HC Announcements & Events
TODAY! HCSA Krispy Kreme Fundraiser
Join the HCSA in raising funds for the Linn Benton Food Share by purchasing Krispy Kreme Doughnuts! One doughnut is $2, and a dozen is $20. Order your doughnuts at this form, it will be open until March 7th at noon. Doughnut pickup will be on Monday, March 10th, from 12-5 p.m. on the first floor of the LInC.
NEW THIS WEEK! Midnight Breakfast
Join HCSA and RHA on Fri, Mar. 14 at 11 p.m. for Midnight Breakfast! This event will be hosted in Sackett E/H and F/G lounges, and the West Main Lounge. Open to all students, come enjoy pancakes with lots of delicious toppings.
NEW THIS WEEK! Redeem your Explorevallis passport!
Explorevallis was a campaign led by the Honors College and a passport-style program where students could connect with local businesses and communities in the area. Students who participated in the program can bring their stamped passport back to the HC office, in LInC 450, any time this week to be entered to win a prize for participating. Make sure to leave your name and OSU email on the packet so we can contact you. Thanks to those who participated and thanks for supporting small businesses!
Submit Creative Works to WSU Honors Publication, The Palouse Review
Have you ever wanted to submit your work to a literary arts journal? Now is your chance! The Palouse Review, an online Honors publication at Washington State University, is seeking Honors students who would like their work published in their upcoming editions. They publish a wide variety of original work by Honors students, including scholarship, creative writing, visual art, and music. The deadline for submissions is Mar. 23. Click here for additional details and to submit.
Submit Creative Works to the NCHC Journal of Undergraduate Research and Creativity Activity
UReCA: The NCHC Journal of Undergraduate Research and Creativity Activity welcomes your research and creative submissions before June 1. UReCA is sponsored by the National Collegiate Honors Council, and is currently managed, edited and produced by a team of twenty-nine undergraduate students from each of the NCHC regions and a variety of backgrounds and disciplines. Though diverse, we share a common goal: the production of a prestigious national journal, for students, by students. You may visit the journal here. Read more and submit here.
HC Advising
HC drop-in advising is available the middle of the day, the middle of the week. Have a quick question for an advisor? Come to LInC 450: Wednesdays from 11:30-1:30. You can also join via Zoom – linked in the HC Academic Advising Canvas course.
WEEKLY! HCSA Meeting
Come meet other students, volunteer, practice leadership, plan events or get involved with the Honors College! The Honors College Student Association holds general meetings every Monday from 5 to 6 p.m. in LInC 345. We’re always looking for new students to join the team! Come learn more about HCSA! All HC students are welcome to join.
HC Advising
HC drop-in advising is available the middle of the day, the middle of the week. Have a quick question for an advisor? Come to LInC 450: Wednesdays from 11:30-1:30. You can also join via Zoom – linked in the HC Academic Advising Canvas course.
WEEKLY! HCSA Meeting
Come meet other students, volunteer, practice leadership, plan events or get involved with the Honors College! The Honors College Student Association holds general meetings every Monday from 5 to 6 p.m. in LInC 345. We’re always looking for new students to join the team! Come learn more about HCSA! All HC students are welcome to join.
HC Study Groups
WEEKLY! HC Peer Study Sessions
Want some help with a variety of coursework topics? HC peer tutors can help! Check out study groups for writing, biology, math, physics, and chemistry and bring your HC friends! You do not need to be in the Honors sections to attend. Any questions about tutoring can be directed to Bailey Garvin (bailey.garvin@oregonstate.edu).
Writing Study Groups: Biology:
Mondays 6 – 7 p.m. in LInC 350 Mondays 1 – 2:30 p.m. in SLUG
Tuesdays 10 – 11 a.m. in SLUG Tuesdays 5 – 6:30 p.m. in LInC 360
Thursdays 12 – 1 p.m. in SLUG
Math: Physics:
Thursdays 9 – 10:30 a.m. in LInC 345 Mondays 1 – 2:30 p.m. in SLUG
Tuesdays 5 – 6:30 p.m. in LInC 360
Chemistry:
Mondays 11 – 12 p.m. on Zoom only
Tuesdays 6 – 7 p.m. on 3rd floor Lounge near LINC 343
Thursdays 1 – 2 p.m. in LInC 350
Study Abroad
THIS WEEK! Keep Calm and Carry On: The HC is Going to London!
Dates: August 17 – September 6, 2025
Application Deadline: Sat. Mar. 15, 2025
Earn 4 baccalaureate core credits and 2 colloquium credits while exploring London with OSU faculty. The 2025 Honors College London Experience offers classroom learning combined with excursions to iconic sites like the British Museum, Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey. More information: beav.es/GnA.
NEW THIS WEEK! Art and Culture in China
The Art and Culture in China Program is an immersive educational experience designed to deepen students’ understanding and appreciation of China’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. The program’s academic goals focus on exploring both historical and contemporary aspects of Chinese art, including painting, calligraphy, sculpture, and architecture, as well as traditional and modern cultural practices. The program lasts from June 18-29. Apply for the program by Sat, Mar. 15. You will earn 3 credits as Art 208 (Bacc Core- Cultural Diversity). Locations of the trip are Beijing, Datong, Xi’an. The program is led by Professor Lei Xue and
Daniele Di Lodovico. Contact Lei.xue@oregonstate.edu for any questions. View an Info Session recording from Dec. 5 found here.
Scholarship & Financial Aid Opportunities
THIS WEEK! Honors College Differential Tuition Scholarship Opens March 15th
The Honors College recognizes that paying the differential tuition associated with HC enrollment can present a significant challenge. The Honors College Differential Tuition Scholarship is designed to make sure that students who are fully engaged with their HC education are not forced to withdraw due to the cost of enrollment in the college. Supported by donations from the Honors College community, Differential Tuition Scholarships are for $750-$1,560 for one academic year. The application for 2025-2026 Differential Tuition Scholarships will open Sat, Mar. 15. The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. on Mon, Apr. 14. All students who wish to be considered for a 2025-2026 continuing student scholarship in the Honors College should apply to the Differential Tuition Scholarship through ScholarDollars. Only returning and continuing Honors College students who are making progress toward completion of Honors College degree requirements are eligible to receive a scholarship. View here for more information.
MACO Student Award applications now open
Marine and Coastal Opportunities (MACO) is pleased to announce the 2025 MACO Student Awards. These awards recognize and reward OSU undergraduate students who demonstrate outstanding scholarship and pursuits consistent with the transdisciplinary, collaborative, experiential learning and outreach vision and mission of MACO. To advance understanding of the complex social, cultural, historical, and economic nature of the marine environment, preference will be given to students studying these human dimensions of the coasts and ocean. Up to $500 per award, current OSU undergraduate students may apply for this scholarship. The application deadline is Mar. 31.
Honors College Emergency Grant
The Honors College Emergency Grant supports students facing unexpected expenses, including housing, meals, course materials, healthcare, vehicle repairs, and travel for family emergencies. Grants are up to $500 per term, with a limit of two grants during your time in the HC. Honors College differential tuition is not covered.
HC Experiential Learning Scholarship
The Honors College Experiential Learning Scholarship supports student engagement in the honors thesis (thesis proposal required), attendance at professional or academic conferences, payment of non-tuition fees associated with honors courses, or participation in an honors study abroad program. Applications are reviewed based on need, and the maximum award is $750. See here for additional information. Applications can be submitted through ScholarDollars and evaluated on a rolling basis.
Professional Development & Job Opportunities
THIS WEEK! Honors College Student App Developer Role
The Honors College is hiring two student app developers! Are you experienced in mobile or web development and interested in maintaining and improving the OSU Events app? Join our team! For more information and to apply, visit beav.es/GvN. Interested candidates should apply by Wed. Mar. 12 for full consideration.
THIS WEEK! NSF-DoD Summer 2025 Research Site at UCF: HYPER is Seeking Applicants
The University of Central Florida, in collaboration with the National Science Foundation and Department of Defense’s Research Experiences for Undergraduates (NSF-DOD REU) Sites program, is seeking students for summer 2025 to participate in the Advanced Technologies for Hypersonic, Propulsive, Energetic, and Reusable Platforms (HYPER) program. HYPER addresses challenges in aerospace travel and energy production, advancing the fundamental knowledge needed to overcome technical barriers limiting hypersonic flight. The 10-week program will be held this summer from May 18 – July 25, 2025. Participants will gain hands-on research training in challenges such as: utilizing advanced manufacturing techniques for high-value components, developing novel methods for improved internal cooling and heat transfer effectiveness, and mitigating flutter through advanced rotor dynamic control. Many of these challenges rely on approaches that cut across disciplines and research techniques. Each HYPER REU participant will receive a summer stipend of $6,000, on-campus housing, and a travel allowance to and from Orlando, Florida. Learn more about the program here. The application deadline for HYPER is Fri. Mar. 14 at 11:50 p.m. ET. Prospective participants may apply here. Please contact the organizers of the program, Drs. Ali P. Gordon and Jeffrey L. Kauffman (hyper@ucf.edu) for any questions about the HYPER REU program or the University of Central Florida.
HC Research Opportunities
Looking for research opportunities? Visit the bulletin board of positions posted by faculty covering a vast range of fields, sortable by college.
OSU Student Energy Analyst Position
Would you be interested in an on-campus job working with industry clients to reduce energy use and improve productivity, while applying what you are learning in your classes? The OSU Energy Efficiency Center (EEC) is looking for motivated student energy/technical analysts to work part-time during the school year (10-15 hrs/week) and during the summer (30-40 hrs/week). The OSU EEC offers comprehensive, student-led, on-site energy and productivity assessments to small and medium-sized manufacturers through a US Department of Energy funded program. Student teams advised by engineering faculty visit manufacturers and seek ways to increase their productivity and reduce energy use and waste. These engineering analyses and improvement recommendations are compiled into a report and delivered to the client. It is a great way to see many different industrial processes and learn about ways to save energy. Visit eec.oregonstate.edu more information about the OSU Energy Efficiency Center. Apply here.
University Legislative Scholars Applications Open
The University Legislative Scholars (ULS) program offers a year-long opportunity to engage with public policy at the state and federal levels. Students can join tuition-free or for two credits per term. Participants meet with legislators, learn about government careers, visit the State Capitol, and build connections with peers. Scholarships are available. All majors are encouraged to apply, with a focus on underrepresented and STEM students. Apply here. For questions, contact David Rothwell at David.Rothwell@oregonstate.edu.
ASA Content Tutors Needed
Academics for Student Athletes is hiring content tutors this fall! These paid on-campus positions offer flexible schedules and are a great way to use your classroom knowledge to help fellow students. Applicants must be sophomores with a 3.0 GPA or higher. All majors are encouraged to apply. Tutoring will be in-person during fall term. Apply here. For questions, contact Lacey Smyth at lacey.smyth@oregonstate.edu.
Campus-Wide Events & Opportunities
NEW! Ocean & Coast Resource Fair
Explore academic, experiential learning and career opportunities related to the ocean at this tabling event hosted by the Research and Learning Committee in the Oceans11 club. Connect with professionals from ocean-related fields on Thurs, Apr. 3 from 2–4 p.m. in the MU Horizon Room. Please contact Lexy Lambert at lambalex@oregonstate.edu with questions.
WEEKLY! International CommuniTea Hour Come to SEC 112 every Wednesday from 4-5:30 p.m. for a place of community for and with international students. Free coffee, tea, hot chocolate and snacks from around the world! Funded by ASOSU and Student Experinces and Enagement.
Truckin’ Tuesdays at the Memorial Union
Truckin’ Tuesday is community event hosted by the Memorial Union Activities Team focused on bringing different types of foods to campus through food trucks! Most Tuesday’s there will be a variety of trucks next to the MU Quad open to students, staff, and the public. This is a chance for people of all ages on the OSU campus to try new foods, support local businesses, and add a little bit of sparkle to their Tuesdays.
Students: Borrow your Textbooks for Free!
The Basic Needs Center (BNC) has a Textbook Lending Library open to all on-campus students that includes books, calculators, chemistry model sets, and more. Visit their Textbook Lending Program website to see resources available at the BNC. Visit the BNC in-person at Champinefu Lodge to check out course materials.
HC Resources
The Honors College main office in LInC 450 is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. HC staff is on hand during business hours to assist with questions, help with scheduling appointments or just chat and share some free candy. You can also get in touch with the main office by contacting honors.college@oregonstate.edu or by calling 541.737.6400.
Submit Nomination for Student Spotlight
The HC is currently accepting nominations for students to feature in our student spotlight series. If you know of a student who you think deserves recognition submit their name and the reason for the nomination here.
Honors College Advising Resources
From guiding you through the thesis process, to monitoring and supporting your honors degree progress, your honors academic advising team is here to help! As a reminder, though you are only required to meet with your Honors College academic advisor once per year, feel free to meet with your HC academic advisor whenever you have questions. Below, we’ll leave you with some tips and resources that should be helpful over the coming terms:
- You can schedule an appointment with your academic advisor through the Success Team Tab on Beaverhub
- Registration for winter term is right around the corner, here are some tips and tricks to help you prepare.
- You can also utilize our Honors College Academic Advising page for reminders on How to find Honors Courses.
- For general academic advising questions, please reach out to hcadvisor@oregonstate.edu
Honors College student learning space
The Honors College student learning space, the SLUG, opens Tuesday, September 24. Located in Learning Innovation Center 340, the SLUG offers students study spaces, snacks and free printing. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. For the first weeks, there will be minor renovations in the SLUG.
“Forgot Your Lunch?” Station Available in SLUG
The Honors College is back with a “Forgot Your Lunch?” station for you to have a snack or light lunch if you ever need it. Whether you need food because you forgot your lunch, are low on money or simply need a snack, please help yourself to this free resource. The resource is self-serve and can be accessed any time that the SLUG is open in the kitchen area.
The student computer lab and lounge (the SLUG) on the third floor of LInC 340 will be open:
- Monday-Thursday – 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Friday – 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday – noon to 6 p.m.
- Sunday – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
These resources are available throughout the term.
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