Concordia University Law School - April 16, 2008
Statement from Concordia University, Portland
On Friday, April 11, the Board of Regents of Concordia University approved the University's intent to offer a degree-granting law program through the establishment of the Concordia University Law School in Boise, Idaho in the near future. The Board further authorized University President Charles Schlimpert to commence the search for a nationally recognized Dean of the law school, who will lead the planning, organization and operation of the new law school upon final approval from the Board.
Concordia University is a private, Lutheran, liberal arts university located in Portland, Oregon. Historically, the University has drawn students from Idaho as well as throughout the Northwest. This has led naturally to a significant relationship between Idaho and the University, including philanthropic support, student recruitment and mutual interest.
Given this rich history, the Board of Regents welcomes the opportunity to offer an important and needed degree program in Idaho. Boise is one of the few major metropolitan areas in the country without a law school. The Law School will support the needs and aspirations of college graduates and the business, legal and public policy communities of the entire state.
Through periodic statements and other means, the University will keep its constituencies informed as we progress.