A course that employs closely related methodologies, e.g., those of the natural sciences, is as interdisciplinary as a course that blends literature, film, history, music and philosophy. Equally important is the interactive nature of the pedagogy. In each HN course, the students and the faculty members are partners in the learning process, class discussions are frequent, and openness and risk-taking are encouraged. Incoming students are now considered for the program if they write the Honors admission essay. Those invited while at Butler hold a 3.5 minimum GPA and have been recommended by a faculty member.
Honors students are articulate, conscientious, hard-working, and curious.
They read, think, write and analyze very well. They enjoy being included as active participants in the learning process and thrive in class discussions. In short, they are a pleasure to work with. The Honors Curriculum Honors students must complete four HN courses, a Departmental Honors Course, an Honors Independent Study, and a Thesis in order to graduate with university honors. HN courses vary in kind as well level.