Honors Institute Application

The Honors Institute encourages our best and brightest students to develop academic talents beyond the regular curriculum, through specialized courses and an extensive research project under the direction of a faculty mentor. To be considered, applicants must be accepted to Buena Vista University.

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Question 1: Doing

We expect our students to integrate their learning with meaningful extracurricular experiences. Pick a beyond-the-classroom activity where you have taken initiative and tell us more about your involvement. Share what you have learned from your experience. How do you envision building upon this experience to contribute to Buena Vista University and the Buena Vista University Honors community? (250 words)

Question 2: Thinking

Discuss the value of curiosity. (250 words)