HC IMPACT
I loved how we had the opportunity to serve and learn in many different organizations and ways because I got to see so many perspectives.
HC IMPACT is the opportunity to connect with and learn more about the community we live in. I came into it with an open mind and came out a completely changed person.
- Develop your MSU community
- Connect with local service organizations and make a difference
- Work closely with Honors College faculty, staff and classmates
- Earn 2 credits with a connected fall semester course
- Move onto campus early
HC IMPACT, the Honors College's service week (Sunday, August 18th-Saturday, August 24th), is open to 40 incoming HC members who will be introduced to a variety of different focus areas related to social inequity and inequality (such as, but not limited to, poverty, health, education, and environment) and do service with various community organizations in the Greater Lansing area. Each day will conclude with engaging reflective discussions to connect the day's materials and participation in social activities further introducing you to the MSU and East Lansing community.
The program will extend into the academic year with connection to an Honors freshman seminar course (UGS 101H) and an Honors English course (ENG 211H). The freshman seminar is a 2-credit course in the Fall semester focusing on topics covered during the summer program that provides the opportunity to continue the service experience with a community organization of your choice. The English class can serve as a Humanities (IAH) substitution or a Tier I Writing course, depending on what is needed.
The HC IMPACT Program will cost participants approximately $150, paid towards early overnight housing expenses and charged to the Fall semester bill. Scholarships may be available to help defray this cost.
HC IMPACT Mentor Eligibility
Applicants must be planning to enroll for classes at MSU at least through Fall 2019. Visit the mentor webpage for further details.
HC IMPACT Mentor Application
The application is available online as a Google form. To view the application prior to applying, please download the application packet. The Google application form should be filled out by January 4.
HC IMPACT Mentor Timeline
- November 15: Applications Open
- January 4: Applications Close and Resumes Due
- January 14-25: Interviews