Events & Deadlines
LinkedIn Learning Event is Today at 11 a.m.
Want to stand out in a competitive job market? Attend Honors Hour this morning to find out how to expand your skill set with LinkedIn Learning.
Every student who attends will earn points for their Honors House AND be entered into a drawing for an Honors College t-shirt and hand sanitizer. One winner will be randomly selected at the end of the event.
Please check the weekly update email for the Honors Hour Zoom link.
Last Day to Apply to be a Peer Mentor for the Summer Research Institute
The Summer Research Institute (SRI) in First-Year Research Experience (FYRE) will be hosted on the 黑洞社区 main campus June 6-10, 2021. SRI Peer Mentors will assist with camp preparation during the months of April and May. During the week of camp in June, SRI Peer Mentors will lead team building activities, help an incoming Shocker transition into college life, participate in research alongside the campers, and assist the SRI team with other activities.
If you have an interest in research, enjoy helping students explore their interests in research, and are looking for a short-term paid position, this would be perfect for you!
to apply.
Apply for the TRIO McNair Scholars Program
The TRIO McNair Scholars Program is currently accepting applications for the 2021-2022 academic year. If you are interested in learning more, attend a virtual information session either today, March 5, at 11 a.m. or next Thursday, March 11, at 1:30 p.m. To receive the Zoom invite, please call 978-3139 or email neshia.greene@wichita.edu.
If you are unavailable during those times, to schedule an individual meeting with Ashley Cervantes. For more information, visit .
More Honors Hours This Month
Monday, March 15, from 3 - 4 p.m. Hear about the Honors courses that will be offered in Fall 2021
Wednesday, March 24, from 2 - 3 p.m. Receive information about the Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Apply for the Stronger Scholarship
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Young people are taking to the streets, mobilizing, and speaking out against racial
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vision.
In recognition of the important role young changemakers play in creating healthy,
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Healthline to offer this year鈥檚 Stronger Scholarship. The scholarship will award three
$7,000 scholarships to students working to improve community conditions and reduce
health inequities in their communities.
for more information and to apply. The deadline is Tuesday, April 20.
News & Information
Attending Office Hours Can Help You Succeed in Class
Want to talk about a topic from class, have questions about a professional field, or are curious about research options? Visit your professors during office hours or schedule an appointment. Office hours are specific times set aside outside of classes to see and help students. Consider them student hours. Don鈥檛 forget your professors are a resource for your academic success. If you haven鈥檛 gotten to know your instructors yet, login or go early to class to introduce yourself. Click here for tips on communicating with professors.
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Honors College Information
The Honors College student lounge (on the ground level of Shocker Hall) is open Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For general questions, email honors@wichita.edu.
We want to hear from you! .