Regent University Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Jack Shaw

February 20, 2025

Jack E. Shaw Speaking in front of the Shaw Chapel at Regent University.

Jack E. Shaw, one of Regent University’s dearest friends, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Mr. Shaw and his extraordinary gifts of leadership, kind service, and philanthropy have amplified Regent University’s mission to prepare the next generation of Christ-centered world changers. His cheerful nature, resounding faith, and kind heart will be profoundly missed.

“Jack was a humble man and a trusted friend,” said Gordon Robertson, Chancellor of Regent University. “He saw the importance of my father’s vision of establishing a school for God’s glory. Jack’s faith, servant leadership, and generosity will continue to transform lives for generations.”

Mr. Shaw was a successful businessman in Greenville, South Carolina, where he was the chairman and CEO of Shaw Resources—a real estate and property-management corporation. He was also an investor and philanthropist with a passion for educational institutions and student scholarship.

Mr. Shaw was also the author of the popular and powerful book, “Little by Little: A Journey to Success and Significance for Life.” His heart for growing spiritual life in every sphere of influence is seen in his dedicated service on boards of several universities, international ministries and nonprofit organizations.

Most recently, Mr. Shaw was an excited member of the fundraising committee for Regent University’s new Athletic & Fitness Center—a transformative endeavor that will create world-class facilities for Regent’s NCAA Division III athletics.

Jack E. Shaw and His Wife Jane standing in front of the Shaw Chapel at Regent University.

In 2019, Regent University held a campus-wide ceremony to celebrate Jack E. Shaw and his wife Jane with the dedication of the newly named Shaw Chapel.

In 2016, the Shaws started an endowed scholarship at Regent to honor Jack’s parents, W.E. Erby and Mittie Shaw.

Together, Jack and Jane had three children and seven grandchildren.

Chancellor Robertson concluded, “Jack’s life was anchored by his unwavering faith in God and the love of his family; those were the cornerstones of his legacy.”

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