James Millikin Honors Scholars

James Millikin Honors Scholars Commit to lifelong learning, collaboration and creativity as a James Millikin Honors Scholar.

James Millikin Honors Program

Honors Curriculum

The James Millikin Honors Scholars (JMHS) Program at Millikin University is a diverse,

education program, follow your passion and take

What sets the James Millikin Honors Scholars curriculum apart? You choose your educational path. Instead of being told which courses to take in the traditional general

interdisciplinary program that fosters a collaborative environment where scholarship and creativity converge. As an Honors student, you can enrich your academic career through exclusive Honors courses and independent study projects, all while fulfilling your University Studies requirements. By having Honors Scholar on your résumé, you’ll show future employers that you’re committed to lifelong learning and ready to go the extra mile.

advantage of unique academic opportunities as a James Millikin Honors Scholar.

Choose your own courses.

While you are required to take a certain number of credit hours, you get to choose which classes you take. Explore the topics that are meaningful to you and your future career.

Choose from a diverse slate of honors courses every semester. Recent examples:

Requirements & Acceptance After admission to Millikin as a full-time student, the Honors Program invites students who display exemplary academic achievement to apply for the program. If you are not automatically invited to apply based on the criteria below, you may petition the Honors director to be invited based on

» Philosophy Through The Black Mirror » Comic Books From Page to Screen » Video Games and Digital Literature » 3D Printing » The Data of Our Lives

other worthy credentials.

Lead your classes.

To qualify:

27 1260 3.5

To stay enrolled:

or higher ACT

or

3.3/4.0 29 10

or higher cumulative GPA

and

or higher SAT

and

or higher unweighted GPA or by special invite

Honors courses are student-driven. Engage and interact with your courses alongside fellow Honors Scholars in courses taught by passionate, knowledgeable faculty.

» Pick a role to play in history. » Analyze data that shapes your everyday life. » Explore the complex relationship between science and global policy.

Service hours per semester

Take fewer required credit hours.

29

vs.

Total credits (Honors)

37+

Total credits (Traditional)

» Engaging and unique courses exclusively for James Millikin Honors Scholars.

» Early registration for courses » A focused Honors curriculum in lieu of standard University Studies requirements

» Student-driven courses taught by Honors faculty

» Independent study projects » Service and outreach initiatives » 24-hour access to the Honors Student lounge

» Housing in the Honors LivingLearning Community

Total Honors credits

and

Program Benefits

Independently explore your interests.

The Honors curriculum culminates in a capstone project born out of each student's individual passion. You'll work closely with a faculty member to complete an important and meaningful creative, scholarly or service-learning project.

Capstone Examples

» Environmental Impact of Millikin Residential Operations » Racial Disparities in the Healthcare System » The Torrence Park Revitalization Project » Shakespeare Corrected Theatre Program » Creating a Culturally Diverse Classroom Library » Performing Twitter Sentiment Analysis

» Enroll in 21 credit hours per

semester at the standard full-time tuition rate

More Information Dr. Michael Hartstock, Program Director mhartstock@millikin.edu 217.424.6276

@millikin_honors

Hear from our scholars

Isabella Voss ‘22 Management Information Systems, BS

“

The Honors Program

provides the opportunity to

step out of your comfort zone completely. I am constantly

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Jarius Ingram ‘23 Biology, BS Thanks in large part to my brilliant peers, the personal professors, and the intriguing courses, the Honors program

“

Hannah Magy ‘23 Musical Theatre, BFA The honors program focuses on building a community of strong individuals. I have always felt seen and

challenged, intrigued, and

has continually cultivated

appreciated for who I am in

inspired by each and every

the inquisitive and

each class that I take.

topic we cover.

compassionate aspect of

”

”

my character.

Millikin University Honors Program Dr. Michael Hartsock, Program Director mhartsock@millikin.edu | 217.424.6276