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The Governors State University Honors College provides academic excellence while serving the dual purpose of providing an enriched curriculum.

06/02/2026

Congratulations to Angela "Angie" Lage, recipient of the 2026 Jonathan Cruz Student Council Excellence Award!

Chosen by the Honors College Student Council, this award recognizes individuals whose service helps strengthen and advance the Honors community.

As a Graduate Assistant in the Honors College, Angie has been a dedicated partner to Student Council leaders, helping support events, promote initiatives, and turn ideas into reality. She is also known for her willingness to support fellow students and colleagues, always stepping in where help is needed.

Her dedication, leadership, and commitment to serving others have made a great difference throughout the Honors College community.

Congratulations, Angie! We are grateful for all that you do!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

We recognize the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of those who served, and we extend our gratitude to the families and communities who carry their legacy forward.

Wishing the GovState community a safe Memorial Day!

05/18/2026

A new semester is underway at GovState!

As summer classes begin, the Honors College encourages students to make the most of the opportunities this semester may bring, both inside and outside of the classroom.

Wishing all Honors students a focused, successful, and fulfilling summer semester!

05/14/2026

Congratulations to all GovState Honors students graduating this semester!

As Commencement approaches this Saturday, May 16, we are proud to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of our graduating students.

Thank you for the impact you have made within the Honors College community!

We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026!

05/07/2026

It’s an exciting time for the Honors College community!

Tomorrow, we will gather for the Honors College Banquet to celebrate our students' accomplishments and recognize the faculty and staff who support them.

We are also proud of our Honors College Class of 2026 and look forward to celebrating them at Commencement on Saturday, May 16th.

We’re proud of you!

05/04/2026

Finals week is here!

We want to wish all Honors College students the best of luck on exams, projects, and presentations. This is a busy time, so don’t forget to take care of yourself along the way.

You’ve worked hard all semester, finish strong!

04/30/2026

Honors Spotlight: Angelika Babicz

Angelika is an English Literature major with minors in Marketing and the Honors College, and a member of the Dual Degree Program. During her time at GovState, she has been actively involved across campus, working with Marketing and Communications and serving as the Founding Member and Vice President of Reading Jaguars, the university’s book club.

Her passion for literature has guided her journey, and one of her proudest accomplishments is being published in Reconstructed, GovState’s Art and Literary Journal.

After graduation, Angelika plans to pursue a career in the publishing industry.

Her advice to fellow students: "Get involved and take advantage of what’s around you. GovState offers more than people may realize, especially when it comes to building connections and experiencing different experiences."

04/27/2026

Looking back at past Honors College Banquets as we get ready for this year’s celebration.

While we celebrate our students and all they’ve accomplished, the banquet is also a moment to recognize the faculty and staff who support them every step of the way.

It’s always a meaningful evening for our entire Honors community. We’re looking forward to gathering again soon!

04/23/2026

We are proud to recognize the Governors State University students who represented GovState at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR).

This year’s 14 presentations reflect the work behind each project. From developing ideas to bringing them to a national stage.

Congratulations to all who participated. We celebrate your achievements!

04/20/2026

Honors College Student Spotlight!
We are excited to recognize Victoria Gómez, an Honors College student majoring in English with minors in Ethics and Creative Writing.

Victoria will graduate in May 2026 and has been accepted to Emerson College, where she will pursue her MFA in Creative Writing (Poetry) through a fully funded three-year fellowship.

She was drawn to Emerson’s incarcerated writers’ workshop, which reflects her passion for working with diverse communities and her goal of becoming a writing program director.

Victoria credits her success to the support of the English faculty, the Dual Degree Program, her involvement in student organizations, MarCom, and the Honors College.

Her advice to other students:
“I would encourage Honors students to apply for opportunities even if they don’t feel 100% ready. I promise, no one ever is.”

Join us in celebrating Victoria and her incredible accomplishments!

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1 University Parkway
University Park, IL
60484

Website

http://www.govst.edu/honors

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