Former Vice President Mike Pence joined George Mason University’s staff on Tuesday, the university announced.
The prominent Republican will join the Northern Virginia college’s staff as a “distinguished professor of practice” at the university’s Schar School of Policy and Government.
“It’s a privilege to join the Schar School as Professor of Practice,” Pence said in a statement.
“Throughout my years of public service, I have seen firsthand the importance of principled leadership and fidelity to the Constitution in shaping the future of our nation. I look forward to sharing these lessons with the next generation of American leaders and learning from the remarkable students and faculty of George Mason University,” he added.
The former vice president was President Donald Trump’s second in command during his first term, and is known for certifying former President Joe Biden’s election win despite the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. He had an unsuccessful 2024 presidential run and is vocally opposed to Trump.
Pence says college plays a “vital role” in preparing people for career success and “lives of service and integrity.”
“Now more than ever, we should be investing our time and resources into civil discourse on campus, and I’m honored to contribute to that mission. I look forward to helping students apply enduring American principles to the pressing policy and leadership challenges of our time, ensuring that the values which have guided our nation for generations continue to strengthen the character and promise of our Republic,” he concluded.
GMU celebrated Pence’s addition.
“The Schar School is proud to welcome Vice President Pence to our faculty,” said Mark J. Rozell, dean of the Schar School. “His disciplined approach to communication and his deeply rooted conservative philosophy provide a principled framework to discussions of federalism, the separation of powers, and the role of values in public life.”
The college says Pence will start in spring 2026, contributing to undergrad courses and teaching seminars.
Students will have the opportunity to interact with Pence “through lectures, moderated discussions, and mentorship programs,” the school said.