University of Utah Honors College

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The Honors College promotes an enriched academic environment for talented and highly motivated students. We foster values of social responsibility, inclusiveness and academic quality — in short, a community of excellence.

Think a 3-hour class sounds rough? HONOR 2903: People & Place, Past & Present is built around field experiences, discuss...
05/19/2026

Think a 3-hour class sounds rough?

HONOR 2903: People & Place, Past & Present is built around field experiences, discussions, community engagement, and learning outside the classroom.

Explore local ecosystems
Learn from community experts
Connect environmental and social perspectives
Get outside during class time

“This class has been one of my most eye-opening courses in college.”

Wednesdays • 3–6pm • Fall semester 2026
Honors Seminar and Life Sciences credit

*Search HONOR 3290 in the course catalog to enroll now!

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month was established through congressional action beginning in 1978...
05/01/2026

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month was established through congressional action beginning in 1978 and expanded to a month-long observance in 1992. It marks key moments in AAPI history, including early immigration and the contributions of Chinese laborers to the transcontinental railroad. The development of this observance shows how civic engagement and legislative processes influence national narratives and recognition. Reflecting critically on this history allows for a more grounded understanding of exclusion, resilience, and representation within U.S. history, aligning with the Honors College’s commitment to inquiry and inclusive learning.

Each year, the Honors College invites students to submit their artwork to serve as the cover art for the Honors College ...
04/29/2026

Each year, the Honors College invites students to submit their artwork to serve as the cover art for the Honors College Degree Recognition Celebration. This year, Honors has selected Nandhini Ramanathan’s piece Uncharted to reflect the character and outlook of this year’s graduates. Nandhini describes the figure’s place at the edge of a precipice: “The piece is meant to capture what it feels like to stand at the edge of something enormous, the way graduation does,” she said. “The idea behind it was that no matter how much we collaborate, how many teams we’re part of, or how many people support us along the way, self-discovery is ultimately something you do alone. Growth and change and real reflection start from within. The figure isn’t lost though, they’re present, they’re looking outward, and the world in front of them is enormous and full of possibility.”

https://www.honors.utah.edu/news/on-the-precipice-honors-selects-featured-artwork-for-graduation-ceremony/

Within Honors, students can study abroad through Integrated Minors. Each of the three programs—Ecology & Legacy (Costa R...
04/24/2026

Within Honors, students can study abroad through Integrated Minors. Each of the three programs—Ecology & Legacy (Costa Rica), Human Rights & Resources (East Asia), and Health (South Africa)—provide a masterful collection of courses focused on global understanding. With high scholarship coverage and reasonable program costs, Honors Integrated Minors are among the most affordable multi-week learning abroad programs offered at the U. Swipe through to learn more about funding your experience!

Applications for Honors Integrated Minors are open! To learn more or apply, click on the link below.

https://www.honors.utah.edu/integrated-minors/

Congrats on making it to Finals Week! To finish the week strong, remember to put your physical, emotional, and mental he...
04/23/2026

Congrats on making it to Finals Week! To finish the week strong, remember to put your physical, emotional, and mental health first. In the Honors College, we understand that academics can feel like everything—but your academics are only as good as the quality of your self-care.

Swipe to see tips for slowing down and maintaining balance this Finals Week. Good luck—you’ve got this!

Earth Day was first observed in 1970 as a nationwide response to growing environmental concerns, including pollution and...
04/22/2026

Earth Day was first observed in 1970 as a nationwide response to growing environmental concerns, including pollution and the 1969 Santa Barbara oil spill. Organized through widespread civic engagement, it led to the creation of the EPA and key environmental legislation. This history underscores the impact of sustained public action and the importance of critically examining how environmental awareness takes shape. Reflecting on Earth Day aligns with the Honors College’s commitment to learning, civic responsibility, and understanding the structural forces that shape environmental policy.

Join your fellow Honors students for this month’s Spanish Conversation Hour! Students will practice Spanish in a relaxed...
04/16/2026

Join your fellow Honors students for this month’s Spanish Conversation Hour! Students will practice Spanish in a relaxed, conversational environment. Food and games will be provided!

Six Honors students attend the March 2026 Oxford Consortium for Human Rights. The focus of the consortium was on human r...
04/15/2026

Six Honors students attend the March 2026 Oxford Consortium for Human Rights. The focus of the consortium was on human rights in climate emergency and war. The students in attendance include Avery Hewitson, Savannah Jordaan, Jack Lambert, Hailey Nam, Judy Ojewia, and Chloe Richards.

Join us at our Honors Student Showcase on April 15 in Kahlert Village from 4-7 pm. Experience oral readings, Integrated ...
04/14/2026

Join us at our Honors Student Showcase on April 15 in Kahlert Village from 4-7 pm.

Experience oral readings, Integrated Minor Panel, Praxis Lap presentations, Oxford sessions and a thesis advice panel.

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1975 Detrobriand Street, Bldg 619
Salt Lake City, UT
84113

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18015817383

Website

http://linktr.ee/UUHonors

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