February 17, 2023

The Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College Weekly Update

By Kyndal Dorzweiler

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Events & Deadlines

Steps for Graduating with an Honors distinction

Save the Date! End-of-Year Kudos and Coffee event for Graduates & Families on Friday, May 12th 9:30-11:30am. 

  • Fill out your Application for Degree (AFD) within your MyWSU Portal by March 1st. (Summer graduates walk in the Spring ceremony.)
  • If you have any questions about your Honors graduation status, please contact Honors.
  •  Buy your honors graduation stole at the . 
  • University Honors minor graduates may pick up their medallion in Honors beginning in April.
  • Complete the Honors graduate yearbook form.
  • You will receive a Cohen Honors Graduate Survey in a separate email. Please complete the survey to help us understand what鈥檚 working and how we can improve.  
  • may be earned in addition to your Cohen Honors distinction.

Look for additional general information about commencement on the Commencement website.

National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC)- Annual Conference Session Proposals due February 28, 2023

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Students and faculty are invited to submit a proposal for the NCHC Annual conference. The submission portal is open and all submissions are due by February 28, 2023. The 2023 conference is in Chicago and the theme is 鈥淩evolutionary Honors: Liberty, Equality, Humanity.鈥�  Proposals for students are invited in the formats including: student posters, student interdisciplinary research panels, roundtables, and part of a student/faculty general session.  Faculty proposals are welcomed for general sessions, panels, workshops, faculty posters, and roundtables. For more information and to submit a proposal, please visit the .

Apply to Join the National Honors Justice Challenge by Mar 1st!

The Council on Honors Education invites students to apply or faculty to nominate students. Join honors students from across the United States in exploring the complex issues around food justice in the 2023-2024 academic year. Collaborating with experts from a variety of fields, you will engage with real social needs and develop your capacity for civic engagement, innovation and leadership.

The program is open to a limited number of participants. Each student will enroll in an opening online 1-day workshop, an eight week
online colloquium, and a 1-day concluding online conference.

PhDs and Pancakes: Learn about the Graduate School with Breakfast

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | 8:30am-9:30am | RSC 262

Are you considering graduate school but not sure why or how to get started? Join us for a conversation about pursuing graduate studies in partnership with the Graduate School. Bring your questions and join your fellow peers for conversation about all things graduate school. Breakfast will be served. For more information, please visit our University Event Calendar or email us at honors@wichita.edu. 

Take Honors Outside the Classroom!

is an outdoor experiential learning program coordinated by the National Collegiate Honors Council. PITP projects at national parks across the country offer unique opportunities for collegiate honors students and faculty to visit areas of the American landscape noted for their beauty, significance and lasting value. For over a decade, PITP has led over 100 projects in more than 50 different national parks. With five student projects and an affiliated event hosted through Southern Utah University, there's an outdoor adventure waiting just for you in 2023.

Mammoth Cave National Park
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
Missouri National Recreational River
New River Gorge National Park
Glacier National Park

NCHC Members always save 50% on Partners in the Parks registration and all other event fees. NCHC also offers on a rolling basis that may offset a portion of the registration fee for Partners in the Parks projects. Some regional councils and individual campus networks also may provide supplemental funding. Experience the adventure of NCHC Partners in the Parks this year in some of America's great landmarks!
 
 
Does all that sound good to you?

Looking for a Summer Job? Check Out Camp War Eagle!

Camp War Eagle is coming to WSU! Camp War Eagle is a  Christian sports and adventure camp for kids. Located on Beaver Lake in Rogers, Arkansas, Camp War Eagle serves 6,000 kids per summer, ages 7-17, focusing primarily on those who are underserved (all from Northwest Arkansas). Recruiters will be the Rhatigan Student Center the week of March 1st and here until March 3rd. Camp War Eagle is currently hiring for 13 different positions, where staff would work six to twelve weeks out of the summer with food and board provided. There are many activities at camp like rock climbing, archer, wakeboarding, horseback riding, art activities, life-guarding, sports programs and much more! Some of these opportunities also count as internship credits for certain majors!

Interested in learning more? Meet recruiters at their table in the Rhatigan Student Center, March 1st - 3rd or sign up for a non-committal interview at

For more information, contact Hannah Patterson at hannah.patterson@campwareagle.org

News & Information

Honors Baccalaureate Graduates

If you are graduating with an HB degree 鈥� congratulations! 鈥� and visit the Honors Baccalaureate page for information about thesis submission and other tips. To schedule an advising appointment with Dr. Engber, .

Honors Faculty Townhall Meeting

Please join the Cohen Honors College for the Honors Faculty Townhall Meeting.
Wednesday, February 22: 1:00-2:00pm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I do if there are no Honors courses in my major or an area that interests me?

  • You can request to turn a regular course into an honors course. Review the online honors option agreement form for suggestions, talk with your instructor, and turn in the form by the third week of classes. Remember that not all instructors will have time to design honors-level work for the course. Don鈥檛 be offended if your instructor says no.

How can I change my Cohen Honors College track?

  • You can add, remove, or change your honors track yourself in the Change of Major app in your MyWSU portal.

What do I do if I鈥檓 not able to take an honors course this year?

  • To maintain good standing in Honors, we ask you to keep a minimum overall GPA of 3.25 and complete at least  3 honors credits per Academic Year (Fall, Spring, Summer) or complete a 12-credit track. If you can鈥檛 take a course every year, email honors@wichita.edu and explain your plan to stay on track to complete requirements.

Can I request an exception to an Honors requirement?

  • Yes, we encourage you to design your honors education to challenge you and work with your major or professional goals. Complete the online petitions for exceptions form to request an exception to an Honors requirement.

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