In an illustration of the innovative pedagogy in the new Honors Curriculum, Professor Santiago Echeverry had the students in his HON 255 Idea Lab create a recycled/upcycled fashion show after watching the move “The 5th Element.” He shared some photos of the resulting outfits.
Phycological Musings – Kevin Beach
UT Biology professor, Kevin Beach, recently gave a symposium reflecting on his research on seaweed. He detailed how important seaweed is for humans and the planet, noting that it is in many of the products we consume and is a major contributor of oxygen in the atmosphere.
National Collegiate Honors Conference, Fall 2022
The Honors Executive Council and directors recently returned from the National Collegiate Honors conference in Dallas, Texas. Students can attend NCHC and present their research in their field of study or can attend as part of the student advisory board. Honors pays for the transportation, lodging, meals, and, often, sightseeing! Attending an Honors conference is a great way to build your resume, practice your public speaking skills, and bring back ideas to improve the Honors Program. It’s never too early to start thinking about writing a proposal; check out the form here!