A Postcard From Finland: Studying Abroad with Citizenship
seabertsonA Postcard From Finland: Studying Abroad with Citizenship
– By Deven Tokuno
Honors Students Mielke, Silva, and Guillen Highlighted at Spring 2011 WSU Commencement Ceremonies
seabertsonHonors Students Mielke, Silva, and Guillen Highlighted at Spring 2011 WSU Commencement Ceremonies
PULLMAN, Wash.—Three Honors College students—Karissa Mielke, Luis Silva, and Gregorio “Greg” Guillen—will be featured as “highlight students” at May 7 commencement ceremonies at Washington State University. » More …
WSU Honors College Students, Faculty Recognized for Excellence at 2011 University College Awards Ceremony
seabertsonWSU Honors College Students, Faculty Recognized for Excellence at 2011 University College Awards Ceremony
PULLMAN, Wash.—The Washington State University Honors College was well represented at the University College Awards Ceremony on Tues. April 19, when six Honors students and six faculty members received recognition in several categories for their academic and service excellence.
“Tuesday’s award ceremony showcased the outstanding achievements that the students and faculty of Honors have made in the past year,” says Libby Walker, dean of Honors. “We are very proud of their accomplishments.”
WSU Honors College Students, Faculty Recognized for Excellence at 2011 University College Awards Ceremony
seabertsonWSU Honors College Students, Faculty Recognized for Excellence at 2011 University College Awards Ceremony
PULLMAN, Wash.—The Washington State University Honors College was well represented at the University College Awards Ceremony on Tues. April 19, when six Honors students and six faculty members received recognition in several categories for their academic and service excellence.
“Tuesday’s award ceremony showcased the outstanding achievements that the students and faculty of Honors have made in the past year,” says Libby Walker, dean of Honors. “We are very proud of their accomplishments.”
A Postcard From Finland: Studying Abroad with Citizenship
seabertsonA Postcard From Finland: Studying Abroad with Citizenship
-by Deven Tokuno
Catching the study abroad fever is easy to do at the Honors College. Stories of adventures in exotic places around the world encourage students to learn more about this unique opportunity. For some, country selection is the hardest part. For others, it’s as easy as dual-citizenship. » More …
Lee and Kuzyk Bring a World-Class Education to Honors Students
seabertsonLee and Kuzyk Bring a World-Class Education to Honors Students
Pamela Lee and Pat Kuzyk, two long-time Honors College faculty members, landed a top university honor when each received the 2011 WSU Distinguished Teaching Award in spring. » More …
Honors Bhatia Lecture March 6 by Alumna and U.S. Ambassador Leslie V. Rowe
seabertsonHonors Bhatia Lecture March 6 by Alumna and U.S. Ambassador Leslie V. Rowe
PULLMAN, Wash.—The Washington State University Honors College welcomes alumna and U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mozambique Leslie V. Rowe to present the V.N. Bhatia Lecture at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 6, in the Smith Center for Undergraduate Education, room 203.
“Ambassador Rowe will discuss ‘The Challenge of Diplomacy in a Complex World,’ a topic she is well familiar with as a career diplomat,” says Libby Walker, dean of the Honors College. “This tenth V.N. Bhatia Lecture takes place during the 50th Anniversary year of Honors at WSU, and we are very certain that Dr. Bhatia would be both pleased and honored to have Ms. Rowe speak at a lecture named for him and on a topic of international importance.” » More …
Rempe and Rosenkranz Recall International Experiences
seabertsonCertificate of Global Competencies: Rempe and Rosenkranz Recall International Experiences
Approximately 29 percent of Honors students at Washington State University study abroad and about 80 percent of entering freshmen study a language other than English during their first semester at WSU. These Honors students are eligible to earn a Certificate of Global Competencies before graduating. » More …
WSU Honors College Offers Three New Summer Programs for Current and Prospective Students
seabertsonWSU Honors College Offers Three New Summer Programs for Current and Prospective Students
PULLMAN, Wash. – Typically, the Honors College at Washington State University restricts its summer offerings to high-impact, faculty-led study abroad courses for current students. But summer 2011 will be different, when the college launches new programs designed for current and prospective students. » More …
IN MEMORIAM: Henry Grosshans, Retired WSU Honors College Faculty Member
seabertsonIN MEMORIAM: Henry Grosshans, Retired WSU Honors College Faculty Member
PULLMAN, Wash.—WSU Honors College history professor Henry Paul Grosshans, 89, passed away Oct. 21, 2010, in Shoreline, Wash. He taught world civilizations classes for the what was then Honors Program for several years. He retired in 1982 after 30 years as a WSU faculty member. » More …