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Distinguished Professor Elizabeth Margulis and Chancellor Joe Steinmetz to Lecture on 'Brain and Music'
The lecture will offer a preview of the Honors College Signature Seminar coming next spring during a lecture at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, in Gearhart Hall Auditorium.
New Short Takes Video Highlights First-Generation Students and Faculty
One in five students in the 2018 freshman class are the first in their family to go to college.
Exercise Science Professor Michelle Gray to Lecture on 'Aging'
Gray will discuss "Aging" during an Honors College Signature Seminar preview lecture at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11, in the Gearhart Hall Auditorium.
Honors Passport Course to Explore Sicily in January 2019 Intersession
An information meeting about a study abroad course to Sicily is scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 6, in the Honors Student Lounge (GEAR 130).
Apply Now for Service Learning Materials or Travel Grant
The Service Learning Initiative will offer grants that help with development of service learning activities including equipment or domestic travel. Apply for grants by Oct. 1.
Nominations Requested for Service Learning Initiative Outstanding Contributions
The U of A Service Learning Initiative is pleased to announce its call for nominations for the 2018-19 Outstanding Contributions to Service Learning Teaching Award.
Honors College First-Generation Mentoring Program Seeks Faculty Mentors
The Honors College is again sponsoring a First-Generation Mentoring Program for all freshmen and sophomore students, both honors and non-honors. Apply by Sept. 14.
Education Reform Professor Jay Greene to Lecture on 'B.S.'
Greene's lecture offers a preview of an Honors College Signature Seminar he will teach during the spring semester.
Seeking Students for First Generation Mentoring Program
Freshmen and sophomores who are first-generation college students will be matched with caring faculty who, through two meetings a semester, can help students learn more about college processes.
Honors College Pulse Series Starts This Thursday, Aug. 30
All students are invited to participate in the Pulse discussion series, which starts with the first forum at 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, in the Honors Student Lounge, Gearhart Hall 130.