Religious Freedom on a Global Stage: Bridging Law & Faith | John Witte Jr. ’82

John Witte Jr. ’82, 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award winner from Calvin University, is a global leader in the field of law and religion. From humble beginnings on Calvin’s campus to earning his law degree at Harvard and shaping a new academic discipline at Emory University, John’s journey is a testament to the power of faith, education, and vocation. Discover how his experiences and Reformed Christian worldview have inspired a lifelong mission to advance human rights, religious freedom, and interfaith understanding around the world.

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