CDDRL Congratulates Newly Elected 2023 Phi Beta Kappa Members

Tara Hein and Sorcha Whitley (honors class of 2023) are among the newest members of this prestigious academic honors society.
Phi Beta Kappa graduates

The Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law would like to congratulate two outstanding students from its Fisher Family Honors Program Class of 2023 on their admission to Phi Beta Kappa. Phi Beta Kappa is a nationwide society honoring students for the excellence and breadth of their undergraduate scholarly accomplishments.

The following students have been elected into the society:

Tara Hein

 

Sorcha Whitley

Tara Hein
 
Sorcha Whitley

Major: Political Science 
Hometown: Monteverde, Costa Rica 
Thesis Title: Seeing Like a Citizen: Fragmented Citizenship in
Santiago de Chile

 

Major: International Relations 
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA 
Thesis Title: Changing the Agenda: Assessing the Evolution of the
Peacebuilding Commission

Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is a recognition that signifies not only academic achievement but also a commitment to the values of liberal arts education, including critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to make a positive impact on society. Please join us in congratulating Tara and Sorcha on this outstanding achievement!

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