Wednesday, July 19 2017, 2pm 201 Conference Rm., LeConte Hall Ashton Ellett will defend his doctoral dissertation, "Recasting Conservatism: Georgia Republicans and the Transformation of Southern Politics since World War II" in the Conference Room, LeConte Hall. The Major Professor is Dr. James Cobb. All members of the university faculty are invited. If you wish to attend please contact the graduate program office to ensure adequate seating. Research Area: U.S. South U.S. 19th & 20th Century