Alexander Thomas

Hometown: Westerville, OH

Undergraduate Degree: Xavier University, B.A. in History

Hobbies: Sports, especially golf, football and baseball

What area of health law most interests you and why? I’m relatively new to the study of health law, so I find something interesting every day.

What do you hope to achieve through the study and/or practice of health law? I hope to gain a better understanding of health care financing, both public and private.

What has been your favorite health law class and why? My favorite law school class so far has been Criminal Law because my professor related the topics to contemporary issues and allowed us to role play as attorneys arguing a case in class.

What is your favorite thing about SLU’s health law program? My favorite thing about the health law program at SLU is the wide variety of classes offered.

Who was the best speaker you’ve heard speak, what did they speak on, and why were they the best? The best speaker I’ve ever heard was Pat Croce, former owner of the Philadelphia 76ers. He spoke on being self-motivated and building yourself up, and he was the best because he was very engaging, he really enjoyed telling us about his experience, and he was an all-around joy to listen to.