Formerly known as Governor's Scholars, The Summer Honors Institute is part of the Ohio Summer Institutes for Gifted and Talented Education. The program seeks to provide alternative learning experiences for local highschool students. Small groups of scholars learn skills, carry out research and produce products in an intensive three-week program. A highly qualified faculty member and an experienced student leader work with 15 to 20 scholars in completing their research in each area. Local high school students who are currently enrolled in the ninth or tenth grade are eligible to submit an application.
Verification is necessary from the home school.
The signature of the school representative, counselor, or principal is required supporting each student's application. The Institute will take place on Ohio University's Athens campus. Education - Scholars investigate the field of elementary education by designing activities and learning centers to be taught to a group of elementary age students. Journalism - Scholars will learn to interview, write stories, and put together a layout to put together a magazine or newspaper. Photography - Scholars will learn to take quality black and white photographs, develop film and print enlargements of their best work.