, in this issue read about Honors students over break and a great Honors course, as well as upcoming events and opportunities.
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Auburn's Global Medical Brigades revives chapter with Panama trip
Across campus, Honors students are returning from a well-deserved spring break, a chance to recharge before the final stretch of the semester. For many, it’s a time to relax — a step back from classes, work and deadlines.
But for some Honors College students, spring break, winter break and other breaks are opportunities to give back. Rather than taking time off, they dedicate their knowledge and passion to making a meaningful impact throughout the world. During winter break, several Honors students with Auburn’s Global Medical Brigades team did just that, traveling to Panama on a medical mission trip to serve communities in need. |
Honors Course Feature: Reacting to the Past in Dr. Craig's World History I & II
You are Mahatma Ghandi. What decisions should you make as you seek to unite your people in seeking independence from the British Empire? One of your classmates is the philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau. What arguments will they launch as they try to persuade you to adopt an entirely new form of government in eighteenth-century France?
For several years Kate Craig, associate professor of History with the College of Liberal Arts and recipient of the Honors College’s Outstanding Faculty Award in 2018, has taught History 1017 and 1027, Honors versions of World History I and II, through a model she calls “Reacting to the Past.”
Continue reading the entire story with class photos through the button below! |
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Lunch and Learn with Honors: Medical & Health Humanities Speaker SeriesApril 1 | 12:30 p.m.
Get a sneak peak at the College of Liberal Art's Medical & Health Humanities Speaker Series and have a slice of pizza on us. During this event attendees will hear from Samantha Fede, with Auburn University, and Kate Finley, with Hope College, as they present their talk: "My Brain Made Me Do It": Insights on Agency and Psychopathology from Neuroscience and Philosophy. This event is limited to 20 participants and you must RSVP here. |
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Cup at CaterApril 1| 9-11 a.m.
Hop into spring with coffee, tea and breakfast treats at Cup at Cater! It's a perfect time to sip, snack and celebrate the new month with us. See you there! |
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Trivia Night!March 25 | 5:30 p.m. | RBD 4520
You asked and Congress listened! Join Congress for a pop culture trivia night where you can showcase your knowledge and learn something along the way. Snacks will be provided. |
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Hey Day Market Benefit DayMarch 26 | All Day | Hey Day Market
Come by Hey Day for lunch or dinner to help support Honors Congress! |
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Art GalleryMarch 27 | 1-5 p.m. | Cater Hall
Do you want your artwork displayed in Cater Hall? Submit any form of art (painting, drawing, poetry, photography, etc.) to have it displayed in Cater Hall for an afternoon! If you don't want to submit artwork, we encourage you to come by Cater between 1:00-5:00 p.m. to walk through the gallery and vote on your favorite piece. |
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Working MeetingMarch 31 | 6 p.m. | Mell 2550
This will be the last working meeting of the semester. Stop by to help Congress put the final touches on the decorations for Honors Formal! |
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Honors Formal - Enchanted ForestApril 5 | 7-10 p.m. | Kiesel Park
It's finally here! Join Congress during the Honors Formal to celebrate all of the hard work you've done throughout this year! The event will have mocktails, food, plenty of photo opportunities, and electric music! Tickets are officially on sale now — go to the link in the Honors Congress Instagram bio to purchase. |
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University Nutrition Benefit DayApril 7 | 6:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. | 1791 Shug Jordan Parkway
Pop by University Nutrition anytime during their business hours to help raise money for Honors Congress! Be sure to mention Honors Congress at checkout. |
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Honors co-sponsor programFaculty, departments, colleges and students can now request the Honors College to co-sponsor an event or program. The sponsorship can help cover the costs of food and refreshments, speaker honorariums or venue expenses.
There are two annual deadlines. For events and programs occurring during a fall semester the deadline for proposals is June 1. For events and programs occurring during the spring semester the deadline for proposals is November 1.
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HONR 1077 Peer Instructor Applications now openInterested in giving back to our incoming class of Honors students? Apply to be a Freshman Exploration Peer Instructor!
Peer Instructors are an integral part of class, helping students navigate their first year in Auburn and in Honors. They provide an informed voice, serving as representatives of the Honors student experience. The responsibilities of a Peer Instructor include but are not limited to: attending class, attending meetings with their instructor, co-facilitating classroom discussions, communicating with students, and representing Honors through an upperclassman perspective.
Honors Peer Instructor positions are available to students who are in good standing, are currently enrolled in the Honors College, and have successfully taken Freshman Exploration. Peer Instructors will be enrolled in an Honors Lyceum course and receive credit for their experience.
Applications close April 4,2025 at 11:59 p.m.
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