Honors Program
Program Information
Director: Matt Nickerson
LIB 303F~(435) 586-1955
nickerson@suu.edu
Program Specialist: Jayci Bash
LIB 304~(435) 865-8451
jaycibash@suu.edu
Honors Office: LIB 304 ~ (435) 865-8451
Website: http://www.suu.edu/honors/
Mission
The Honors Program provides enrichment opportunities for exceptionally talented, creative and academically committed students in a friendly, informal, and inter-disciplinary undergraduate experience. The program connects students with SUU’s best faculty through small classes and participation in out-of-class activities.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students learn in a collaborative environment where their ideas and research carry respect. As a community of scholars, students and faculty work enthusiastically to achieve the following objectives:
- Understand complex issues from diverse perspectives;
- Process similarities and differences of how scholars in science, fine arts, humanities, or social science see their world;
- Develop skills in self-expression, critical thinking, information gathering and problem solving;
- Write analytical or scientific papers of substantial length and depth;
- Volunteer for service projects both on campus and in the community; and
- Provide a competitive advantage for students desiring to pursue graduate education.
Additionally, honor students attend colloquia - featuring artists, academic leaders, innovators and political figures. They participate in roundtable discussions and social events with faculty and other honor students. Requirements
The Honors Program is open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students must complete an application, write a two page essay on a topic of their choice, and have at least a 3.5 grade point average and a 26 ACT score to be considered for acceptance to the Honors Program. Registration for an honors course requires either admittance to the Honors Program or permission of the honors director or the instructor of the course. Students may take more than one honors course each semester. All classes will have a limit of 25 students.
Contact the Honors Office (LIB 304 ~ 435- 865-8451) to speak to the honors program specialist or the honors director for approval to register for honors courses. You may also contact the Honors Office by email: honors@suu.edu, or by US Post: Southern Utah University Honors Program, 351 W University Blvd, Cedar City, UT 84720.
University Honors is not a major or a minor but includes classes that students take when completing requirements for general education, for a major, for a minor or as electives.
Graduation with University Honors
Students can graduate with University Honors if they complete 21 credits in Honors-designated courses and complete an Honors Thesis (HONR 4970 and HONR 4971 ) or an Honors Experiential Education Project (EDGE). Students must also maintain an overall 3.5 Cumulative GPA.
Contact the Honors Office for admission forms or for a list of additional honors classes for 2014-2015. Pre-Health Science Professions
Our programs provide the curriculum, support and guidance to ensure that students interested in Pre-Health Science careers are well positioned for acceptance into their chosen post-baccalaureate healthcare programs. Many of our students have gained admission to top schools by completing the required pre-requisites while pursuing their chosen undergraduate degrees at SUU. The Walter Maxwell Gibson College of Science and Engineering academic and faculty advisors work closely with students to chart the ideal academic program for their success.
Pre-Law Professions
Athletics
Director of Athletics: Ken Beazer
Associate Director for Business Operations: Kyle Hosler
Associate Director for Compliance: Todd Brown
Associate Director for Media Relations: Neil Gardner
Associate Director for Sports Medicine: Ricky Mendini
Senior Women’s Administrator: Marlene Barth
EC 106 ~ (435) 865-8698
Website: http://suutbirds.com
Staff
Teshia Williams, Ed Lamb, Demario Warren, Steve Clark, Justin Ena, Ryan Hunt, Teag Whiting, Justin Walterscheid, Richard Church, Scott Bauman, Kari Louthan, Jeff Hunt, Kit Janes, Kyle Cottam, Kyle Newhouse, Nick Robinson, Jared Barrett, Todd Okeson, Drew Allen, Adam Farsi, Kyle Magnusson, Marc Benjamin, Zac Wilson, Angela Rodriguez, Suzie Rowley, Dan Bennion, Jake Hutton, Lenny Lee, Eric Houle, Kelly Willie, Nathan Ott, Debby Baker, Adam Longmore, Jon Baker, JR Payne, Toriano Towns, Jill Mahoney
Mission Statement
Southern Utah University’s Athletic Department is dedicated to providing quality programs that assist in complimenting and fulfilling the University’s educational objectives and mission.
The athletic program adheres to the policies and procedures of the NCAA and the rules of any conference, league or association of which it is a member.
The Athletic Department is committed to excellence in academics as well as athletics and focuses on fielding competitive teams at the Division 1 level. Participation in intercollegiate athletics is an integral part of the student’s overall educational experience.
The University strives to reach the highest possible graduation rate for all of its student-athletes while focusing on their social, cultural and intellectual development.
The Athletic Department recognizes the importance of equity in all of its programs and promotes diversity in both student athletes and staff. Student-athletes, coaches and all others associated with intercollegiate athletics are expected to embrace the principles of sportsmanship and ethical conduct.
The intercollegiate program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the sports of men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, women’s tennis, women’s softball, men’s and women’s golf, baseball, women’s gymnastics, and men’s and women’s indoor and outdoor track and field, women’s soccer, and I-AA football.
Physical Education/Intercollegiate Athletics Courses
Participation in fitness courses and intercollegiate athletics is encouraged for all eligible students. Fitness courses are available to all students. However, to compete in intercollegiate athletics, a student must enroll in the appropriate physical education courses, have a medical examination, and obtain permission of the instructor. Further, a student must be declared eligible under NCAA and conference rules. Some courses may be repeated for credit.
Focus Weeks
Department of History, Sociology & Anthropology
CN 225 ~ (435) 586-7860
Academic enrichment programming with a multicultural emphasis is offered for HIST 2000/HIST 3000 level credit. Course work is based on lectures, workshops, book and film discussions and panel discussions relative to the issue of ethnic minorities, and in conjunction with African-American focus (HIST 2922 /HIST 3922 ), Native American focus (HIST 2923 /HIST 3923 ), as well as other cultural awareness programs through International Week (HIST 2921 /HIST 3921 ).
International Week
Coordinator: Dr. Michelle Orihel
Department of History, Sociology & Anthropology
CN 225 ~ (435) 586-7860
Spring semester of each year an International Studies Focus Week delivers to campus a variety of speakers, films and discussion groups designed to provide an orientation to and awareness of international issues and cultural diversity. Various guest faculty and campus faculty are involved in creating annual programming as well as in lecturing and leading discussions during International Week. HIST 2921 /HIST 3921 one hour credit is offered.
Black History Month
Coordinator: Dr. Earl Mulderink
Department of History, Sociology & Anthropology
CN 225 ~ (435) 586-7860
http://suu.edu/hss/hsa/
Every February Southern Utah University joins in national celebrations of “Black History Month.” A different theme is selected each year as the campus hosts a variety of speakers, films, and activities that explore varied aspects of the African-American experience. Guest speakers, faculty, staff, and students together create an array of learning opportunities that are open to the public. In addition, one credit hour is available through HIST 2922 /HIST 3922 .
Native American Week
Coordinator: Dr. Emily Dean
Department of History, Sociology & Anthropology
CN 225 ~ (435) 586-7860
Fall semester of each year a Native American Focus Week offers the campus a variety of speakers, films and discussion groups designed to provide an orientation to and awareness of Native American issues and cultural diversity. Various guest faculty and reservation speakers are involved in creating annual programming as well as films and discussions during Native American Week, which changes themes every year. HIST 2923 /HIST 3923 credit for one hour is offered. |