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This Week in Honors...

Megan Hull - Sunday, April 21, 2024
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This Week in Honors

A round of a-paws, please! We are taking this week to celebrate our furry friends with our "Best in Show" pet extravaganza at this week's Recess. All on campus and in the community are invited to attend. Attendees planning to bring a dog must register to attend the event. 

Proud dog parents can enter their pup for our photo contest to win bragging rights and the title of "Cutest Pet" by filling out the registration form.

NEWS FROM THE FUTURES HUB

Congratulations to our 2023 Honors Graduates! To celebrate, we want to feature you on our Honors College digital media. Fill out the graduation form, and lights, camera… BRAVO, your photo and accomplishments will be shared across campus.  

Join the Honors College for "Best in Show" as we celebrate our furry friends 🐶 with popsicles and dog treats on Thursday, April 25 from 3-4PM in the Gearhart Courtyard. All on campus and in the community are invited to attend. Attendees planning to bring a dog must register to attend the event. More details found here. 

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Pre-Med Basics

Monday, April 22
12 - 12:30 PM
GEAR 129
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Have questions about Pre-Med requirements, or want to make sure that you’re on track for medical school? Jonathan Langley will discuss course timelines, planning for the MCAT, and more.
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Preparing to Apply to Health Professions Schools

Monday, April 22
4 - 4:30 PM
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Planning to apply to a health professions school, such as medical, pharmacy, or dental school this year? Come learn about steps to take before starting your application. Jonathan Langley will discuss timelines for applying, securing letters of recommendation, and more.
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Planning and Mapping Your Major(s)

Wednesday, April 24
11 - 11:30 AM
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This 30-minute workshop with Jonathan Langley is an introduction to the tools you need to plan your academic career in honors at the U of A, whether you are planning one or multiple majors. Meets Honors Fellow planning and mapping requirement.
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Getting Started on Your Health Professions Personal Statement

Wednesday, April 24
12 - 12:30 PM
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Planning to apply to a health professions school, such as medical, pharmacy, or dental school this year? Jonathan Langley will discuss how to begin writing a personal statement for your application.
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MC at the Honors Lounge

Wednesday, April 24
12 - 4 PM
GEAR 130
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Join the Multicultural Center for an afternoon of games, snacks, and coffee! All are welcome.
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Planning Next Year's Study Abroad

Wednesday, April 24
1 - 1:30 PM
GEAR 243
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You know you want to study abroad next year – but what comes next? This session will cover the timeline of choosing and applying for a program, applying for funding, and more!
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Honors College Pulse: Bridge

Wednesday, April 24
3:30 - 5 PM
GEAR 258
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On the morning of March 26th, the Dali cargo ship lost power and rammed into a support pier on Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. The collision caused one of the bridge’s spans to break and fall into the water, killing six construction workers on the bridge at the time. The wreck has also blocked one the busiest shipping lanes in the United States. The Honors College will present a panel of faculty with expertise on engineering, labor history and supply chain to discuss the impact of the accident from 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 24th, in GEAR 258.

Faculty who will provide context and lead a question-and-answer session include:
Michael Pierce, Labor History, University of Arkansas; Gary Prinze, Civil Engineering, University of Arkansas; Marc Scott, Supply Chain Management, University of Arkansas
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Hub@Hotz

Thursday, April 25
9 - 10 AM
Hotz Lobby
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Futures Hub staff are coming to Hotz Hall! We’ll be set up across from the music room on Thursdays from 9 – 10 am. Stop by to chat, ask questions or grab coffee and a snack.
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Recess: Best in Show

Thursday, April 25
3 - 4 PM
Gearhart Courtyard
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Come witness the best canines the Honors College has to offer. All are welcome, but you must register your dog in advance if you plan to bring them!
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Preparing for Your Health Professions School Interview

Friday, April 26
1 - 1:30 PM
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Planning to apply to a health professions school, such as medical, pharmacy, or dental school this year? Jonathan Langley will discuss strategies to approach interviewing at a health professions school.
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AROUND CAMPUS

Are you an avid biker? Check out the Office of Sustainability’s upcoming bike related events! More information can be found here. 

Are you interested in the development of healthcare technologies? The Biomedical Innovations for Global Impact Fall 2024 course may be for you! This course offers students from STEM and Business disciplines the opportunity to work with a network of students, faculty, community partners and mentors located in Bangalore, India; Panama City, Panama and in Northwest Arkansas to develop science-based solutions to healthcare or sanitation challenges. The course will introduce students not only to pressing sanitation or healthcare issues but also to the socioeconomic context and decision making process that goes into the successful translation of technologies from idea to bedside. More information can be found here. 

If you are a woman or identify as a woman who has experienced a stressful event, you may be eligible to earn up to 8 Sona credits or $50 in Amazon gift cards! You must be available between 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. More information and the link to see if you’re eligible can be found here.

Looking for research opportunities? The Learn Lab is actively seeking undergraduate students passionate about research. For more information, the lab’s website can be found here, and the application can be found here. For questions please contact pwmcclai@uark.edu.

Honors Lounge Closures

During the week of April 22nd, the Honors Lounge (GEAR 130) will be closed for a few events. For the dates and times, please see below:

Monday 04/22/24 3 pm to 4 pm
Thursday 04/25/24 11 am to 2:30 pm and 5 to 6:30 pm
Friday 04/26/24 1 pm to 5 pm