John Witte Jr. named Distinguished Alumnus, capping recent accolades |

John Witte Jr., Robert W. Woodruff Professor of Law, McDonald Distinguished Professor of Religion, and Faculty Director of the Center for the Study of Law  and Religion, has recently received the Distinguished Alumnus Award from his alma mater Calvin University. The most recent issue of their alumni magazine describes Witte as “an acclaimed professor and award-winning legal historian, who is advancing global conversations on law, religion, and family and exploring how legal frameworks uphold the common good.” To their reporters, Witte explained: “Religion and law are among the universal solvents of human living. They’re fundamental to our existence as persons and peoples. The need to study them responsibly is critical.” 

This honor is among several Witte has received over the past year.

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