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Who We Are

The Honors College is an academic program of distinction for motivated, high-achieving students. As a community of engaged learners, we are serious about good grades and scholarship, but we are also serious about having fun! Nationwide, students are joining honors colleges both for the enhancement their careers, and to have a more fulfilling and enjoyable college experience.

About the Classes

Coursework in the Honors College is a supplement to each student’s major. It is meant to be highly engaging, innovative, and intellectually satisfying. The Honors College does not require “extra busy work,” but rather offers unique academic experiences for motivated, advanced, and creative students. Through interdisciplinary seminars and in-depth Honors sections, we promote critical and creative thinking, effective communication, and independent thought. Honors College students may have any major and must maintain a GPA of 3.25. In order to complete Honors College requirements, students must complete 21 Honors credit hours. Most Honors coursework also fulfills General Studies requirements, and occasionally an Honors course may count toward a major.

Honors College Program Requirements

  • A Freshman Honors Seminar (HON 150 Honors Gateway) 3 cr
  • At least two advanced Honors Seminars (HON 378 Special Topics) 6 cr
  • Honors Senior Thesis Seminar (HON 498) 3 cr
  • A minimum of 9 more honors credit hours which can be earned in honors sections of classes, through honors option contracts, and in honors occasionally thru study abroad or certain internships

For more information about requirements, contact

Dr. Shannon Halicki Dean, Honors College 304.336.8075 ∙ shalicki@westliberty.edu

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Coursework in the Honors College is a supplement to each student’s major. It is meant to be highly engaging, innovative, and intellectually satisfying. … ...

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West Liberty University, established in 1837, was the first institution of higher education in West Virginia. Today, we are a dynamic, inclusive, student-centered community that cultivates scholarly exploration, experiential learning, creative expression, and global citizenship.

WLU is a public university committed to providing students with a comprehensive education from undergraduate to advanced degrees while serving as the region’s leading advocate for the arts, education, research, and economic opportunity.

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