Sara Kesler, External Programs
Top Row (Left to Right): Brad Allison, Ashton Russell, Garrett Wade, Sam Struhsaker, Vaughn Burgess, Ben McNair, Caleb Kuhne, Luke Haigh • Bottom Row (L to R): Dr. Adam Jones, Dr. Ed Graham, Alina Ramos-Ruiz, Annie Edmonston, Marite Felix-Cubero, Paula Maudos-Gumbau, Dr. Danny Soques
The Benefits of
Applied Learning
A
n important attribute of the Cameron School of Business is the opportunity it offers for applied learning. Applied
One significantly impactful applied
research thesis. One challenging aspect
learning experience available is the
for the students working to accomplish
pursuit of department-specific University
this accolade is maintaining motivation
Honors. The University Honors program
throughout the year, or more, that a
requires students to complete a robust,
student dedicates to it. To solve this,
challenging curriculum as well as
Dr. Adam Jones, Dr. Ethan Watson and
complete an honors research paper
Dr. Daniel Soques hosted a cohort of
within their discipline under faculty
students for coffee and bagels every
mentorship. Ultimately, the research
Friday morning to discuss their projects,
paper encourages students to leverage
establish a roadmap to completion and
their curiosity and creativity to pursue
have a little fun, too. These meetings
innovative solutions to complex issues.
are an invaluable experience for the
learning experiences provide context to the
Over the past year, Cameron’s Department
classroom, allowing students to understand
of Economics and Finance supported
how to behave in the professional sphere.
13 students in completing an honors
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participants because they offer the chance to articulate complex arguments, learn to behave, organize an effective meeting and develop connections with professors.