the Gospel. … Regent impacts generations.”
Kristen reminds every friend of the university, “In giving to Regent, you are ‘casting your bread upon the water’ (Ecclesiastes 11:1), trusting God to glorify Himself through what you have given to shape Christian leaders to change the world.”
“Hearing from people who’ve experienced miraculous healings, deliverance from addiction, and chosen to follow Christ is the honor of a lifetime.”
Andrew Knox
Andrew serves as Vice President of The 700 Club, bringing the hope of Christ to an estimated 360 million people annually across 138 countries. The program has been the Christian Broadcasting Network’s (CBN) flagship since 1966.
Two master’s degrees from Regent — in Communications and Practical Theology — uniquely prepared Andrew for this global platform. “I seek to shepherd our team of producers, editors, and videographers as they weave their love for Christ with broadcast and storytelling expertise,” he explains.
Your investment in one student multiplies to reach the world with the Gospel.
Through CBN’s 15 media-production centers around the world, The 700 Club is broadcast in 39 languages. Week after week, the program introduces viewers to Jesus — from Central America to Asia, North America to Africa.
“Hearing from people who’ve experienced miraculous healings, deliverance from addiction, and chosen to follow Christ, is the honor of a lifetime.”
CBN is committed to fulfilling the Great Commission (Matthew 28:16-20) in this generation. “Our team is passionate about sharing what God is doing in the world,” Andrew says. As host of two live television programs, he’s humbled by the opportunities the Lord has placed before him.
For six years, Virginia served as senior news producer and podcast host at The Daily Signal, covering stories the mainstream media often ignored — from the border crisis to religious liberty battles. Her reporting brought truth to nearly one million subscribers and gave voice to those fighting for their rights.
“The establishment of a scholarship fund can be the difference between a young person receiving a Christ-centered education or not.”
Virginia Allen
“Professors at Regent mentored me in the art of storytelling, while at CBN, Pat Robertson effortlessly provided me a master class in broadcasting.” He adds that Regent University’s late founder “was a visionary who sought the counsel of God, and his obedience changed the world.”
Andrew understands what's at stake. “A key Scripture for me, as I host The 700 Club is: ‘Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt’ (Col 4:6),” he shares. “We know the world is hungry for hope and truth.”
Your partnership equips Regent graduates uniquely qualified to be salt and light. Andrew’s two degrees positioned him to reach millions with Christ’s message — an investment in one student multiplying across continents.
Virginia’s parents met at Regent in the 1980s. But she never expected to attend — until God intervened.
“I felt a clear call that I could not ignore,” she recalls. Scholarship support made it possible for her to study government at Regent, where “the intentionality of the spiritual life on campus” confirmed she was exactly where God wanted her.
That Christ-centered education shaped every story she told. One stands out: Coach Joe Kennedy, who lost his coaching job for praying on the field after games.
Virginia traveled to Bremerton, Washington to interview Coach Kennedy for a short-form documentary before his case reached the Supreme Court. When the Court ruled in his favor in 2022, she returned to witness his first game back — the moment he could finally pray again without fear.
“I credit my degree in Government with giving me a foundational understanding of how D.C. should work and how it actually works,” she shares — insight that guided her reporting on everything from religious freedom to national policy.
Much of her time focused on the U.S. southern border crisis. She made seven trips to the border, interviewing Border Patrol Chief Walter Slosar in El Paso about how Washington policy changes were affecting enforcement.
Story after story, Virginia reported truth with integrity — covering American families devastated by fentanyl, persecuted Christians abroad, and constitutional battles.
She’s grateful to donors: “I did receive some scholarship money. It was a huge blessing.” She understands what’s at stake: “You may never know your influence firsthand... The establishment of a scholarship fund can be the difference between a young person receiving a Christ-centered education or not.”
At FRC, Travis crafts legal analysis, develops policy positions, engaging government leaders on critical moral and constitutional issues. “Public policy deals with passing of legislation and policy,” he explains. “My Regent education is so integral to what I’m doing now.”
“It was a tremendous blessing. You helped me at that point in my life and enabled me to pursue a degree at Regent.”
In March 2026, Virginia took her commitment to truth into federal government service — another arena where torchbearers are desperately needed. One Regent education, multiple spheres of impact. That’s what your partnership creates.
Travis Weber
Travis stands on the front lines defending America’s founding principles because generous partners invested in students like him. As Family Research Council’s (FRC) Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, his work reaches into courtrooms, legislative chambers, and global human-rights conversations.
Travis’ calling to law — and ultimately to policy work — began after graduating from the United States Naval Academy and serving America as a naval aviator. When he left active duty, he found himself searching for direction.
Ultimately, God led him to Regent Law. There, he found not just legal training but a biblically grounded education that would transform his entire approach to policy and law.
That grounding now equips Travis to face the cultural and legal challenges confronting faith and freedom in America. “We have to remember where we come from,” he insists, “and defend the biblical foundations of law in our country for the road ahead.”
Thanks to the faithful giving of partners who believe in Regent’s mission, Travis stands as a true torchbearer —
advancing America’s founding ideals and helping secure them for generations to come.
Because policy battles increasingly determine the nation’s future, Travis emphasizes, “More than ever, we have to be prepared to defend biblical truth. And more than ever, the times in which we live need Regent Law.”
Grateful for the donors who helped make his journey possible, he adds: “It was a tremendous blessing. You helped me at that point in my life and enabled me to pursue a degree at Regent.”
education task force meeting hosted by First Lady Melania Trump.
Keri’s mission is laser-focused: “Every day I work to advance education freedom in our country, which is empowering moms and dads as the decision-makers of their child’s education.”
“Your generous investment in Regent sets the trajectory of students’ lives.”
The legal foundation laid at Regent Law strengthened Travis’ efforts today. But it’s the generosity of friends like you that equipped him to boldly advance faith and freedom.
Dr. Keri D. Ingraham
As director of the Discovery Institute’s American Center for Transforming Education and a senior fellow at the Institute, Keri D. Ingraham is reshaping education for millions of American families. She’s one of the nation’s most trusted voices for parental rights — and she’s winning.
Because of partners like you, a Regent graduate now has the ear of the White House—influencing education policy for an entire generation.
Over the past year alone, Keri has made nine trips to the White House — extraordinary recognition of her growing influence and impact. Her first invitation was to witness President Donald Trump sign an executive order on education.
Her ongoing work has created opportunities to participate in White House roundtables, meet with Cabinet members and governors, and attend an AI
For her, true freedom means parents choosing what’s best for their child — whether homeschooling, private school, hybrid, online, or a new innovative education model.
The urgency is real. “Public education is failing in its core mission to educate children,” she warns. “Only three out of 10 public school children are learning to read or do math on grade level.”
Worse still, students are indoctrinated with “radical ideologies” that replace academics with activism, often “working in secret from moms and dads.” But Keri is helping states reform systemic failures in several states by empowering concerned parents and dedicated teachers who want better for their children and students.
“We’re making incredible historic strides,” she insists. “Just five years ago, no states had universal school choice or anything close to it. Today, 17 states have enacted universal school choice, and this year alone, 27 states have opted into the new Education Freedom Tax Credit.”
Her path to this national leadership role began at Regent University: “The education I received prepared me exceedingly well to live out a biblical worldview and be equipped for the opportunities God has entrusted to me.”
Keri is grateful to generous donors who made it possible for her to receive scholarships. “It was an absolute game
changer,” she says. “Your generous investment in Regent sets the trajectory of students’ lives.”
These five leaders are carrying the torch of faith and freedom forward — because partners like you made their education possible.
Thank you for equipping these torchbearers and for continuing to prepare the next generation of Christian servant-leaders to change the world. Every gift you share today lights the way for leaders rising tomorrow.
In this issue, you’ve met Regent graduates defending faith and freedom — carrying the torch forward with boldness. They were trained here with support from donors like you.
As America marks 250 years, a new generation of students is preparing to carry that same torch. Will you invest in them, too?
Your gift of $100 or more equips future leaders who won’t compromise truth.
As our thanks, receive a signed copy of Dr. Mark David Hall’s acclaimed book Did America Have a Christian Founding? and a commemorative pocket guide featuring America’s founding documents, plus Regent’s exclusive 250th anniversary sticker.
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Your support is making Randy Singer’s vision a reality — training advocates who defend truth and freedom.
In a courtroom, one voice can change everything.
For 40 years, that belief has defined attorney, pastor, author, and Regent Senior Lecturing Fellow Randy Singer. His commitment to Christ and passion for students anchor the newly launched Singer Center for Advocacy at Regent’s School of Law.
“An advocate is a warrior,” Singer says. “We want advocates chasing a life of impact.”
The Center grew from Randy’s long-held dream to equip Christian lawyers who treat advocacy as sacred work — a dream that recently became urgent.
Your support enables students to attend Regent Law and access the Singer Center’s trial preparation, mentorship, and real-world training — shaping them into advocates who serve with excellence and humility.
“Lawyers have this opportunity to come into someone’s life at their lowest point,” Singer says. “A pivotal point in their life… and do something substantial to help them emotionally and spiritually. That integration isn’t taught anywhere except schools like Regent.”
“We want students to advocate in a principled way based on biblical values and the values on which our nation was founded.”
Randy Singer
Randy is battling stage 4 esophageal cancer. By God’s grace, the cancer is “shrinking back” — but he isn’t. The diagnosis fueled his drive to invest in the next generation now.
“The whole thing just feels so surreal because I had this vision before I was diagnosed,” he explains. “Everything happened so fast. I wasn’t trying to put my name on it but friends and the dean got behind it and made it happen.”
Others have joined him, including Pamela Hutchens, a former judge and prosecutor, who will serve as Associate Director.
As our nation marks its 250th anniversary, this work matters more than ever. Your partnership is preparing advocates to defend America’s founding principles with both conviction and compassion.
“Our freedoms require constant vigilance,” Singer says. “We want students to advocate in a principled way based on biblical values and the values on which our nation was founded.”
The Center’s work is just beginning. Your gift equips advocates who will carry the torch of faith and freedom into courtrooms — giving voice to the voiceless across the nation.
“When you give to Regent University and the Singer Center for Advocacy,” Singer says, “you’re giving to students who are preparing to go out and be part of the battle.”
Join us in praying for America and all who defend faith and freedom.
Heavenly Father, you are the God of history and hope, the Author of liberty, and the Giver of every good gift.
We lift our hearts to You on this 250th anniversary of the United States of America. With gratitude, we remember the courage of those who first declared that all people are endowed by their Creator with unalienable rights.
Breathe fresh purpose into our great nation. Renew in us a love for truth, a passion for justice, and a steadfast commitment to freedom for all. Heal our divisions. Strengthen our families. Raise up leaders of integrity, courage, and compassion who will seek righteousness and serve with Your love.
Raise up servant-leaders who will seek Your kingdom first and labor for the good of all people. May they proclaim the truth of the gospel with confidence, courage, and conviction.
“If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”
2 Chronicles 7:14
We thank You for those who faithfully invest in future generations of Christian leaders who will change the world. Bless the men and women whose generosity equips students and alumni to serve with excellence in government, business, media, ministry, law, education, and every sphere of influence. Multiply their impact and let their partnership carry forward the torch of faith and freedom — across America and around the globe — with Christ-centered love and conviction.
Lord Jesus, You called Your followers “a city on a hill” (Matthew 5:14). Make America, once again, a radiant witness of Your grace — where hope is shared, opportunity is extended, and faith is lived boldly. Guard us from evil, help us walk in Your ways, and anchor us in repentance and gratitude.
Creator God, we know our future depends not on our strength alone but on Your favor. May we always remain one nation under God. Pour out Your blessings on this land and revive Your people. Let America’s next chapters be written with faith, humility, and hope.
All glory and honor belong to You — now and forever. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
America’s history is founded on more than the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Nearly 170 years earlier, in 1607, the first English settlers landed on the shore of Cape Henry, Virginia — less than 20 miles from the Regent campus. Among their cargo was a large wooden cross.
Those sailors didn’t carry it across the Atlantic at the last minute. They brought the cross onboard with intent — on a very small ship — to dedicate this “new world” to the glory of God.
When the crew saw land, the ship’s chaplain called for a fast and time of repentance. He wanted the men to prepare their hearts for what was ahead. When he was satisfied with their spiritual state, they took communion and went ashore.
The first thing they did was plant that cross, bow before it, and say, “We dedicate this land to Jesus Christ.” They didn’t dedicate it to the King of England. They dedicated it to the King of Kings in their generation — and ours.
Isn’t it wonderful that we can do that again today? We can kneel before our heavenly Father and say, “Lord, we’ve turned away from you. Sometimes, in our vanity, we think all the blessings we have in America are somehow related to our own efforts. But we know all the good things we enjoy in this great nation are because of You.”
Has America been perfect for these 400 years? Absolutely not, but we have a wonderful legacy that allows us to rededicate these United States to God. All we need to do is ask Him, “Almighty God, can you please heal our land, and can you make it happen in our generation?”
In these turbulent times, when many Americans seem so far apart politically, socially, and morally, let’s come together in prayer. I encourage you to reach out to your neighbors, friends and family members to ask them, “Can we be one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all?”
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