Directed readings are designed to encourage independent study under careful faculty guidance and guide the students toward independent research which culminates in a senior thesis. The seniors present their theses before an assemblage of students and faculty. Students Honors students are encouraged to take an active part in their education. Students assist in planning and organizing the lectures, colloquia, workshops, field trips and other activities that extend the Honors Program beyond the classroom. Having a wide variety of interests and involvements, Honors students are active in student government, write for campus periodicals, participate in exchange programs, and attend conferences.
Most Honors students continue their education in graduate or professional schools.
The Honors Program has as its primary resource the entire faculty of Arts and Sciences to teach Honors Program elective courses, directed readings, and for disseration supervision. An Honors Program Faculty , again borrowed from the the College, teaches the required freshman level honors courses. In addition, the program has a director, an adminstrative secretary, and an Honors Council to administrate and guide the program. Requirements Experience indicates that students who will perform well in an honors program are those who exercise initiative, who do not need constant direction from instructors, and who enjoy discussing their ideas and academic experience with other motivated students. The Honors Program offers a unique opportunity for intensive study within a small community of highly motivated young scholars.