Honors College

Announcement Tuesday, November 7, 2023

On Nov. 14 at 2 p.m., Fulbright U.S. Student Program staff are going to host a virtual info session where they will go over the basics of the Fulbright U.S. Student Scholarship. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program expands perspectives through academic and professional advancement and cross-cultural dialogue. Fulbright creates connections in a complex and changing world. In partnership with more than 140 countries worldwide, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers unparalleled opportunities...

National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergrads

Announcement Wednesday, November 1, 2023

The National Science Foundation funds summer Research Experience for Undergrads (REUs) across the United States as well as in international locations. With programs in disciplines ranging from biology, chemistry, math, and computer science to psychology, econ, sociology, and other social sciences, there are many opportunities for GCSU students to complete funded summer research. To learn more about how you can craft a competitive application, join the National Scholarships Office...

Reflections on a career in public education and the value of the liberal arts: Legends of honors Zoom with GCSU Honors alumna Susan Presley

Event Thursday, November 7, 2024

Originally from Statesboro, Georgia, Susan Presley studied history and international studies at Georgia College & State University. She was a member of the Honors Program, headed at that time by Dr. John Sallstrom and served as an officer in the Honors Student Association (renamed Eta Sigma Alpha during her time at GCSU), including a term as Eta Sigma Alpha president. Ms. Presley completed the Honors Program and graduated from GCSU in 1990. She went on to earn an M.A. in history from...

Coro Fellowship in Public Affairs Information Session with Alum Hannah Plumb

Announcement Friday, October 20, 2023

Calling all aspiring public affairs leaders. The Coro Fellowship is an intensive nine month fellowship for recent college graduates wanting to learn more about the expansive world of public affairs. This fellowship gives fellows the opportunity to get hands-on experience in the public sector, expand their network and gain more robust leadership skills. To learn more, please join us for a virtual info session with Coro Fellow and GCSU alum Hannah Plumb on Wednesday Oct. 25 at 1 p.m...

Critical Language Scholarship Information Session

Announcement Thursday, October 12, 2023

The National Scholarships Office will host an information session on the Critical Language Scholarship Monday Oct. 16 at 5 p.m. in the Humber-White House. The CLS Program is a funded program sponsored by the U.S. Department of State that provides overseas language and cultural immersion to U.S. students enrolled in all degree programs. The CLS Program offers two options for students to study critical languages either overseas (CLS Program) or at home, through CLS Spark, a virtual initiative...

Studying Languages Abroad

Announcement Friday, September 1, 2023

Are you interested in going abroad to study a language - for free? Come learn more about how scholarships like the Boren Scholarship and the Critical Language Scholarship can help you learn less commonly taught critical needs languages like Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, Korean and more. Join us at 5 p.m. in room A&S 246 to find out about how you can apply for these opportunities. If you are interested but cannot attend, please reach out to Anna Whiteside (anna.whiteside@gcsu.edu).

Fulbright Scholarship interviewers needed

Announcement Friday, August 11, 2023

The National Scholarships Office is looking for faculty and staff members with experience in international education who are interested in interviewing students and reviewing applications for the Fulbright Scholarship. This is a great, low commitment way to help our students compete on the national stage. Panelists typically review three applications, offering feedback and participating in short interviews with students. This year's interviews will take place during the weeks of Sept...

Anna Graves Selected as GCSU Academic Recognition Day Representative

Announcement Friday, April 28, 2023

Dec. 2022 Honors alumna and university valedictorian Anna Graves has been recognized as GCSU’s 2022-2023 Academic Recognition Day representative. Every year, each institution within the University System of Georgia selects one senior as its representative for outstanding scholastic achievement. A faculty committee chose Anna, and on Tuesday, April 25, she and GSCU President Cathy Cox enjoyed a special luncheon for all ARD representatives with Chancellor Sonny Purdue in Atlanta. Anna...

GCSU well represented among Fulbright semi-finalists

News Story Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Georgia College & State University students and alumni continue experiencing success applying for one of the United States’ premiere cultural exchange programs. The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs named four Georgia College students and recent alumni as semi-finalists for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. "I am so proud of all of our Fulbright semi-finalists, and I'm especially excited to have several alumni represented,” said Anna Whiteside,...

National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Info Session

Announcement Friday, March 31, 2023

Are you planning on earning a research-based master's or Ph.D. in a STEM or social science research field? If so, you might be a good candidate for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program. The purpose of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to ensure the quality, vitality and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce of the United States. GRFP seeks to broaden participation in science and engineering of underrepresented groups,...

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