Meet the Scholars
These forty-eight students make up our Lewis House Scholars. Learn a bit about them below!
Year in School
Junior
Major
Accounting
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Something in Ministry
What is one of your favorite books?
Mere Christianity
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I want to learn more about the Christian life with like minded people
What church or denomination are you?
Methodist
Junior
Major
Materials Engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I want to do research in materials science!
What is one of your favorite books?
The little Prince by Antoine de Saint Exupery
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to learn more about theology and how to read and understand old books
What church or denomination are you?
Southland Christian Church
Sophomore
Major
Major: Political science, Minor: Business
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I don’t know yet! Maybe something in ministry, or real estate.
What is one of your favorite books?
Harry Potter Series
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I think that the Lewis House Scholars program embodies, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another”, perfectly. I wanted to join a community of people who challenge each other intellectually, delve deeper into theological discussions, and form connections rooted in the shared belief in Christ.
What church or denomination are you?
I attend First Alliance Church
Year in School
Senior
Major
Civil Engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
A Civil Engineer and a Man of God
What is one of your favorite books?
The False Prince
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I love reading books and discussing theology with others.
What church or denomination are you?
Center Point Church/Southern Baptist
Year in School
Sophomore
Major
Nursing and Spanish
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I want to work in labor and delivery as a bilingual nurse, with a specific emphasis on helping Hispanic women.
What is one of your favorite books?
Lonesome Dove
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I was classically educated and loved reading challenging books and discussing the theological and philosophical side of things with my peers. I wanted to be a Lewis House Scholar so that in a large university like UK I could meet people who also had a passion for reading about theology and having deep and meaningful conversations. I also want to learn more about my faith and about different theological backgrounds in the Christian faith so that I can be better equipped to explain the why behind what I believe.
What church or denomination are you?
Emmanuel Christian Fellowship
Year in School
Junior
Major
Choral Music Education
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Choir Teacher
What is one of your favorite books?
The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I heard glowing things about it from many of my friends. Having grown up outside of the church, I feel that being a Lewis Scholar will allow me to understand the more foundational and historical beliefs of Christianity.
What church or denomination are you?
Non-Denominational
Year in School
Junior
Major
Neuroscience and Biology
What do you want to do when you grow up?
My goal is to be a doctor, hopefully a neurologist. I hope to be accepted into UK’s MD/PhD program and graduate with two doctorates.
What is one of your favorite books?
The Screwtape Letters or the Hunger Games
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
My two favorite things coming together, Jesus and academics!
What church or denomination are you?
Center Point Church
Year in School
Sophomore
Major
Communication Sciences and Disorders
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Speech Therapist
What is one of your favorite books?
My Friends
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I love thinking + speaking theology! Lewis House is such a great opportunity to converse with scholarly Christians about the mind, the body, and the soul. Leaders are great, speakers are great, students are great, I forever love Lewis House.
What church or denomination are you?
First Alliance, non-denominational
Year in School
Senior
Major
Dietetics
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Registered Dietitian
What is one of your favorite books?
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to go deeper in my faith and dive into theology with a rich community.
What church or denomination are you?
Christian Student Fellowship, First Alliance Church
Junior
Major
Integrated Strategic Communications and International Studies Double Major
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I’m hoping to pursue a career in political communications and international affairs
What is one of your favorite books?
The Magicians Nephew from Narnia
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I love having conversations about my own and others experiences with our personal God. Learning more about who God is to myself and to others is something I cherish most in life. I knew that both the reading of these books and discussion with those around me in faith would be glorifying to Him!
What church or denomination are you?
I attend First Alliance Church in Lexington but at home attend Heavenly Outpour Church which is apart of the Apostolic Pentecostal denomination
Year in School
Sophomore
Major
Biochemistry (major) and Spanish (minor)
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Physician
What is one of your favorite books?
The Boy Who Delivered Joy
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I was ready to grow my depth of knowledge of our Creator and of the kingdom. I love to learn and knew that the Lewis House Scholar Program was a great way to learn from great theologians and mentors.
What church or denomination are you?
Southland Christian Church
Year in School
Sophomore
Major
International Relations
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Lawyer
What is one of your favorite books?
Fahrenheit 451
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I want to go more deep into theology and see different views on different questions that can be brought up.
What church or denomination are you?
Baptist
Junior
Major
Biology
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I am still figuring that out and open to God’s leading. For now, my plan is to go to Med School.
What is one of your favorite books?
My favorites are Mere Christianity and The Screwtape Letters.
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to read more Christian literature, discuss deeper theological issues, and learn from faith experts to think more critically.
What church or denomination are you?
I am currently attending First Alliance Church.
Junior
Major
Psychology and Communications
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Christian Counselor
What is one of your favorite books?
All Your Perfects
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to dive deeper into theology to strengthen my faith and relationship with the Lord.
What church or denomination are you?
First Alliance Church
Junior
Major
Civil Engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Environmental engineer working in industry
What is one of your favorite books?
Saints of the American Wilderness by John O’Brien
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
Tom Beresynak
What church or denomination are you?
Catholic
Year in School
Junior
Major
Elementary Education
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Elementary Teacher
What is one of your favorite books?
Insanity of God
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
To grow in my faith and build Christian Community
What church or denomination are you?
Southern Baptist
Freshman
Major
English
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I hope to be a wife, a mom, and an English teacher.
What is one of your favorite books?
Anna Karenina – Leo Tolstoy
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to become a scholar because it is an amazing opportunity to have good conversations with like-minded students over great books. I hope to take all that I learn here and use it to love people well and help expand the Kingdom of Heaven.
What church or denomination are you?
Southland
Sophomore
Major
Public Health
What do you want to do when you grow up?
To be determined… most likely something in public health or healthcare
What is one of your favorite books?
The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis / The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I enjoy thinking about Christianity from academic and philosophical perspectives and the Scholars Program is a great opportunity to do that in community with fellow Christians. I also love that scholars come from different denominations, churches, and ministries and I love learning from people with different perspectives.
What church or denomination are you?
First Alliance Church
Freshman
Major
AAS in Human Services
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I would love to use my degree in Human Services to go into ministry— I’m just not quite sure how yet. And, even though I can’t plan it, to be a godly wife and mother.
What is one of your favorite books?
The Giver by Lois Lowery
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
My entire life I have loved reading, writing, and discussing literature, theology, and the significance behind the great works I read. I also love pouring into others and being poured back into myself while trying to understand and love more deeply the Lord and all that He created. Entering this new season in my life I have found myself in a place where I am now looking for new ways to connect with others with this passion as well.
What church or denomination are you?
Presbyterian (PCA)
Year in School
Senior
Major
Majoring in Kinesiology with a Certificate in Nutrition for Human Performance
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Sport performance coach
What is one of your favorite books?
The Great Divorce and Surprised by Hope
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I really wanted to grow theologically in my faith and this seemed like the perfect space to do so. I had friends that were scholars and said I would love it so they convinced me to apply. As a second year scholar, I am so happy I chose to do this program. I have grown so much in my ability to think thoroughly through deep faith questions and love getting to hear from those wiser than me.
What church or denomination are you?
Catholic
Year in School
Junior
Major
Computer Science and Economics
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Software/Cybersecurity Engineer
What is one of your favorite books?
The Book Thief
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I want to challenge and expand my understanding of Christian literature and Apologetics
What church or denomination are you?
Porter Memorial Baptist Church
Freshman
Major
Applied Sciences
What do you want to do when you grow up?
A Physical Therapist Assistant
What is one of your favorite books?
The Brothers Karamasov
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to join a community of Christians while in a secular college and study theology with similar minded people.
What church or denomination are you?
Trinity Christian Fellowship
Sophomore
Major
Psychology
What do you want to do when you grow up?
A counselor or theology teacher
What is one of your favorite books?
The Fourth Cup by Scott Hahn
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
The scholars program will provide me with community and intentional conversation that will help me grow in both my relationship with the Lord and my knowledge of Him.
What church or denomination are you?
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Year in School
Junior
Major
Biology and Psychology
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Pediatrician
What is one of your favorite books?
Gospel Centered Community
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I love to read and to hear other people’s perspective. I also thought it would be an amazing opportunity to get to know some other Jesus loving college students at UK!
What church or denomination are you?
Center Point Church
Senior
Major
Spanish major, Biology minor, pre-PA
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Hospitalist or Cardiology PA
What is one of your favorite books?
The House on Mango Street
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to read great Christian literature and learn with Christians from all denominations!
What church or denomination are you?
Immanuel Baptist Church
Year in School
Junior
Major
Neuroscience, Minor in Music Performance
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I want to be a physician of some undecided sort.
What is one of your favorite books?
My favorite series is one by Brandon Mull, 5 Kingdoms.
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I want a much more solid theological foundation for my beliefs because solid thinking produces solid living.
What church or denomination are you?
Non-denominational
Year in School
Junior
Major
Mechanical Engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Mechanical Engineer making medical devices
What is one of your favorite books?
The Imitation of Christ
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
To grow with likeminded people
What church or denomination are you?
Presbyterian (PCA)
Senior
Major
Biosystems Engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Physician
What is one of your favorite books?
The Hunger Games Series
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I have always been a deep thinker in many other areas of life, especially in my classes in school, but I have never made time to take the same intellectual approach to my faith. I saw the Lewis House Scholar Program as the perfect opportunity to merge my head and my heart while surrounded by people seeking to do the same.
What church or denomination are you?
Southland Christian Church
Sophomore
Major
Nursing
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Labor and delivery nurse but more than anything a mom!
What is one of your favorite books?
The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
Other than to further my knowledge and relationship with God I feel that it will help to push me to read more often about topics I care about. I also think I learn a great deal during discussion with others and I’m really looking forward to hearing everyone’s thoughts.
What church or denomination are you?
Southland Christian Church
Year in School
Junior
Major
Kinesiology
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Physical Therapist
What is one of your favorite books?
Insanity of God
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I want to continue learning theology and find more Christian community
What church or denomination are you?
Porter, Reformed Baptist
Year in School
Junior
Major
Human Health Science Pre-PT
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I would love to work bivocationally as a pediatric physical therapist and in ministry.
What is one of your favorite books?
The Way of the Shepherd
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
My desire to become a scholar comes from a longing to grow in knowledge with accountability—not for my own sake alone, but to fall more deeply in love with Christ and His Word, and to glorify Him through the way I live daily, especially in proclaiming the Gospel.
What church or denomination are you?
Center Point Church and the Baptist Campus Ministry
Junior
Major
Chemistry with a minor in Hebrew and Jewish Studies
What do you want to do when you grow up?
A surgeon, and if medicine doesn’t work out perhaps a nurse, and if my relationship doesn’t work perhaps a priest!
What is one of your favorite books?
Oathbringer by Brandon Sanderson
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to be a Lewis House Scholar so that I could be apart of an interdenominational program that would challenge my thinking in a way that creates more light than heat. The Lewis House environment, encompassing an enormous array of Christian thought, is the perfect environment to grow closer to Jesus Christ.
What church or denomination are you?
I am a Catholic who attends the Holy Spirt Parish Newman Center
Freshman
Major
Biomedical engineering major and political science minor
What do you want to do when you grow up?
A pediatric surgeon who partners with nonprofits to provide free/reduced cost surgeries to children in need.
What is one of your favorite books?
Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to grow in my understanding of the historical bike and how translations/interpretations can change over time by changes in political context, societal norms, or social justice issues.
What church or denomination are you?
Grace Christian Church
Year in School
Senior
Major
Double Major in Arts Administration and Music
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Missionary
What is one of your favorite books?
Gospel Centered Community by Robert H. Thune and Will Walker
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I fell in love with the intellectual side of faith in college. I get to dive into that with my peers in the Lewis House.
What church or denomination are you?
Center Point Church
Junior
Major
Finance, Management
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Still figuring that one out! Likely something in financial planning or investor relations
What is one of your favorite books?
The Holy Bible
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I truly value having a community of students from different church backgrounds who can come together to learn, discuss, and encourage each other in our walks with Christ and that’s exactly what Lewis House is.
What church or denomination are you?
First Alliance Church/Non-denominational
Sophomore
Major
Major: Mechanical Engineering Minor: Hebrew and Jewish Studies
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I want to use my Mechanical Engineering degree to work in defense and to be an active member who regularly serves in my local church!
What is one of your favorite books?
Tuesdays with morrie
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to be a Lewis House Scholar to deepen my understanding of theology while being in fellowship with other people my age!
What church or denomination are you?
Baptist / Non-Denominational
Sophomore
Major
Mechanical Engineering and minor in Biomedical Engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Engineer/Physical Therapist
What is one of your favorite books?
Wuthering Heights
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I want to deepen my theological understanding.
What church or denomination are you?
Non-Denominational
Year in School
Senior
Major
Biosystems engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
The best skier on the mountain
What is one of your favorite books?
Night by Elie Wiesel
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
The Scholars program provides the opportunity to love the Lord with my mind as Mark 12:30 instructs and to make friends that are running the same race.
What church or denomination are you?
Nondenominational
Senior
Major
Electrical Engineering Major
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I would like to work in industry as an electrical engineer and become a mom.
What is one of your favorite books?
The Abolition of Man by CS Lewis
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to gain the confidence to read intimating books and make new friends with like minded people.
What church or denomination are you?
Southern Baptist
Senior
Major
History and Political Science
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Teacher
What is one of your favorite books?
Sense and Sensibility
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
Peer pressure.
What church or denomination are you?
Roman Catholic
Sophomore
Major
Marketing
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I would love to work for a faith based non profit.
What is one of your favorite books?
Gentle and Lowly
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
Taking the Christian Worldview class last spring sparked my interest for theology like never before and now I just cannot wait to continue to unravel more information about the character of our Creator!
What church or denomination are you?
Center Point Church – Southern Baptist
Year in School
Junior
Major
Social Work
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Social Worker
What is one of your favorite books?
The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to keep learning about God and what He’s like, and I felt Lewis House offered helpful resources to do that alongside other Christians!
What church or denomination are you?
Tate’s Creek Presbyterian
Year in School
Junior
Major
Materials Engineer
What do you want to do when you grow up?
I’m not sure yet
What is one of your favorite books?
Anna of Green Gables
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I really enjoy talking about scripture and how sometimes the smallest details making the biggest difference in how you view a passage and the Lewis House Scholar program is a chance to do just that with people who feel the same way and like discuss the same things
What church or denomination are you?
United Methodist
Year in School
Senior
Major
Forestry
What do you want to do when you grow up?
A forest resource consultant
What is one of your favorite books?
The Confessions of Saint Augustine
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I knew several Lewis House Scholars who were excellent influences on me. I’ve witnessed their thirst for Truth and grounded peace and wanted some of this Kingdom influence to be a better apologist, co-worker, disciple, and friend.
What church or denomination are you
Lutheran
Year in School
Senior
Major
Nursing
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Nurse
What is one of your favorite books?
The Great Divorce
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
Having people to talk theology with and reading great books
What church or denomination are you
Southland Christian Church
Year in School
Junior
Major
Dual Degree in Political Science and Finance
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Prosecutor
What is one of your favorite books?
Ender’s Game
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I love reading and learning.
What church or denomination are you
The Mission Church of Lexington
Senior
Major
Mechanical Engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Right now, it looks like I will be working in manufacturing after graduation.
What is one of your favorite books?
The Hound of the Baskervilles
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
One of my goals is to be able to talk about my faith with anyone and have good reasons for what I believe. I think that the Lewis House Scholar’s program will greatly help with that, and I am also excited to get to meet the other scholars!
What church or denomination are you
Southland Christian Church
Senior
Major
Choral Education and Vocal Performance Double major
What do you want to do when you grow up?
A Choral Director at a University.
What is one of your favorite books?
Piranesi by Susanna Clarke
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
Some of my friends in the program convinced me to join
What church or denomination are you
Nondenominational
Sophomore
Major
Aerospace Engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
To work in Defense Aviation and serve on mission either as a Pastor or missionary.
What is one of your favorite books?
Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
To learn more about who God is and who has called us to be.
What church or denomination are you
Ashland Avenue Baptist Church
Senior
Major
Computer Science
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Cybersecurity Manager
What is one of your favorite books?
Disciplines of a Godly Man by R. Kent Hughes
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
The desire for an increased knowledge of the Lord my God and His decrees for godly living
What church or denomination are you
Southern Baptist
Year in School
Junior
Major
Finance
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Waste Management
What is one of your favorite books?
Paradise Lost
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to experience different viewpoints on Christianity in order to strengthen my understanding of my own faith.
What church or denomination are you?
Southland Christian Church
Junior
Major
Nursing
What do you want to do when you grow up?
When I grow up I hope to be a mother, reader, nurse, writer, and a musician. Also, a host of lots of dinner parties!
What is one of your favorite books?
One of my favorite books is Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë.
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
Love for beauty, truth, and goodness. Oh, and because of Julia Todd.
What church or denomination are you?
My local PCA Presbyterian church.
Year in School
Sophomore
Major
Biosystems Engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
An engineer for an agricultural equipment company.
What is one of your favorite books?
Call Sign Chaos by Jim Mattis
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
Other members talking to me about the experience.
What church or denomination are you?
Byzantine Catholic
Sophomore
Major
Materials engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Father and materials engineer
What is one of your favorite books?
The Brothers Karamazov
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
Learning about other Christian communities
What church or denomination are you?
Roman Catholic
Year in School
Super Senior
Major
Civil Engineering
What do you want to do when you grow up?
A Missionary
What is one of your favorite books?
The Insanity of God
What made you want to be a Lewis Scholar?
I wanted to “get into the weeds” of my faith and the books Lewis House has us read invites us to think deeper about different topics of faith. Which, I believe, helps strengthen that faith.
What church or denomination are you?
Porter Memorial Baptist Church