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"The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality. It is enough if one tries merely to comprehend a little of this mystery every day. Never lose a holy curiosity."

-- Albert Einstein

Honors Biology Scholar Brett Blackwell receives the Deans' Award from Honors Faculty Dr. Estep

Honors students complete 30 hours of Honors courses, within the framework of their respective departmental degree plans. Students who complete these 30 hours with a GPA of 3.5 or above graduate as Honors Scholars.

Honors Core (5-6 courses)

  • English Literature or Philosophy
  • American History
  • Science and Humanity or Majors Biology
  • Biblical Narrative
  • Communication for the Professional
  • Ethics and Vocation
  • Special topics seminars
    • Recent seminars: History of Science, C. S. Lewis, Urban Studies, Leadership 

Honors Major (4-5 courses)

  • Majors sections (Macroeconomics, Biology, Biochemistry, Religion)
  • Contracted honors work in majors courses
  • Research honors contracts
  • Honors thesis or majors capstone research course
  • Special topics seminars