Honors Program Goals
Upon successful completion of the Honors Program requirements, students earning University Honors will be able to:
1. Employ Self-Directed Learning
Students will take initiative in setting personal learning goals, identifying resources and opportunities, managing their time effectively, and monitoring their progress. They will independently pursue academic and personal opportunities, demonstrating responsibility and motivation in their learning journey.
2. Cultivate Lifelong Learning Skills
Students should develop habits of continuous learning, including curiosity, adaptability, resilience, and a commitment to staying informed and educated throughout their lives, both professionally and personally.
3. Recognize Interdisciplinary Connections
Students should identify and integrate knowledge, methods, and perspectives from multiple disciplines to better understand complex issues, generate innovative solutions, and approach problems holistically.
4. Engage in Scholarly and Creative Inquiry
Students should participate actively in creative processes, research, and investigation that involve critical thinking, analysis, synthesis, and original contributions to knowledge or artistic expression.
5. Practice Self-Reflection and Metacognition
Students should regularly evaluate their own thinking, academic performance, and learning processes; use feedback constructively; and adjust their strategies to improve understanding, effectiveness, and personal growth.
6. Demonstrate Cultural and Global Awareness
Students should exhibit understanding, sensitivity, and respect for diverse cultural perspectives, global issues, and international contexts, and apply this awareness in both academic and social settings.
7. Exhibit Ethical Behavior and Responsible Leadership
Students should act with integrity, take responsibility for their actions, make decisions guided by ethical principles, and demonstrate conscientious and impactful leadership qualities.
8. Participate in Civic and Community Engagement
Students should actively engage in their communities; contribute to the common good through volunteerism, service learning, advocacy, or civic initiatives; and demonstrate awareness of social responsibilities and the impact of civic participation.
9. Develop Collaborative Learning and Problem-Solving Skills
Students should effectively work with others in diverse teams, demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills, and apply collective knowledge to analyze problems, develop solutions, and achieve shared goals.
10. Connect Academic Learning to Real-World Experiences
Students should apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations through internships, service projects, applied research, or other experiential learning opportunities that bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application.