From: Megan Hull Date: August 24 Subject: This Week in Honors: Leadership and Service Week!
Leadership & Service Week
Greetings, Scholars!
You're an honors scholar for a reason. Well, for two reasons: because you've worked hard and earned it but also because we know what else you're capable of.
Being an honors scholar isn't just about what you achieve. It's about what you choose to do with your talents, your curiosity and your time. Leadership isn't simply a title to add to a résumé and service isn't a box to check. They're opportunities to show up, contribute, learn from others and leave your corner of the world a little better than you found it.
That's why we've put together a week of events and activities to help you discover meaningful ways to get involved at the U of A and to start thinking about what leadership and service might look like for you.
Avolemus!
Did you know? The Honors College partners with the Jane B. Gearhart Full Circle Food Pantry to host a mini pantry in Gearhart Hall. If you enter the Honors College from the courtyard, the food pantry cabinet is immediately to your right. Full Circle Minis operate on a "take what you need, leave what you can" basis. If you're hungry, you're welcome to utilize this resource.
Earn a GREAT Start Badge in HogSync! You can earn this exclusive badge and prove you're off to a GREAT start in your Honors College experience by engaging in Honors College programming utilizing the Futures Hub's G.R.E.A.T. framework (Global Experiences, Research, Engagement, Academics, and Trajectory). All that's required is that you check in on HogSync at Honors College events in each of the GREAT areas and create a meaningful written reflection. BONUS: Upon completion of the virtual badge, students can earn some real-life honors swag!
Want to be an Honors College Ambassador? Apply now to be a member of the '26-'27 Honors College Ambassador Program and build community in Honors through service! Application is due on Sunday, August 30. Learn more about the program and find the applications here.
Are you the first in your family to go to college? You are not alone! The First-Generation Mentoring Program, sponsored by the Honors College, was developed to help first-generation freshman and sophomore students navigate life on campus by pairing them with caring faculty. Learn more about the First-Generation Mentoring Program and apply here.
