DeSantis made an honorary graduate of Liberty University

LYNCHBURG, Va. (FLV) – At the conclusion of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ Friday morning speech at Liberty University, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Scott Hicks declared DeSantis an “honorary graduate” of the school.

He received an honorary Doctorate of Humanities.

Hicks said the honorary graduation is to recognize the governor for his service to God, family, country, Florida, and “defending our liberties and principles of freedom.”

“It is our honor and privilege to confer upon you, the degree, honorary degree, of the Doctorate of Humanities.”

At his speech, the governor continued his promotion of conservative governing principles he’s implemented in Florida.

He also touched on culture war issues like transgenders competing in women’s sports, along with transgender surgeries for minors.

DeSantis’ speaking event is one of many taking place in April.

Thursday, he gave two speeches in Ohio.

Friday evening, he is also set to speak in New Hampshire, where a record amount of funds are expected to be raised via the Amos Tuck fundraising dinner.

Speculation of a run continues to swirl as reports have emerged of the governor already planning a May trip to Iowa, after the Legislature is no longer in session.

DeSantis first stopped in Iowa in mid-March, appearing with fellow Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds.

Iowa is traditionally one of the “first stops” for GOP presidential candidates.