Seventy Years of Joy
For 70 years, the Humanities Sequence has used discussions on literature, philosophy, art, history, religion and music to introduce Honors College students to the big ideas, questions and debates of the Western tradition. Photo by Logan Jackson. “Find the fun without sacrificing complexity.” Throughout her nearly 30 years as a professor in the Humanities Sequence,…
Making an Impact Through Giving
Susan Duncan recently met with the three Tarkow Teaching Fellows, who are named in honor or Ted and Marjorie Tarkow. The program is funded, in part, through an endowed gift given by Duncan. They were joined by Honors College Dean Catherine Rymph and Tarkow. Photo by Logan Jackson. Susan Duncan couldn’t help but smile as…
Senior Spotlight: Avery Rayle
The Discovery Fellows program allowed Avery Rayle to connect with research in a meaningful way. She has been incredibly involved in the Honors College throughout her time at MU and will serve as the December commencement speaker. Photo courtesy of Avery Rayle. As Avery Rayle was exploring plant sciences degree programs at colleges across the…
Senior Spotlight: Emma Morrow
Hailing from Ballwin, Missouri, Emma Morrow’s journey to Mizzou was a family tradition, following in the footsteps of her brother and father. Drawn by the exceptional Sinclair School of Nursing and the welcoming community on campus, Morrow quickly found her home at Mizzou. As a nursing major with minors in Spanish and leadership and public…
Senior Spotlight: Sam Peterson
Though initially beginning his college journey at the University of Notre Dame, Sam Peterson soon realized the University of Missouri was where he truly belonged. As a Stamps Scholar, the dual major in economics and history has made the most of his time at Mizzou, embracing academic freedom and transformative experiences in the Honors College…
Senior Spotlight: Anna Kochman
As a Kansas City native, Anna Kochman chose the University of Missouri for its renowned journalism program, vibrant SEC marching band and proximity to home. A National Merit Scholar and member of the Honors College, Kochman was drawn to Mizzou for its challenging academic environment and affordability, allowing her to graduate debt free. Initially pursuing…
A Unique Intersection – Italian Poetry and Quantum Physics
Carla Cornette, an associate teaching professor of Italian, and Mike Schneider, an assistant professor in the Department of Philosophy, are combining their expertise to offer Honors students an exciting course focused on Italian poetry and quantum physics. Photo by Sophia Anderson. This semester, the Honors College is offering a new course studying the intersection of…
Opening a Door for Deeper Discussions
The Extended One Read course allows incoming Honors College students the opportunity to dive deeper into the selected One Read book. Through the Tarkow Teaching Fellows program, more students have the opportunity to take part in the meaningful discussions that class offers. Photo by Logan Jackson. The Honors College seeks applications from University of Missouri…
An Exciting Addition
The upcoming Kinder-RAI Oxford Summer Scholars study abroad program is a product of a unique partnership with the Rothermere American Institute (RAI) at the University of Oxford. Kinder has built a great relationship with Oxford over the years and many students, like the ones pictured above, have been able to gain valuable insight overseas. This…
The Perfect Place to Grow
Jacob Hicks, a freshman plant sciences major, is looking forward to the undergraduate research opportunities offered by the University of Missouri. Photo courtesy of Jacob Hicks. Growing up in St. Louis, Jacob Hicks said the University of Missouri was always on his radar as a great option to continue his education. When Hicks made an…