Appalachian School of Law, Private law school in Grundy, Virginia
Appalachian School of Law is a private law school located in Grundy, Virginia, housed in buildings that were once a high school and junior high school. The campus features classroom spaces, a practice courtroom with full judicial setup, a library holding nearly 250,000 volumes, and various study areas for students.
Founded in 1994 with classes beginning in 1997, the school was created to help the region grow economically after Grundy had experienced years of job losses and population decline. This institution brought new students and economic activity to the struggling community.
The school's name reflects a Latin motto meaning 'From the rock of truth, justice arises', which shapes how students and faculty approach their work daily. This principle creates a visible culture where honesty and ethical responsibility matter more than competition among peers.
The school is accessible by flying into Tri-Cities Airport, from which a rental car makes reaching the campus straightforward. Many students choose to live in or near Grundy, making it easy to walk or bike to classes.
The buildings housing the school were repurposed from a former high school and junior high school, giving classrooms a different kind of history. This transformation of abandoned school buildings into a functioning law school shows how local resources were redirected to serve the community.
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