Reader, in this issue read about upcoming deadlines and events, student opportunities and more.
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Course contracts deadline approachesThe deadline to submit course contracts for the spring semester is Feb. 3, 2025. The Honors College has developed an easy guide to navigate discussing, creating and submitting course contracts which is available online.
Students are also encouraged to attend our course contracting workshop scheduled for this Tuesday and Wednesday. More information on these events can be found in the events section of this newsletter.
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Apply for an Honors Research FellowshipHonors Students conducting research in any field can now apply for an Honors Research Fellowship. This fellowship allows students to secure funding ranging between $500 to $1500
for research-related expenses. Utilize these funds to support research projects, research-related travel or conference travel.
Fellowships will be granted based on factors such as anticipated graduation date, commitment to the Honors College, and project needs.
Learn more and apply through the button below or attend our information sessions scheduled for January 29 and 30, 2025.
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Honor Your Teaching Fellowship deadline approaches
Faculty members interested in creating new Honors courses can now apply for the Honor Your Teaching Fellowship. Through a series of two summer semester virtual workshop sessions, fellows will learn best practices in honors education, engage in discussion of their course ideas and receive feedback on ways to strengthen their proposed course materials. Fellows are eligible for funding in subsequent summers pending successful application. Applications are due Monday, February 10, 2025, to Suzanne Hunter, Assistant Director of Academic Affairs,
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Rescheduled Honors Contracting WorkshopJanuary 28 | 2 p.m.
January 29 | 10 a.m.
Creating a course contract is a great way for Honors College students to receive Honors credit in their non-Honors classes by adding an extra learning component to the class outside of the work already expected from them. Learn more about all things contracting during our workshop this January. There are two dates to choose from and both are held in Cater Hall. |
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Honors Research Fellowship Information SessionsJanuary 29 | 3 p.m.
January 30 | 3 p.m.
Secure funding for your research by applying for an Honors Research Fellowship. Students conducting research in any field are welcome to apply and can learn more by attending one of our two information sessions. |
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Cup at CaterFebruary 5 | 9 - 11 a.m.
Need a little boost to get you through February? Then be sure to stop by Cater Hall on February 5 for Cup at Cater! As always, we'll have a variety of coffee and breakfast snacks available for you to enjoy. |
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Executive Team ElectionsCongress will host elections for their 2025-2026 Executive team over the next couple weeks. Applications are now open and close on Monday, February 3, 2025 at midnight. The election will be held on February 5, 2025,
and results will be announced on February 7. |
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Congress Family DinnerJoin Congress for their first Family Dinner of the semester! Congress is excited to see everyone on the back porch of Cater to eat, play games, and hang out together! |
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Watch Party with CongressCheer on the Tigers as they take on Vanderbilt with Honors Congress on February 11 at 6 p.m. War Eagle! |
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The Undergraduate Research (UR) Fellowship application submission now openThe UR Fellowship program is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students to apply the knowledge they have obtained in the classroom to a research project! Students may select from a year-long, two-semester and a summer fellowship.
Starting semesters offered are Summer 2025, Fall 2025 or Spring 2026. Here are some of the testimonials from our current students:
"It has completely changed how I view research and inspired me to continue to look into it in the future" - Tessa Allen 2023-24 Fellow
"It is a great opportunity for student that do not know anything about research to dip their toes in" - Brittany Bates 2023-24 Fellow
"I believe it has influenced my future career because of the skills I acquired during my time as a research fellow" - Bailey Branham 2023-24 Fellow
"Undergraduate research is extremely rewarding. Do not be scared to apply or follow through with the program. By the end, after your hard work, you will be able to look back at your achievements with pride" - Jazmine Carroll 2023-24 Fellow
If you are interested in learning more about the URF program, the application process and frequently asked questions, please visit the undergraduate research website.
(Engineering Students: All students applying for a fellowship in the College of Engineering must submit a brief email of intent to Apply for the Fellowship by December 16, 2024 to mla0001@auburn.edu. Visit website for details.)
Interested students should begin identifying a faculty mentor to discuss their research project with. The student and the faculty mentor who agrees to work with them will then submit a joint application using the online portal.
The Undergraduate Research Fellowship application submission will close February 15, 2025.
Fellowship award period can be up to May 1, 2026. |
Become a Gogue Center Ambassador
The Gogue Center Ambassadors provides a leadership opportunity for Auburn University students dedicated to serving the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center. Ambassadors work across campus, within the Auburn community, and beyond, acting as hosts and volunteers for GPAC-sponsored performances and events. This select group of students serves as a liaison between Auburn University’s student body, academic departments, and GPAC, as well as with prospective students, alumni, donors, faculty, and administrators.
To apply, students will need to submit the following documents:
Applications are open today through March 7, 2025. |
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T31 G-RISE at Auburn application are open
The admissions cycle for students to enter Auburn University’s G-RISE (Graduate Research Training Initiative for Student Enhancement) is now open. If you know of a student who is interested in applying to Auburn for enrollment in Fall 2025 in a biomedically related Ph.D. program and might be qualified for G-RISE, please forward this information regarding the G-RISE program.
Advantages of the G-RISE program include an enhanced stipend (over $40,000) for one year, and support through a wide variety of resources, including a mentoring constellation designed to provide authentic experiences and hands-on mentoring to enhance the graduate education experience. Auburn G-RISE Scholars are among the top graduate students at Auburn.
Interested students can apply for the G-RISE at Auburn program by visiting this website:
https://auburn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1H4ju0hrIj5AsnA
The application deadline is January 31, 2025.
Program requirements:
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A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a biomedical-related field
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U.S. citizen or permanent resident
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Student must enroll in a doctoral program, related to biomedical research
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Students can have been accepted to an Auburn PhD program, but cannot have matriculated
For more information, please contact Dr. Bruce Smith. (smithbf@auburn.edu)
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Kappa Alpha Pi, a new Pre-Law and Government Fraternity, is accepting applications for spring initiation A membership with Kappa Alpha Pi offers exclusive speaker events, networking opportunities, discounts on LSAT prep courses and more.
Recruitment Dates:
Information Sessions: January 23 and 30 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Bitty and Beau's Recruitment Event: January 25 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Coffee with KAPi Recruitment Event: January 28 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Meet the Chapter: February 4 | 7 - 8 p.m.
End of Recruitment Event: February 6 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Application Deadline: February 9 | 11:59 p.m.
Interviews: February 17-21, 2025
Interested students can apply through this link:
https://auburn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8AHNBs8gw3Bg5sG
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