HP NEWS January 9, 2007 In this Issue: - Honors Program Dates and Deadlines - New Announcements -- Honors Program Dates and Deadlines Fri. Mar. 2: Honors Contracts Due Mon. Apr 16: Statement of Academic Interest due (4th Semester Students) Mon. Apr 16: Memorandum of Study due (6th semester students) Sun. Apr. 22: Honors Convocation (by invitation) -- New Announcements: Welcome Back! We hope you had an enjoyable and relaxing break and are anxious to begin the new semester. Honors Requirements: First and second year students: You must take at least 6 Honors hours this year, regardless of the number you took in the 2005-2006 academic year. Fourth semester students must complete a total of at least 15 Honors hours by the end of this semester. Third and fourth year students: You must take at least 3 Honors hours this year, regardless of the number you have completed so far. To graduate, you must complete at least 24 Honors hours including the UHON 189H, UHON 395H and your thesis. Your GPA must be a 3.5 or higher. Questions? Refer to complete information on the Honors website. Honors Classes available: UHON 198H, Section 005, call number 6955 Honors Thesis Workshop Dr. Partridge will offer the Honors Thesis Preparation Workshop on Mondays from 4:00-5:00 pm. Contact him at jpartridge1@unl.edu for more information. Seats are still available in Creativity: Arts and Sciences (UHON 198H, Sec. 003) and Reading for Re-Creation (UHON 198H, Sec. 004). Also in English 230H, Honors Shakespeare. Position Available: The Public Policy Center seeks two to three Undergraduate Research Assistants for approximately 8-12 hours a week. Both work study and non-work-study students are eligible to apply. Successful applicants tend to be highly motivated and accomplished students who fit with the Center’s commitment to excellence. Experience with one or more of the following helpful: Social sciences background, Dreamweaver or similar software, statistics/design, or information computer technology. Responsibilities include research, assisting with meeting coordination, general support for various projects and the office. More information is available on Dr. Lyons’ bulletin board. Contact Cyndi Woollam, Public Policy Center, 121 S. 13th St., Suite 303, Lincoln, NE 68588-0228, or 472-5678. LeaderShape: Be a part of the 2007 LeaderShape Nebraska Conference! LeaderShape is a six day, life-changing experience where you will enhance your leadership skills while creating friendships with diverse peers from UNL. This opportunity is FREE for students thanks to university and corporate sponsorship. The application deadline is, January 16th. Apply today at www.unl.edu/involved. Study Abroad Fair: Interested in learning about a fun and exciting way to earn credits outside of the United States? Look no further than the Study Abroad Fair that will be held Tuesday, January 30th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm inside the City Campus Union. Receive information about the many study abroad programs, scholarships and financial aid services surrounding study abroad. You can also register for a $250 scholarship! There has never been a better time to expand your horizons with study abroad. Mortar Board Applications Now Available Mortar Board and Mortar Board Notable applications are now available outside the main Honors Office, at Student Involvement (both campuses), the Culture Center and Hewit Center. Mortar Board is a national senior honor society committed to scholarship, leadership, and service which has been on UNL's campus since 1905. We are now seeking a new, diverse class of student leaders to carry on our traditions. To apply for membership, students must hold Junior standing (53 or more credit hours), carry at least a 3.3 GPA, and must be a student at least one year following initiation in the spring of 2007. To apply to be a Mortar Board Notable, a student must hold freshman, sophomore or senior status and demonstrate commitment to the ideals of scholarship, leadership and service. Applications are due in the Office of Student Judicial Affairs by 4 pm, Friday January 19. Questions? Check the website at http://www.unlmortarboard.com or email: Mbselections@gmail.com. Innocents Society Applications Now Available! The Innocents Society is the Chancellor's Senior Honorary at the University of Nebraska. Uniquely Nebraskan, The Innocents Society forms a link between the Chancellor, faculty, and the student body in addition to preserving significant University of Nebraska traditions. Membership selection is based upon superior academic achievement, unparallel leadership, and selfless service to the University and community. Juniors are eligible to apply for membership for the 103rd class of Innocents. Freshmen scholarships are available as well. Both are available online at www.unl.edu/innocent and at East and City Campus Student Involvement, the Honors Program office, all residence halls, the Culture Center, Hewit Center, and 106 Canfield. Applications are due by 3:00 pm on Friday, January 12th to 106 Canfield.