Meet The Staff: Dr. Timothy Henry

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Procrastinate tomorrow. That’s what Dr. Timothy Henry has to say when it comes to succeeding in academia.

As Assistant Dean for the Honors College, he juggles a variety of tasks. On top of being a human anatomy and physiology professor, Dr. Henry promotes internships and fellowships; surveys science-based senior projects; and advises pre-healthcare undergraduates.

Recently, he was awarded the MAVS 1000 instructor of the year for his outstanding work teaching the freshman seminar. While he’s modest about his accomplishments, it shows his strong commitment to education and deservedly so. Continue reading

Honors Scholars Gain Useful Knowledge Across The Globe

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Honors Students have plenty of opportunities to fulfill their dreams and get ahead in their academic and professional endeavors. A study abroad scholarship is just one of the ways that students can achieve their goals.

With financial help from the Honors College, students have traveled the world — from the lush green rural scenery of Bangladesh to tropical, sunny Belize and the culture-rich business hub of Taiwan. This past summer, a few students took advantage of the Honors scholarship opportunities and accomplished truly impressive feats.

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Meet The Staff: Brittney Kwan

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When new students come to the Honors College, they’re bound to meet Brittney Kwan. Her space is not hard to find. It’s directly in front of the end of the hall to the entrance of the Honors office and her cabinets are lined with rubber duckies that she won in a single session at Dave & Busters.

While she considers herself an introvert, Brittney’s academic journey is one of adventure and spontaneity. Continue reading