Elevating our students to broaden their horizons
"It’s fair to say that UW provided me
with one of the world's most privileged opportunity-
rich educations possible. The Honors College has always encouraged me to push the envelope with my educational opportunities to grow. They are a beacon of light on the University of Wyoming campus!"
- Katie Johnson
Honors Alum: BA in International Studies and Philosophy, Minor Degrees in Spanish, Honors
Lighting the path to learn beyond the classroom
Our educational foundation is rooted in interdisciplinary exploration that empowers students to solve complex problems, learn beyond the classroom, pursue original research and creative work, and thrive within a vibrant intellectual community of support.
Honors students explore across disciplines.
Honors students engage in interdisciplinary learning that develops critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving across fields. Learn about Honors student Hallie Cozzens' experience studying sustainable agriculture in Mongolia.
Honors students learn through experience.
Through hands-on opportunities like internships, study abroad, academic conferences, and more, Honors students extend their learning beyond the classroom. Read about Honors student Owen Fink's educational takeaways from a conference on blockchain technology.
Honors students create and innovate.
Through the support of Honors, students can produce original research and creative projects, enabling them to create work that advances knowledge and sparks new ideas. Honors student Andrew Bishop shares the impact of studying abroad upon his research on climate patterns in the Saharan Desert.
Honors students build community.
Where curiosity is encouraged, Honors students cultivate relationships with peers, faculty, and mentors that foster collaboration, reflection, and growth in a vibrant intellectual community. Learn how traveling to an academic conference with an Honors cohort led to new educational insights for Honors student Samantha Killmer.
A unique hub of discovery
"The Honors College brings something unique to the University landscape, with discussion-based learning, a sense of community, and a plethora of opportunities that I have been able to utilize during my time here. The study abroad opportunities are incredible experiences that have helped me make friends and gain entirely new perspectives both in and out of the classroom. I also have the privilege of being an Honors intern, working on marketing on behalf of the Honors College. The Honors experience and faculty have been incredibly valuable to me."
- Riley Wilkerson
Majors: Marketing, Honors
Brightening the path for students to take bold steps forward
Through funding support, educational grants, study abroad scholarships, internship partnerships, and more, we help students explore new possibilities and make groundbreaking discoveries. Join us in lighting the path for an Honors student full of potential.
Honors provides a unique first-year experience where learning across disciplines and community-building are central.
The advising team in the Honors College seeks to surround each students with individualized circles of support to lift students to new heights.
Through valuable work and professional experience, Honors students can gain skills and knowledge that will set them up for success in the future.
By offering grants that support research and creative work, students gain hands-on educational experiences to build the skills they need to become the problem-solvers of tomorrow.
The Honors College is a strong and vibrant community, and by giving, you become a part of it. Our donors contribute in many vital ways, making a lasting impact. You can explore stories of our community in our magazines: features like Be Curious, where an Honors alum shares what the Honors experience means to her, and Origins of a Rooted Community, where a former Director of Honors reflects on the value of our Honors community.
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