Honors Program at the University of Nevada, Reno
The Honors Program Mission and Vision Statements
New Scholarship Opportunity for Honors Students Studying Abroad
Funded by USAC and the Honors Program, this new scholarship is open to UNR Honors students studying at a USAC Specialty program during the 2010-11 academic year. Eligible programs are Chile, China, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, England, France, Ireland, Germany, Ghana, USAC India, Italy, Mexico and Spain. Scholarships up to $1000 will be awarded each travel session. Applications are due as early as March 1 for students traveling this summer. More information can be found on the application. Please contact USAC for more information about the study abroad and scholarship opportunities available to all UNR students.
Spring 2010 Honors Program Events
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Wednesday, February 24th, 4 pm, FH 107
Great Presentations Series: Understanding the Mercury Biogeochemical Cycle, Dr. Mae Gustin, Foundation Professor of National Resources and Environmental Science -
Tuesday, March 2nd, 12:30pm – 1:30 pm, MS 321
Fellowship Fair I: Learn about national fellowship competitions -
Wednesday, March 10th, 4 pm, FH 107
Great Presentations Series: Combustion Kinetics: From Molecules to Soot, Dr. Kent Ervin, Professor of Chemistry -
Friday, April 2nd **Priority Registration**
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Wednesday, April 7th, 4 pm, FH 107
Great Presentations Series: Leonardo and Vesalius: Decoding the Anatomical Image in the Renaissance, Dr. Bruce Moran, Foundation Professor of History -
April 8th - 10th, Jackson Hole, WY
Western Regional Honors Conference -
April 13th - 14th, JCSU
UNR Undergraduate Research Conference -
Wednesday, April 21st, 12:30-1:30 pm, WRB 4050
Fellowship Fair II: Learn about national fellowship competitions -
Tuesday, May 4th, 3 pm, JCSU Ballroom C
Honors Convocation -
Wednesday, May 5th, 11:30am-1pm, Honors Program Office
Prep Day Food and Fun
The Honors Program is Still Accepting Applications For Fall 2010!
The Honors Program applications is February 1st for new, incoming freshmen. Although this initial deadline has passed, interested students are still encouraged to apply. Select the Admissions link to find out more about the application process and whether you are eligible to apply! If you are interested in living in the residence halls, you can learn more about the Honors Residential Scholars Community through the About the Program link.
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Best wishes in all your future endeavors!
Congratulations to Matt Polasko, a 2009 Goldwater Scholar!
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Awarded to outstanding college sophomores and juniors in the fields of mathematics, science, and engineering, the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship is the premier national award for undergraduates in these areas. Matt, a Biochemistry major and Honors student, is one of only 278 Goldwater Scholars for the 2009-2010 school year and the sole recipient of this award in the state of Nevada. Read more about Matt's accomplishments in Nevada News.
Honors students in the news:
Kulenkamp named University’s 2009 Herz Gold Medalist
Class of 2013 has highest academically performing students
Ashish Francis named 2009 Herz Gold Medalist
Senior Scholars 2009: Different paths, notable accomplishments
University named sponsor in National Merit Program
Honors students make a difference at Hug High School
