GW will launch the 20th season of its highly acclaimed public television and radio series The Kalb Report on Tuesday evening, August 27, at the The National Press Club. The event will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington and will feature civil rights legends John Lewis, Andrew Young and Julian Bond, as well as PBS NewsHour anchor Gwen Ifill. Moderator Marvin Kalb covered the event for Walter Cronkite and CBS News. Now, 50 years later, this distinguished group will explore the impact of the day, the role of the press in the Civil Rights Movement, lessons learned, and how they can be applied in the digital age. For more information and free tickets, visit www.kalb.gwu.edu
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Spot Lil' Franny Dee, Win Money!
Are you familiar with a little black-and white image of our favorite owl, Franny Dee? Franny Dee sits on a the “Make an Appointment” button on our website — but there’s another version that’s tiny, and black and white.
That’s Lil’ Franny Dee!
If you spot her, you can win a $10 giftcard.
Here’s how to win:
- Look for Lil’ Franny Dee in UHP content (she’s a little owl, and is always black and white).
- When you see her, go to our Facebook page.
- Be the first to post “I Saw Lil’ Franny Dee in ____________!” on our wall. Make sure to include where you saw her, so we know you’re not just really, really, slow about reading the NewsFlash or something.
- The same person can’t win twice in a row.
- Old Lil’ Franny Dees don’t count! Each one can only be won once.
Lil’ Franny Dee could show up anywhere from in the text of an Honors Program newsletter to blog posts to photobombing pictures on Facebook or Twitter. Keep your eyes peeled and you can win!
Freshmen: Go to Honors Advising Workshop
Hello Honors freshmen! The best way to start your college experience is by knowing what to expect (and what’s expected of you!) That’s why we’re having an Honors Advising Workshop on Friday, August 30th from 2-4pm in Ames B101 (on the Mt. Vernon Campus).
At the HAW we’ll cover all the basics — what your professors expect from you, what you can expect from your Honors courses, how to maintain good standing in the Honors Program, and more. Plus, you’ll get to meet faculty, staff, and the Student Peer Advisors! We’ll also have some super sweet, exclusive Honors gear for you. You’ll love it!
If you have to miss it (and we know some of you will), then the best thing to do is make an appointment with Catherine to catch up on what you missed (and get your free Honors gear.)
Follow Us! Follow Us!
Wondering where to get your late breaking Honors Program news? Sure, you could hit refresh on your browser obsessively to see if we’ve posted anything new to the blog, but there much easier way is to follow us!
We’re on Twitter, Facebook, and Google +. Of course, you can always subscribe to our RSS feed as well.
Hike at Theodore Roosevelt Island
The University Honors Program is partnering with GWTRAiLS to take a hike in nature right here in DC.
On Saturday, September 20th, a crew will head off to Theodore Rooseve Island, one of the most beautiful and least touristy places in the neighborhood. We’ll have more details coming soon (including how to sign up) but for now, mark your calendars!
Take a Second Look at These Courses
Still ironing out your schedule? Not sure about that non-Honors course you’re in and want to switch? Check out these courses with remaining seats! Continue reading “Take a Second Look at These Courses”
Can Humanities and Science Get Along?
Do you think that big “S” Science is at odds with, or separate from the Liberal Arts as a rule? Is physics the opposite of philosophy? What does art have to do with biology?
Of course, in the UHP, we believe in the traditional notion of liberal arts education. You can’t be a complete person without understanding both arts and science, and you can’t fully understand either without the other. Honors students aren’t the only ones who suspect this to be true. In this article from New Republic, Steven Pinker argues:
The mindset of science cannot be blamed for genocide and war and does not threaten the moral and spiritual health of our nation. It is, rather, indispensable in all areas of human concern, including politics, the arts, and the search for meaning, purpose, and morality.
What do you think? Is the scientific mindset beneficial to human growth, or does “scientism” hold us back from answering the big questions?
Liz says goodbye
This post is written by UHP Program Officer Liz Sutton, who will be departing the UHP on Friday, August 2 for the nutty streets of Philadelphia.
I’m not one for goodbyes, especially in this connected world of social media. I prefer looking forward to looking backward, laughter to tears. But in this moment, as I am slipping away in the summer months and saying goodbye to the Honors Community, I would like to reflect on the people and events that have made the past three years so memorable.
If you’ve sat in the front office, been in a group advising session, or ever read the blog, you know that the UHP is a place where we have FUN while still getting a lot done. Ryan Gosling, GoT, me riding an alligator… the hilarious photoshopping and memes never end. The perspective that the Socratic and the silly are not mutually exclusive is one of the things I enjoy most about the UHP, and it has shaped my own philosophy on the purpose and delivery of education.
I am grateful also for my smart and committed colleagues in the UHP. Each staff and faculty member brings unique perspective and skills to the table. It has been a joy presenting, conversing, and creating with such an interesting group of people. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together and I count you all among my dearest and most fabulous friends.
Above all else, I adore and respect the students of the UHP. You have provided me with discussions, laughs, and challenges that have shaped me as an advisor and as a person. I appreciate your wide array of interests and personalities and the fervor with which each of you pursues your education. Working with you has never been just a job. You are the reason I come to work in the morning, the reason that working a registration weekend was never a problem, the inspiration that has kept me going in dark moments. For that I am eternally grateful.
It’s not easy making a big change, not easy to leave behind a lot of people who mean so much. But sometimes you have to take a leap, giving up comfort and normalcy to explore something potentially better. I gave myself the same advice I would give (or have given) to you all – take a deep breath and jump in.
My UHP gmail address is still valid: liz.sutton.gwuhp@gmail.com. I hope you will all keep in touch – while my official duties may be ending I will always be a resource and friend!
With love and gratitude,
Liz
Should School Go All Year?
Check out this post at the New York Times that argues that summer vacation makes inequality in America worse.
From the article:
The entire issue tends to vanish from public debate, because the educated, affluent people who run the debate don’t particularly suffer from it. Summer vacation costs money, but prosperous parents are happy to spend it on their kids. And of course there’s the sentimentality factor.
What do you think? School is important — should it go for all 12 months a year?
$2500 Stipend to Research GWU Diversity
Win a $2500 stipend to research diversity at GWU through the University Archives Diversity Research Fellowships for the 2013-2014 academic year!
Specify your own area of research interest, which may include (but is not limited to) themes such as the history of women, African Americans, Latino/a students, religious life, veterans, disability and LGBT individuals on campus throughout GW’s history.
Sounds cool, right? Read the full description and find out how to apply.
You’ve only got until September 2nd, 2013 to apply, so act now!
