Administration

Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Jason Q. Bohm, B.A., M.S., M.S.
Dean, Helms School of Government

Amanda Trent, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Associate Dean, Helms School of Government
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Jason Ross, B.S., M.P.P., Ph.D.
Associate Dean, Helms School of Government
Associate Professor of Government

Program Directors

A listing of program directors can be viewed on the Program Director webpage.

Research Intensive Courses

All research intensive courses are listed online on the Office of Sponsored Programs & Research webpage under Student Involvement.

Purpose

The purpose of the Helms School of Government is to prepare leaders to make significant impacts in local and national government, public policy and administration, and international relations through a rigorous, Christian-focused education.

Internships

Knowledge becomes wisdom when a student takes the theory of the classroom and applies it in the context of the real world. To that end, our students are encouraged to apply for an internship in their field of study. The Helms School of Government is actively placing our students in positions at the White House, offices of elected officials, military and government intelligence agencies, and conservative political organizations. Internships are also available at the state and local government level as well at federal and state criminal justice agencies.

Applicants must satisfy the 2.50+ GPA requirement and successfully complete the rigorous screening process prior to placement. The program is designed to keep the student on track for graduation and qualify for financial aid programs.

Partnerships

In addition, in order to provide motivated students with unique educational opportunities, the Helms School of Government also partners with the Central Virginia Criminal Justice Academy, the School of Engineering, and the School of Communication. These partnerships are in place to set students apart and better prepare them for employment.

Dress Code

The Helms School of Government requires its faculty and students to maintain a neat, well-groomed, and professional appearance. The standards in this code apply to all 300 and 400 level classes and exams, as well as school-wide functions held within the Helms School of Government. More information can be found online at Helms School of Government Dress Code.

The Center for Law & Government

The Center for Law and Government, a collaboration between the School of Law and Helms School of Government at Liberty University, is a state and national stage for the free exchange of ideas and the robust debate of issues of national and state importance.

Harnessing broad expertise, the Center promotes public policy that is consistent with fundamental principles of American freedom: self-government, free enterprise, and the rule of law.