SPRING 2023 HONORS COURSE OFFERINGS

Honors in the Major Q&A Session

Registration is fast approaching, and for those of you still looking for opportunities for experiential learning, consider Honors in the Major! On November 10th, from 5:00-6:30 PM in 440 BHC, our experiential learning team is hosting an event to answer any and all questions regarding Honors in the Major. This event will provide information for those curious about the process, requirements, and general overview of Honors in the Major. Attending will be students who have completed or are close to completing their Honors Thesis to provide realistic and experienced advice. They will answer questions about how to create an Honors Thesis, how to figure out the specific requirements for your department, and any other inquiries you might have! Snacks will be provided! We hope to see you there! Please reach out to megan-fear@uiowa.edu for any questions/concerns or contact ipeimann@uiowa.edu if any accommodations are needed. 

Living Memoirs Project 

Have you ever read someone’s story and wished you could sit down to talk to them? This is your opportunity! On Sunday, November 13th from 1-4 PM in Meeting Rooms A, B, and C in the Iowa City Public Library, there will be a Living Memoirs Project event giving people the opportunity to sit down with an individual from a panel of volunteers to hear their story and have a conversation about their experiences. Participants are welcome to have one-on-one or small group conversations and can join anytime during the event. Please send any questions to: studorg-lmp@uiowa.edu.

Friendsgiving Potluck

Apply to be a Learning Assistant!

Are you interested in becoming a Learning Assistant for the listed courses? Apply to be a Learning Assistant by Monday, November 21st at 12 PM CST! Learning Assistants are undergraduate students who, with training and support, help facilitate activities during class sessions to increase active collaboration to improve student learning. Students are encouraged to view the Learning Assistant Website for details about the program.

Blog Post

The Bones of Life

This week’s blog post by Jayli Carmichael tackles gerascophobia, or the fear of growing up. Carmichael analyzes “Ribs” by Australian artist Lorde and how it applies to her own life and how she accepted her growing pains. Click to read more!