Regent
University, the institution founded by Pat Robertson, has more than 10,000
students studying there for the first time.
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AP reports that
Regent, which started in 1978, has hit the milestone. It also has over 110
online degree courses available.
Pentecostal
preacher Robertson is a controversial figure who has been a mainstay on
Christian TV for many years. He ran for President in 1988 against the Republican
favourite George Bush. He was key to the founding of the religious right network
the Christian Coalition, as well as the Christian Broadcasting Network. Now in
his 80s, he can still be seen on TV and his critics
accuse him of for promoting conspiracy theories.
Gerson
Moreno-Riaño, executive vice president for academic affairs at Regent
University, said he expects the school to grow into a 'very large university
over the coming years'.
'We
are thrilled to reach this incredible milestone of 10,000 students enrolled at
Regent University today,' said Regent's Chancellor Pat Robertson. 'By investing
in new programs and services, with a major focus on new technology, Regent is
now much better positioned for sustainable growth while at the same time
continuing to offer our students a quality education that is also
affordable.'
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