Posts by Allison Heppner
Summer Syracuse Abroad Class: Education and Inclusion in Post-Apartheid South Africa
EDU 400/600 (3 Credits; Undergraduate or Graduate): Education and Inclusion in Post-Apartheid South Africa This class is being offered in Makhanda, South Africa, as a summer class. The dates of the class are May 24 to June 14, 2024. This course aims to examine and compare the South African educational system with the US education…
Read MoreDecember 2024 Thesis Day!
Honors Seniors Presented Their Projects in December Today was filled with outstanding presentations, showcasing each individual’s academic achievements and remarkable research across various disciplines. The hard work was evident, and every student made our program incredibly proud!
Read MoreTell Your Story Walking 2024
Tell Your Story Walking has released its 2024 edition. Its website contains a multitude of art and a variety of writing, contributing to the already impressive collection Syracuse’s Honors community has amassed in prior years this magazine has been published. The magazine was produced in class HNR 340, where students selected and edited submissions, worked…
Read MoreHNR 210: Quilting for a Cause
HNR 210 Made Quilts to Donate to Interfaith Works. Congratulations to HNR 210 on finishing their quilts! Under the guidance of Liz Lance, the class made 10 quilts, all of which will be donated to Interfaith Works. The class was also aided by a group of quilters who use the Noble Room to create more…
Read MoreNiki Swackhamer – Academic Advisor
Niki Swackhamer is an Honors Advisor, bringing a rich background in education, admissions, and career services. Originally from Western New York, she previously served in admissions (at Utica University), as a researcher and co-author of a paper in PubMed (while at SUNY Upstate Medical University), and as a career advisor within the College of Visual…
Read More40th International Thanksgiving Volunteer Opportunity
The 40th International Thanksgiving Volunteer Opportunity is on Thursday, November 21st. The Center for International Services is looking for students to volunteer to set up the event on Wednesday, November 20th from 1-5pm at Goldstein Auditorium and then throughout the following day and on the evening of the event. Students who volunteer can submit for…
Read MoreHNR 340’s Songwriter Showcase
HNR 340’s Songwriter Showcase Professor Rodger’s HNR 340 Inside the Words and Music class is hosting a Songwriter Showcase. The class is currently collecting submissions for the showcase, and they want to hear from you! The class is looking for songwriters from all genres (Rap, R&B, singer/songwriter, etc.) to submit their original work for the 17th Annual…
Read MoreNight at Tennity Ice Rink
Honors is Hosting: Night at Tennity Ice Rink Honors program students have the opportunity to skate at Tennity Ice Rink for an exclusive, late night ice event! This event will be free to Honors students and will have free ice skating and food. You are also encouraged to bring your SU undergraduate friends. Tennity Ice…
Read MoreHonors Peer Advising
Honors Peer Advising is happening on 10/30 from 7pm-8pm and 11/5 from 5:30pm-6:30pm in 306 Bowne Hall. This is an opportunity for students to hear, learn and share their experiences in honors classes, talk about course planning, registration and get help from peers. Honors Assistant Director, Allie, will also be there to answer questions. If…
Read MoreHonors Research Fair
Honors Research Fair: Friday, November 1st! Come check out the current research and thesis projects Honors students are doing! There are a wide range of topics displayed. This is a great opportunity to hear about the process of completing research, for both non-thesis reasons and completing your own thesis (which is a graduation requirement). See…
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