HC IMPACT serves as a primer for the college experience — allowing incoming first-year students to explore on- and off-campus opportunities while also addressing and acting on equity issues in the community. This year, the annual week-long program hosted by the Honors College invited 44 incoming first-year students to move in early, find their place, and […]
To the Class of 2026, Welcome to Michigan State University! As you embark on this new journey, we encourage you to pause here at the beginning to consider how you will bring your whole selves to the story you will create at MSU. We welcome you as you are — in all the unique and […]
During the transition from high school to college, students strive to find a good balance, all while adjusting to a whole new home. The Honors College recently implemented the Accelerating Connections & Excellence (ACE) Summer Program to help first-year students ease into college life. The program – in its first year – welcomes incoming students who are […]
During the 2021-22 academic year, Michigan State University was named a top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars, making it the only research institution in the U.S. to achieve this status for the last eight years. During the 2020-21 year, MSU was one of 17 institutions to receive recognition as a top producer of both students and scholars. This year, […]
The application process for medical school can be long, stressful, and time-consuming — especially amidst a global pandemic. But a current D.O. candidate at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine has made the best of it throughout his time at MSU. Austin Benedict graduated from the Honors College in May 2020 with a […]
Laura McKenzie is not one to shy away from new opportunities. As a past linguist, current artist, and digital nomad holding three degrees and certificates, she’s always looking for her next chance to experience something new. McKenzie is passionate about traveling and has spent a good portion of her life exploring different cultures. “I’ve never […]
Fifteen extracurriculars, five internships, two awards and four years later, Simone Nagi graduated from Eli Broad College of Business with high honors, a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management and a minor in entrepreneurship and innovation. Ever since her first job at Michigan State University, Nagi knew she wanted to mentor her peers in some […]
EAST LANSING – Every year, Michigan State University offers Alumni and University Distinguished Scholarships to some of the top incoming first-year students. This year, twenty-one future Honors College students have been awarded scholarships to cover full tuition, room and board, and a stipend for up to eight semesters of undergraduate study. The newest Alumni Distinguished […]
On April 5, the Honors College held its Giving Back Awards, in which students were recognized for involvement in a local, national, or international community project or organization or a special Covid-19 responsive service. Through the Giving Back Awards, the honors students were encouraged to reflect on and share their experiences working in their communities. […]
The Honors College is excited to announce March’s Faculty and Students of the Month! We will be recognizing nominated students and faculty members for their dedication to the Spartan community. In addition, the HC will feature students and faculty embracing our values including inclusion, critical thought, collaboration and integrity. During the month of March, Natalie […]
