This is a program designed for students who wish to advance their educational experience beyond traditional course work by undertaking additional challenges within their classes and their community. Students in this program undertake a rigorous direction of study that includes not only course work but also opportunities for development of cross-cultural awareness and perspective in a variety of forums and through community service.
To qualify for the Heritage University Honors Program, students need to have a high school diploma and a minimum of a 3.3 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. To apply, students submit the supplemental application for the Honors Program, along with an application for general admission to Heritage University and supporting letters from two high school instructors nominating them for this program. The admission process also includes an interview with a panel of Heritage University faculty and staff. Based upon financial need as determined by the financial office, there is a limited number of honors scholarships available.
For the first two years of the program, students take honors sections of General University Course Requirement (GUCR) courses. Typical schedules for the first two years are shown below.
During their junior and senior years, honors students at Heritage University in some departments may be able to take additional honors courses to complete their degree requirements. If departments offer upper-level honors courses, such courses will require academic or creative work beyond that generally required for upper-division courses.
Honors Program students participate in a special forum called the Honors Seminar. These courses provide a unique opportunity for honors students to interact with Heritage University faculty, scholars from other colleges and universities, and community leaders to make academic presentations; to develop and implement strategies for community improvement; and to participate in cultural events.
Heritage University Honors Program GUR/Honors Seminar Schedule
2009-2013
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Fall 2009 Cohort
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Fall 2009
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Spring 2010
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Fall 2010
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Spring 2011
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ENG 101H
HIST 101H
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ENG 102H
COM 105H
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Latin 101H
ENG 221H
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Fine Arts
Soc. Or Psych.
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HON Seminar 190 “Arts”
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HON Seminar 191 “Humanities”
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HON Seminar 290
“STEM”
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HON Seminar 291
“Social Science”
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Fall 2010 Cohort
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Fall 2010
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Spring 2011
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ENG 101H
HIST 101H
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ENG 102H
COM 105H
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HON Seminar 190 “Arts”
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HON Seminar 191 “Humanities”
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Fall 2010 Cohort
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Fall 2011
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Spring 2012
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Fall 2012
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Spring 2013
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Latin 101H
ENG 221H
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Fine Arts
Soc Or Psych
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HON Seminar 290
“STEM”
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HON Seminar 291
“Social Science”
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Fall 2011 Cohort
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Fall 2011
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Spring 2012
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Fall 2012
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Spring 2013
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ENG 101H
HIST 101H
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ENG 102H
COM 105H
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Latin 101H
ENG 221H
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Fine Arts
Soc Or Psych
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HON Seminar 190 “Arts”
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HON Seminar 191 “Humanities”
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HON Seminar 290
“STEM”
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HON Seminar 291
“Social Science”
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Fall 2012 Cohort
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Fall 2012
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Spring 2013
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ENG 101H
HIST 101H
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ENG 102H
COM 105H
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HON Seminar 190 “Arts”
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HON Seminar 191 “Humanities”
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Fall All Cohorts (starting Fall 2011)
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Fall 3rd Year
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Spring 3rd Year
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Fall 4th Year
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Fall 4th Year
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PHIL 210 H
Fine Arts
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Math 101H
Physical Science
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Senior Thesis
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Senior Thesis
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These seminars include the following:
HON 190 Arts (Honors Seminar I)
HON 191 Humanities (Honors Seminar II)
HON 290 STEM (Honors Seminar III)
HON 291 Social Science (Honors Seminar IV)
HON 190 Honors Seminar I (Arts) 1 credit
Honors students will be introduced to visual and performing arts opportunities and experiences available on Heritage’s campus and in the surrounding community. Course includes field trips, lectures, visiting artist presentations, and hands-on studio experience. Offered fall semesters.
HON 191 Honors Seminar II (Humanity) 1 credit
The Honors Seminar for English and Humanities challenges students to critically analyze through various contexts the interdisciplinary theme of freedom and confinement. Students will access multiple perspectives and domains of thinking (political, personal, sacred, ethical, psychological, historical, etc.) in order to better understand the power of this binary construct. The seminar format is interactive, reflective, and focused on developing the following aspects of critical thinking: the influences of context, identification, and consideration of multiple perspectives; the unearthing and assessment of underlying assumptions; bias, artificial constraints, and ethical considerations; the development of a hypothesis or position; and, most important, creative/innovative thinking and dynamic, respectful dialogue. Offered spring semesters.
HON 290 Honors Seminar III (STEM) 1 credit
The STEM Seminar will expose students to current research in, breaking news in, and the historical backgrounds of a variety of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) disciplines. In particular, the STEM Seminar will emphasize how scientific research is conducted and presented and will actively engage students in research opportunities through a blend of readings, discussions, field trips, and research projects. Offered fall semesters.
HON 291 Honors Seminar IV (Social Science) 1 credit
Honors students will be exposed to various activities and experiences in the areas of social science, social work, business, and economics. Course includes group projects, lectures, and field trips that are intended to familiarize students with important community development issues. Offered spring semesters.
HON 401 Preparation for Graduate and Professional Studies 1-6 credits
Individualized advanced study and review in writing, mathematics, vocabulary, critical reading, and critical thinking, intended to prepare students for graduate and professional programs. Topics include test preparation as well as practice in writing statements of purpose and/or personal statements and other application essays. Offered fall and spring semesters.