Honors stories
Our community does some amazing things. On this page, you'll find news and features that take a close look at the developments and accomplishments of our program and the people tied to it.
Featured stories
Pamela McElwee’s 30-year mission to save the planet
An alumna of the University Honors Program, McElwee began formally studying climate change as an undergraduate student before it was a front-page story.
Interdisciplinary emphasis in honors program helps students stay ahead in volatile world
The honors program at KU is a university-wide program with participation from students and faculty across disciplines and schools, which helps to foster interdisciplinary connections.
Honors seminar explores identity and community through performing arts
Among the dozens of first-year Honors seminars offered this fall includes one involving a partnership with the Lied Center for the Performing Arts and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
University Scholars look at recent events with a science-and-literature lens
The 2021 course titled “Marginalized Bodies & ‘Medicine’ in Literature,” was taught by Dr. Giselle Anatol. Dr. Anatol is a professor and Interim Director of Graduate Studies in the English Department.