From: Megan Hull
Date: February 26, 2024
Subject: This Week in Honors...



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This Week in Honors

Hey, Fastidious Honors Scholars! Psychologist, author and TEDx speaker Dr. Margaret Rutherford will lead a discussion with Honors College students on the mental health effects of perfectionism as part of the Pulse series today! Dr. Rutherford will discuss the consequences of this mindset for students and how you can break the silence to get support.

News from the Futures Hub

FALL 2024 HONORS COURSES: From the Gothic to the Geography of Star Trek, Taylor Swift (Arkansas’ Version) to Campaign 2024, the Honors College is proud to announce our Fall 2024 Honors College Courses. Head here for a complete overview of our next semester’s lineup. Note that some courses will require an application that will close on Sunday, March 10th at 11:59. Questions? Reach out to Megan Hull at mmh050@uark.edu

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Honors College Pulse: Perfectionism

Monday, February 26
5:00pm - 6:30pm
GEAR 130
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Psychologist, author and TEDx speaker Dr. Margaret Rutherford will lead a discussion with Honors College students on the mental health effects of perfectionism as part of the Pulse series. 

What consequences does this mindset have for students, and how can they break the silence to get support? As part of the Pulse discussion series, the Honors College will present “When Perfectionism Is Perfect (And When It's Far From Perfect)" featuring clinical psychologist, TEDx speaker, author and podcast host Dr. Margaret Rutherford from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26, in GEAR 130.

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Prelaw Dropin at Multicultural Center

Tuesday, February 27
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Multicultural Center
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Drop in and touch base with prelaw advisor Andrew Dowdle and Louise Hancox.

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Maximizing Your Research Experience

Wednesday, February 28
2:00pm - 2:30pm
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You've started research, and now you want to ensure you make the most of it! Join Dr. Hodge for this overview of research funding, publishing your research, and presenting your research at conferences.

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Research Grant Proposal Workshop

Wednesday, February 28
3:00pm - 3:30pm
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Join Dr. Hodge for an overview of the Honors College Research Grant 5-page research proposal, including what you should cover and how to organize your sections! 

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Honors College@MC

Wednesday, February 28
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Multicultural Center
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Futures Hub staff will be at the Multicultural Center! Stop by to chat, ask questions or grab a snack.

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Hub@Hotz

Thursday, February 29
9:00am - 10:00am
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: National Toast Day

Thursday, February 29
3:00pm - 4:00pm
GEAR 130
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Join us to celebrate National Toast Day with, you guessed it, toast!

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Trivia Night

Thursday, February 29
5:00pm - 6:15pm
GEAR 130
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Test your knowledge with the Honors College, have some pizza, and win gift cards for the top teams! RSVP encouraged but not required. Come with a team or as an individual (and we'll place you on a team!)

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Around Campus

The University of Arkansas Well-Being Committee across campus is trying to gain a better understanding of how UA students define the concept of "well-being". They have created a 10-15 minute survey to help collect data. The link to the survey can be found here.

Honors Lounge Closings This Week


2/26 Monday 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm. Join us for PULSE with Dr. Coon
2/28 Wednesday 3:30 pm - 8pm. 
2/29 Thursday 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm. Join us for TRIVIA NIGHT 
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