Gary Gregg

We are proud to congratulate Carlin Smock, alumna of our Teacher Scholars Program (2016–2018), on being named the 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year! Carlin’s dedication to her students and community was also recognized on The Jennifer Hudson Show. youtube.com/watch?v=gZ57Zrnu…

This week in McConnell Center history: In October 2021, we released our special edition of Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations. McConnell Scholars dive into Aurelius’ timeless lessons on leadership and character in Dr. Gregg’s course on political leadership. centers.louisville.edu/mccon…

The McConnell Center has a mission of instilling leadership, scholarship and service in McConnell Scholars. We are proud of our students for giving back not only to their home communities through their service initiatives but also the greater Louisville area and beyond!

This week in McConnell Center history: In 2007, we welcomed former Senator Harry Reid (D-NV) as part of our Distinguished Speakers Series. Senator Reid inspired McConnell Scholars with a thought-provoking lecture and an open Q&A. #TBT #Mc35th

This week in McConnell Center history, the McConnell Scholars were given the opportunity to travel to Williamsburg, VA and then to Washington, D.C. over UofL's fall break. Their venture northeast included stops at Jamestowne, Mount Vernon, the Supreme Court, and Capitol Hill.

In this week's edition of the "America's Autobiography" series, Dr. Jeffrey Tyler Syck delves into President Franklin D. Roosevelt's State of the Union Address (1944). Watch the episode on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast platform. ow.ly/KLo450ZEOfT

This week in McConnell Center history, we look back at 2003 when, former U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole joined our Distinguished Speakers Series. McConnell Scholars have long had the unique opportunity to learn directly from some of the nation's most prominent leaders.

In this week's "America's Autobiography" series, Dr. Jonathan Den Hartog revisits President George W. Bush's Address to a Joint Session of Congress (2001). Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast platform: ow.ly/N86R50ZBTYR

Join the McConnell Center on Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 6 p.m. ET for a public lecture with philosopher, educator and AI ethicist Dr. Christopher DiCarlo, author of "Building a God: The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and the Race to Control It." events.louisville.edu/events…

In this week's edition of the "America's Autobiography" series, Dr. Jonathan Den Hartog discusses the enduring significance of Thomas Jefferson's first inaugural address. Watch the episode on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast platform. youtube.com/watch?v=JKwj6B-D…

Staff and current McConnell Scholars gathered at Natural Bridge State Resort Park on Aug. 3-6 to reconnect, refresh and prepare for the upcoming school year! #Mc35th

This week in McConnell Center history, the Center looks back to the 2009 Retreat at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park. These photos capture another memory of retreats, allowing students from Kentucky to explore our beautiful commonwealth. 🪴 #Mc35th #TBT

This week on our “America’s Autobiography” series, Dr. Susan Laehn examines the influential Supreme Court case McCullough v. Maryland. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts: ow.ly/KauA50ZyFEz

This week in McConnell Center history, we look back to the first full Retreat in 2002 at Kenlake State Resort Park. Each August, McConnell Scholars travel to a Kentucky state park to prepare for the year ahead, build community and explore a new corner of the Commonwealth. 🌱☀️

Why does JFK’s Inaugural Address still inspire us today? 🇺🇸 Join Dr. Barbara Perry of the UVA Miller Center on "America’s Autobiography" as she explores its legacy. Listen now on YouTube or your favorite podcast app! #Leadership #History youtube.com/watch?v=_tsKNAA8…

This past week, the McConnell Center's Teacher Scholars participated in a weeklong conference centered on the figures featured on Mt. Rushmore. Dr. Gary Gregg also delivered public talks on his latest book, "George Washington: Citizen, Soldier, Statesman." 🇺🇸 #Mc35th #America250

ICYMI: McConnell Center Director Gary Gregg recently premiered his new book, "George Washington: Citizen, Soldier, Statesman" at the Sons of the American Revolution National Headquarters. Watch the talk here: vimeo.com/1196746918?fl=tl&f…