Is the Honors Program the same as high school AP classes?
No, AP courses in high school tend to move at a rapid pace, cramming as much material into the semester as possible. In the Honors Program, you’ll study relevant material in greater depth than a regular liberal arts course. You’ll discover how classroom teachings affect your life and the lives of others.
Can I design my own Honors Program curriculum?
Not really. The Honors curriculum is set and needs to be completed in conjunction with your major’s requirements. The freedom you do have is if an Honors course does not exist, you can work with faculty to create additional course work to earn Honors credits. For instance, Jacob Dean, communications major, did an in-depth study of Henry David Thoreau and his essay “Life Without Principle” to make his “American Literature I” course an Honors course.
What are some perks to being an Honors student?
- Take your education to a higher level as part of a tight-knit community of students and faculty that work, learn and play together.
- Get 24-hour access to the Honors Lounge.
- Work individually with faculty to present their work at professional conferences.
- Attend many off-campus social events.
Will I only be in class with other Honors students?
No, the beauty of the Honors program is that you have the opportunity to learn and study with all students. You can take standard or Honors classes in any major.
Whom should I contact if I’m interested in the Honors Program?
E-mail Jim Bodle, director of the Honors Program, at jim_bodle@mail.msj.edu, or call (513) 244-4862. You can also contact an admission counselor.