LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis is heading to Virginia in April to speak at Liberty University's Convocation.
He will address the student body as the keynote speaker on Friday, April 14.
SEE ALSO: Juvenile charged with killing 5 horses also killed dog; man charged in connection: Sheriff
“We are pleased to announce that Liberty University will be hosting Gov. Ron DeSantis as a Convocation speaker next month,” said Liberty Interim President Jerry Prevo. “As a university that is committed to Training Champions for Christ with academic excellence, it is important for our students to hear from some of the nation’s top influential leaders who are committed to the Christian faith while serving in the public square. Gov. DeSantis comes in a long line of notable guests to Convocation. We look forward to hearing him encourage, educate, and inspire our students.”
Other politicians who have been guests at LU include Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, former Vice President Mike Pence, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and former Presidents Donald Trump and Jimmy Carter.