Mail: 605 Agriculture Drive, MC 6532, Carbondale IL 62901
*If you mailed your application and have not heard back within 10 days, please double check with our office. We highly encourage you to submit your application via email at this time.*
Students – please reach out to us to confirm your status in the Honors Program before accepting any invites from Honors Societies (emails, letters, etc).
The Living Learning Community builds a strong foundation for university life and is the start of life-long friendships. University Honors students live in Smith Hall on West Campus. It is a thriving community, throbbing with social events, leadership and service opportunities, special workshops, and academic support.
Student Research Opportunities
One of the advantages of being at a comprehensive research university is that our students work with faculty across disciplines, pursuing research that seeks to make a difference in the world. The Mentors in the University Honors program will help connect you to faculty and academic resources; the local community; and other opportunities to explore your potential and find your own path. Read more about research in the Honors Program.
Student Involvement and Leadership Development actively strives to provide opportunities for students to enhance their leadership capacity and strengthen their campus engagement. Through environments that are socially just, culturally engaged, and civically involved, the office will enrich the students’ overall educational experience. Being involved and building your leadership skills will aid you in your future!
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Service Opportunities
One of the distinguishing features of the Honors student is their commitment to service and leadership. Our students are actively engaged in the community, effectively enhancing their learning experience and broadening their horizons.
Civic Engagement
Students who participate in civic engagement tend to excel academically.
Embracing the spirit of volunteerism and service to community are essential components of educating the whole student - Learn. Lead. Serve.
Civic engagement improves your mental health, positively contributing to higher levels of happiness, self-esteem, and life satisfaction.
Civic engagement enhances your understanding of diverse cultures and communities and connects you with others through shared experiences.
Honors students are leaders at the university and will be leaders after graduation – our communities need leaders who care about others.
Civic engagement will increase your awareness and understanding of community concerns and issues.
The rewarding, highly satisfying feelings of accomplishment are priceless: "Kindness is one thing you can't give away; it comes back to you."
Interactive, hands-on, practical applications of classroom learning provides students with personal characteristics and skills highly sought by graduate schools and employers.
For more information about University Honors Program Civic Engagement, please contact David Milley, Assistant Director, atmilleydr@siu.eduor 618-453-1691.
