Honors Scholars complete a year-long project. Typically, planning for this project should begin during a Scholar's sophomore year, and the project should be presented to the College in a Scholar's senior year, either at a specially arranged time or at Discovery Day. The purpose of this project is to bring the educational goals of a liberal arts formation beyond the classroom, preparing the students for a future as an active participant in the life of the mind. The final project should be developed in conjunction with a faculty mentor and it should reflect the highest standards of undergraduate research in a given discipline. At an early stage, the project must be presented to and approved by the Honors Committee. After approval, the Scholar may use the $2,000 sti- pend provided by the Program for the project. In approving projects, the Honors Committee will give special consideration as to whether proposals would prepare Scholars for their professional goals following graduation. This is a rquired project for Honors students.

Honors Program Participation indicates that a student participated in the Honors Program for a given semester of their course of studies. Honors students must register for this course each semester that they are enrolled in the Honors Program. Students who attend an average of 75% of required Honors events receive a "pass" in this course; students who do not, receive a "no pass." Students must be in the Honors Program.

Honors Program Participation indicates that a student participated in the Honors Program for a given semester of their course of studies. Honors students must register for this course each semester that they are enrolled in the Honors Program. Students who attend an average of 75% of required Honors events receive a "pass" in this course; students who do not, receive a "no pass." Students must be in the Honors Program.

Honors Program Participation indicates that a student participated in the Honors Program for a given semester of their course of studies. Honors students must register for this course each semester that they are enrolled in the Honors Program. Students who attend an average of 75% of required Honors events receive a "pass" in this course; students who do not, receive a "no pass." Students must be in the Honors Program.

Honors Program Participation indicates that a student participated in the Honors Program for a given semester of their course of studies. Honors students must register for this course each semester that they are enrolled in the Honors Program. Students who attend an average of 75% of required Honors events receive a "pass" in this course; students who do not, receive a "no pass." Students must be in the Honors Program.

Honors Program Participation indicates that a student participated in the Honors Program for a given semester of their course of studies. Honors students must register for this course each semester that they are enrolled in the Honors Program. Students who attend an average of 75% of required Honors events receive a "pass" in this course; students who do not, receive a "no pass." Students must be in the Honors Program.

Honors Program Participation indicates that a student participated in the Honors Program for a given semester of their course of studies. Honors students must register for this course each semester that they are enrolled in the Honors Program. Students who attend an average of 75% of required Honors events receive a "pass" in this course; students who do not, receive a "no pass." Students must be in the Honors Program.

Honors Program Participation indicates that a student participated in the Honors Program for a given semester of their course of studies. Honors students must register for this course each semester that they are enrolled in the Honors Program. Students who attend an average of 75% of required Honors events receive a "pass" in this course; students who do not, receive a "no pass." Students must be in the Honors Program.

Honors Program Participation indicates that a student participated in the Honors Program for a given semester of their course of studies. Honors students must register for this course each semester that they are enrolled in the Honors Program. Students who attend an average of 75% of required Honors events receive a "pass" in this course; students who do not, receive a "no pass." Students must be in the Honors Program.

Honors Program Participation indicates that a student participated in the Honors Program for a given semester of their course of studies. Honors students must register for this course each semester that they are enrolled in the Honors Program. Students who attend an average of 75% of required Honors events receive a "pass" in this course; students who do not, receive a "no pass." Students must be in the Honors Program.

Honors Scholars are required to complete Honors English Research Seminar in place of English Composition. This course is an advanced expository writing course with a strong emphasis on research writing. Must be in the Honors Program to take this class. (C)

This course proposes a relationship between civilization and story in the West, starting with the philosophical foundation of aesthetics, its developments in the liberal arts tradition, and the ways in which major Western storytelling accomplishments have helped form, shape, and nurture civilization itself. The course focuses on exploring that relationship by means of a close reading of a selection of related yet varied texts by two major authors chosen by the professor (which may vary by semeester.) Must be in the Honors Program.

This course proposes a relationship between civilization and science in the West, beginning with the 'scientific revolutions' of the early modern period-Galileo and Copernicus-and continuing through the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries (Newton, Darwin) through the twentieth and twenty-first centuries (e.g., Heisenberg). Special attention is paid throughout the course to the development of the scientific method and to the structure of revolutions in scientific thought. The course proceeds by engaging in Socratic discussion of Great Books from the history of Western science. Must be in the Honors Program.

This course brings the Church's ancient faith into dialogue with the modern sciences, beholding them as distinct and mutually enriching paths to truth. The Magisterium has consistently emphasized that such a conversation facilitates a broader understanding in which religion and science are mutually purified and enabled to thrive. Toward this end, students will explore a variety of sources essential to engaging science in the light of faith. Periodic interdisciplinary guest lectures will introduce students to pressing issues in this domain, offering strategies for addressing them with a view to infusing contemporary culture with the richness of the Catholic tradition. Must be in the Honors Program.

This course proposes a relationship between civilization and art in the West, from the first emergence of the arts in pre-historic times through the origins of the West and towards contemporary time. It also explores how Western artists formed, shaped, and nurtured civilization itself, emphasizing the relationship between illusion and truth, principles of beauty, and virtue. The course explores that relationship by means of a survey of some form(s) of artistic expression, such as architecture, painting, music, or sculpture chosen by the professor (which may vary by semester). Must be in the Honors Program.

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The capstone course is the culmination of the Honors Program. The course will focus on integrating and synthesizing the Honors experiences in which the students have participated through an exploration of works related to a specific topic or theme chosen each year. The course will culminate in written and oral comprehensive exams and a final evaluation of the student's Honors portfolio.