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

7 Great Moments Of Fall 2017

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This semester we achieved milestones that left us with plenty of memories and inspiration to continue moving forward. More students have been engaged in Honors activities than ever before.

As the college grows, so do the bonds between the community. No doubt, Fall 2017 is one for the books.

Now here are seven moments this semester worth noting.

To start, the college welcomed a record number of students — 216 to be exact — at our fall 2017 induction ceremony.

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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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