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First-Year Honors Student Heather Stroup Finds Her Stride at ±«Óãtv
From joining the Herd of Thunder marching band to getting involved with the Women in Leadership and Philanthropy program, out-of-state, first-year student Heather Stroup has found her place at the ±«Óãtv. By taking advantage of scholarships, extracurriculars, and first-year programs at the Judy Genshaft Honors College, she has made her freshman year a memorable one while laying the foundation for future success.
April 2, 2025Community
Catching Up with Honors Alum Sydney Seabaugh-Rendel
Attorney and Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Sydney Seabaugh-Rendel advocates for students with disabilities and victims of sexual cyber harassment by combining her expertise in law and education. A Vanderbilt Law graduate with a master’s in special education, she's now navigating our legal and educational systems to drive meaningful change.
March 28, 2025Alumni and Friends
Student-Led Sustainability: ±«Óãtv Climate Teach-In Expands Its Impact
The ±«Óãtv Climate Teach-In has officially transitioned from a small one-day event at the Judy Genshaft Honors College to a weeklong event series that spans all three ±«Óãtv campuses. Student leaders Maia Ryan and Katelynn Paciorek are helping organize the upcoming event series in April, building leadership skills while driving climate awareness across campus.
Honors LLC Students Explore Disney Magic and Theme Park Design
Students from the Judy Genshaft Honors College Tampa Living Learning Community took an exciting trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando. They participated in a private workshop with a Disney Imagineer, where they designed their own theme park, then enjoyed an interactive tour with thrilling rides and a variety of food tastings.
March 17, 2025Community, Events, Teaching and Learning
Fast-Tracking Medicine: Inside ±«Óãtv’s Seven-Year B.S./M.D. Program
From GPA and MCAT requirements to hands-on research and medical service, the ±«Óãtv’s 7-year B.S./M.D. accelerated program offers an accelerated pathway to earning a medical degree in just seven years. Judy Genshaft Honors College alums Rahul Jain and Parker Olive share their insights, challenges, and advice from inside the program.
March 12, 2025Alumni and Friends, Community
Honors College Scholarships Open Doors to a World of Opportunities
The ±«Óãtv offers a variety of scholarships to support students, including exclusive funding for members of the Judy Genshaft Honors College. In addition to awards for academic and experiential learning experiences, students can apply for scholarships that provide financial support from admission through graduation.
March 5, 2025Community
The signature philanthropic event at the ±«Óãtv Sarasota-Manatee campus celebrated the deep ties between the campus and the community.
From the Florida Coast to the Polar Seas: Gabby Schwager Dives Deep into Marine Biology Research
Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Gabby Schwager’s journey at ±«Óãtv St. Petersburg led her to discover a passion for marine biology research through hands-on fieldwork and immersive coursework. From studying coral reefs in the Bahamas to researching Florida’s ecosystems, Schwager’s experiences highlight the unique opportunities the university offers to aspiring marine scientists.
February 25, 2025Community
Honors College Signs Agreement with Veterans Affairs Health Care to Create Research Opportunities for Students
The Judy Genshaft Honors College has signed an affiliation agreement with Veterans Affairs Health Care that will open new doors for undergraduate students interested in health care.
February 20, 2025Teaching and Learning
Judy Genshaft Honors College Hosts Failing Forward Week
The ±«Óãtv Judy Genshaft Honors College is hosting its inaugural Failing Forward Week from Feb. 17-21, encouraging students to reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth. The initiative aims to foster open discussions on failure, resilience, and self-defined success.
Honors Student Alex Vu Represents ±«Óãtv at 2024 Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs
Honors student Alex Vu represented ±«Óãtv at the 2024 Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs at the University of Notre Dame, presenting original research on Vietnamese foreign policy. Vu stood out among the crowd as an undergraduate among graduate students, professors, and political scientists.
Catching Up with Honors Alum Jody Noll
Dr. Jody Noll, a lecturer at Georgia State University, shares how his experiences in the Judy Genshaft Honors College shaped his academic journey, the transformation of his Honors thesis into a forthcoming book, and his advice for current students on how to embrace new opportunities and create positive impact.
February 14, 2025Alumni and Friends