Glenn Beck to Keynote Gala - George Wythe University's Singular Mission: "Building Statesmen" - National Shortage of Statesmen Addressed by Debut of Online Training
Salt Lake City, UT, May 24, 2009 --(PR.com)-- National radio and TV personality Glenn Beck will deliver the keynote address at George Wythe University’s (GWU) annual black-tie fundraiser Gala on the evening of May 30, 2009, in the rotunda of the Utah State Capitol. Emphasis will be placed on the 17-year-old private liberal arts university’s singular mission of building statesmen, particularly as it launches its new online program with live virtual classrooms for students located anywhere in the world.
“We are grateful to have Glenn Beck speaking at this year’s gala,” said Diann Jeppson, Chair of the GWU Board of Trustees. “Because our mission is to build statesmen, we felt that Glenn’s mission is aligned very closely with ours. He’s a strong advocate for citizens becoming educated in the principles of good government, which is precisely what we do. Some of the books he promotes on his shows are even part of our curriculum.”
Glenn Beck hosts a daily radio show with the 3rd largest national audience behind Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity. He also hosts a daily news program on the Fox television network and created The 9-12 Project, an online grass roots movement for the reawakening of conservative principles.
“If there was ever a time for more statesmen and fewer politicians, it’s now,” said Beck. In addition to the keynote address, Beck will also host a private reception before dinner at 5:30 pm.
The school is currently expanding its on-campus and off-campus programs beyond its Cedar City base to include locations across the United States. The additional launch of live virtual classes for online students will serve both traditional and non-traditional students in programs that will be detailed during the reception.
“What we provide is an education in the foundations of statesmanship.” said Andrew Groft, President of GWU, “Leaders everywhere need a firm grounding in the principles of liberty. You only get that through the same kind of education in the classics our founders received -- whether at the undergraduate or graduate level. The nation is at a crossroads and we feel the urgency to move quickly.”
GWU achieves its mission by closely emulating the same type of classical education and mentoring that Thomas Jefferson and many of the American Founders received from George Wythe, the nation’s first law professor.
Previous speakers at the gala have included Jim Ferrell, managing director of the Arbinger Institute. Approximately 500 are expected to attend this year. For more information visit gw.edu.
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Contact:
Andrew Groft
President - George Wythe University
435.586.6570
About George Wythe University: George Wythe University is a non-profit liberal arts university with its main campus in Cedar City, Utah including distance learning and extension programs available in many states. GWU was founded on principles and methods used by George Wythe to mentor Thomas Jefferson and other statesmen of his day. The university uses a unique principle-based educational model based on studying classical texts under the guidance of mentors. Degrees offered range from a Bachelors program in Statesmanship to a Doctoral program in Constitutional Law. With small class sizes, a rigorous study load, real-world simulations, field experience, and a mission-oriented emphasis on leadership education for the purpose of building statesmen, GWU is rapidly gaining notice as an innovative, refreshing and timely alternative to typical models of higher education. For information visit www.gw.edu
“To build men and women of virtue, wisdom, diplomacy and courage, who inspire greatness in others and move the cause of liberty.” – GWU Mission Statement
“We are grateful to have Glenn Beck speaking at this year’s gala,” said Diann Jeppson, Chair of the GWU Board of Trustees. “Because our mission is to build statesmen, we felt that Glenn’s mission is aligned very closely with ours. He’s a strong advocate for citizens becoming educated in the principles of good government, which is precisely what we do. Some of the books he promotes on his shows are even part of our curriculum.”
Glenn Beck hosts a daily radio show with the 3rd largest national audience behind Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity. He also hosts a daily news program on the Fox television network and created The 9-12 Project, an online grass roots movement for the reawakening of conservative principles.
“If there was ever a time for more statesmen and fewer politicians, it’s now,” said Beck. In addition to the keynote address, Beck will also host a private reception before dinner at 5:30 pm.
The school is currently expanding its on-campus and off-campus programs beyond its Cedar City base to include locations across the United States. The additional launch of live virtual classes for online students will serve both traditional and non-traditional students in programs that will be detailed during the reception.
“What we provide is an education in the foundations of statesmanship.” said Andrew Groft, President of GWU, “Leaders everywhere need a firm grounding in the principles of liberty. You only get that through the same kind of education in the classics our founders received -- whether at the undergraduate or graduate level. The nation is at a crossroads and we feel the urgency to move quickly.”
GWU achieves its mission by closely emulating the same type of classical education and mentoring that Thomas Jefferson and many of the American Founders received from George Wythe, the nation’s first law professor.
Previous speakers at the gala have included Jim Ferrell, managing director of the Arbinger Institute. Approximately 500 are expected to attend this year. For more information visit gw.edu.
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Contact:
Andrew Groft
President - George Wythe University
435.586.6570
About George Wythe University: George Wythe University is a non-profit liberal arts university with its main campus in Cedar City, Utah including distance learning and extension programs available in many states. GWU was founded on principles and methods used by George Wythe to mentor Thomas Jefferson and other statesmen of his day. The university uses a unique principle-based educational model based on studying classical texts under the guidance of mentors. Degrees offered range from a Bachelors program in Statesmanship to a Doctoral program in Constitutional Law. With small class sizes, a rigorous study load, real-world simulations, field experience, and a mission-oriented emphasis on leadership education for the purpose of building statesmen, GWU is rapidly gaining notice as an innovative, refreshing and timely alternative to typical models of higher education. For information visit www.gw.edu
“To build men and women of virtue, wisdom, diplomacy and courage, who inspire greatness in others and move the cause of liberty.” – GWU Mission Statement
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George Wythe University
Andrew Groft
435-586-6570
gw.edu
Andrew Groft
435-586-6570
gw.edu
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