They are able to interpret their own learning. They become aware of the need to ask questions and to look for answers. The college is committed to helping students develop their highest academic potential. The Honors Program focuses on the educational needs of talented students who wish to achieve high academic goals. Transferring and currently enrolled students may also apply for admission to the University Honors Program.
Many departments offer honors sections of introductory courses.
Each department sets the guidelines for entry into these courses and makes specific invitations to students to enroll in these designated sections. Honors courses place students in a full academic community Students enrolled in honors courses receive personal attention in the classroom, have access to the expertise of distinguished faculty, and are encouraged to explore individual research using the resources of the university. Students and faculty both agree that this unique community benefits students and faculty as well as contributes to the growing body of knowledge that is essential to any university community. Many undergraduates take advantage of the university's strong research facilities and faculty to develop research projects of their own, under the guidance of one or more faculty members. Students are encouraged to explore methods of research that are both traditional and non-traditional.