Senior McConnell Scholars successfully defend undergraduate theses

Three McConnell Scholars at the University of Louisville completed their senior thesis projects.

Blake Christopher, of Estill County, presented "Collective Security: From the Paralyzing Effects of the Cold War to the New Challenges of the Twenty-First Century."

Eric Kiser, of McCracken County, presented "Robert E. Lee: Savior of Washington College."

Ben Shepard, of Oldham County, presented "Prigg v. Pennsylvania and the Law of Slavery."

The three seniors will graduate in May, and all plan to attend law school in the fall.