Characteristics of HNR Courses

The following characteristics are essential components that differentiate Honors courses from departmental courses:

interdisciplinary if an HNR prefix
utilizes seminar format
if General Education, takes advantage of smaller class size with some seminar-type format
normally not lecture-centered, but dialogic and interactive
normally writing intensive, but with a variety of types of writing assignments
uses innovative pedagogy and delivery; innovative assignments, both in traditional and creative forms
makes use of current technology, both in instruction and in student work
makes and encourages links to other courses and other disciplines
develops continuities between courses and toward senior projects, Honors Capstone presentations
encourages attendance and involvement at Honors events such as guest speakers, co-curricular activities, Honors Capstone presentations