The Networking Benefits of Being an Honors Student
One of the most valuable things about the Honors Program is the opportunity you have to interact with other intelligent, well-connected people. You can learn about internships, jobs and graduate programs through discussions with professors from Capital and other academic institutions. And when distinguished guest speakers come to Capital, you'll have the chance to meet and talk with them.
As an honors student, you'll have the opportunity to do more in-depth research than the average Capital student. You will also be encouraged to present your findings at national conferences such as the [National Collegiate Honors Council], where Capital students spoke in 2005 and 2004. These conferences are great places to make academic contacts and explore potential career paths in the company of other gifted students.
Small Seminars Led by Faculty
The Honors Program allows students and faculty to gather weekly for seminars and to meet at other times throughout the year for fun and cultural enrichment.
The seminars involve groups of 10 or fewer students led by faculty members who guide the group discussion. Students write and present essays or participate in service learning activities each semester. The program offers other learning experiences such as honors courses and projects.
All Work and No Play ...
You can't study all the time, so the honors community at Capital gathers frequently just for fun. Through the elected Honors Student Council, students plan social and cultural activities such as:
- Movie nights with discussions afterwards
- Snack-and-discussion sessions (Food for Thought)
- Short North Gallery Hops
- Holiday parties
- Tailgate parties before Capital football games
- Trips to the opera
- Sporting events
The Student Honors Council is an elected body. It's a great way to play an active role in program development and bring quality entertainment to campus at the same time.