Immerse yourself. Shape your undergraduate education in ways you never thought possible.
Empower yourself with the skills and habits necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing and increasingly interdependent world.
As a Helen P. Denit honors scholar, you'll become a vital part of a University-wide community of thinkers, doers, strivers, motivators and leaders. You'll network. You'll be challenged and inspired—every day of the week.
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Global Field Study - Belize
Honors students enrolled in PSYC 455 - Nonverbal Communication traveled to Belize as part of a Global Field Study. Students were able to participate in a variety of exploratory educational opportunities including;
- Visit the Belize National Zoo
- See Caracol Mayan Ruins
- Explore Mayan cave, Actun Tunichil Muknal
- Take a boat and canoe tour
- Snorkel in Silk Caye
- Eat local food
- Meet new people and learn about a different culture
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Lexzander Ernst
History Major
"Actively participating in the Helen P. Denit Honors Program gives students an excellent opportunity to combine academic learning with real-world experiences. Within the honors program, students have numerous avenues to actively involve themselves in historical studies. The History Department offers several enhanced history courses, and there are many co-curricular events revolving around history throughout the year."
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Eden Essex
Simulation and Game Design - Technical Art Track Major
"Being in the honors program has given me so many opportunities that I never would have gotten anywhere else. I've traveled to other countries, learned more than I could've imagine, and met some amazing people along the way."
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Harpers Ferry Retreat
Denit students who attended to Harpers Ferry Retreat:
- Hiked the Appalachian Trail
- Visited Historic Harpers Ferry
- Tubed on the Shenandoah River
- Hung out by the campfire
- Met other Denit Students and formed friendships
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Nayla Paqui
B.S. in Business Administration with an Entrepreneurship Specialization
"On my recent visit to Mexico City with the global field study program, I learned so much about culture, diversity, values, business, business values, and history. In just one week I learned more about myself and business than I have in most of my college experience." - excerpt from Helen P. Denit Global Field Study Scholarship Essay