Fall is finally upon us, and promises many exciting things; including the election! Wish you knew more? Have any political questions Google just isn’t answering? Join us on Thursday, November 3rd, at 6:00-7:30 PM in Warner (Center Room 175) for a Political Talk with Dr. Nathanial Swigger. Not only is this an opportunity to learn a lot, but to meet some faculty you may not come in contact with otherwise. Afterwards, there will be a meet and greet with some local politicians hosted by Mitch Lerner. Please R.S.V.P to Marcy (melanson.4@osu.edu) if you are interested in attending the political talk with Dr. Swigger.

Also, if you are interested in going to Berlin the application is due BY November 1st, click here for more info.

For more information for the Cuba trip, click here or contact Dr. Tiyi Morris (morris.730@osu.edu)! Keep an eye here for more information sessions, and remember, the application is due January 4th!

Hello Honors students! Now that we are all winding down from midterms, how about a little volunteering? A Call to College is an organization that does everything they can to help and motivate high school students get into college. They need our help with their annual College Application Blitz at Newark High School on Wednesday, November 16th, from 2pm-6pm. The College Application Blitz is an event where high school students are given the opportunity to fill out college applications, get help with their admission essays, and learn about financial aid. We, as college students, all know how stressful the time right before college can be, and why not help someone else through that time? (Plus, it looks good on a resume!) If you are available to help please contact Marcy Melanson (melanson.4@osu.edu). Please, make sure if you sign up to volunteer that you actually attend! 

APPLY FOR MAY CUBA BY JAN 4

We are offering a unique opportunity to spend 10 days in Cuba in May, as part of a 3-credit A&S 2798 course with Dr. Tiyi Morris, professor of African American and African Studies. Applications are due Jan 4 in Buckeye Link.

Students will study on campus in the first two weeks of the summer term (May 10-18), then travel to Cuba for 10 days (May 20-31). You’ll talking walking tours of Old Havana, attend drum and dance workshops, tour museums, plantations and sugar mills, and spend overnight in Varadero.

Most meals, all planned activities and excursions, and your lodging and airfare are covered by a $1000 program fee, a fraction of the actual costs (the campus is paying most of the actual costs to keep your expenses to a minimum). Don’t miss out on this unusual opportunity. Contact me or Dr Morris if you have questions. I’ll be happy to walk you through the application process.

For more information, including links to the application, go here: go.osu.edu/NewarkCuba.

With midterms over, it’s time to start thinking about next semester! Here is a list of Honors classes offered in the fall. Remember, if you plan to graduate with Honors, you must keep up on your Honors courses.

Hello all! I can’t believe it is time for midterms already, can you? We have a lot going on around campus to enhance your studying or if you’re just looking for something fun to do once studying is over. Here’s a lot of info; so just hold on tight!

Our Learning Skills Specialist, Ferdinand, is hosting some workshops based on how to improve certain studious habits. If none of these work for your schedule, we are working with Ferdinand to create a special workshop for Honors students and members of LCS. If you have any ideas, leave a comment below! Definitely take advantage of these workshops because many students have raved about better grades and confidence after working with him! The dates are listed below:

Hello honors students! I hope your first few weeks of classes have gone well! Studying is very important but it’s also important to take some time for yourself. LCS is having a meeting on Thursday, September 15th @ 6:30 PM for all honors and honors-eligible students! We will be meeting in the Honors Lounge (Warner 205B) where pizza and drinks will be provided!

We request that if you want to be apart of LCS, that you’ll come to at least 2 meetings per semester to be considered a member. At this first meeting, we will get to know each other and talk about events that we are planning for the rest of the year. Please come with your ideas for outings or events you would like to see LCS do.

If you’re interested in attending the first meeting, please email Natasha (spinell.6@osu.edu).

Hope to see you all there!

Hello OSU Newark students! The new school year is right around the corner, and what better way to start it off than with the Honors Cookout on Thursday September 1st @ 5PM at the Warner Platform! This is a great opportunity to meet and socialize with your fellow Honors students through cornhole, good food, and other fun games. We will discuss LCS meetings, Honors trips, and volunteer opportunities we will be hosting throughout the 2016-2017 school year. Moe’s will be catering this kick off event, and we hope to see you all there! Keep an eye out for more info on our tailgate get together after the cookout! Please RSVP for the Honors Cookout to Natasha Spinell (spinell.6@osu.edu) by August 25th.

Hello incoming and returning Honors students!

I hope this summer has been treating you all well, but before you know it, it will be time to head back to campus for another amazing year at OSU Newark. Here is a list of Honors courses being held during the Autumn semester:

Psychology 1100H (11760): Introductions to Psychology (3 credits) Dr. Chris Robinson. Monday and Wednesday 11:10-12:30. A prerequisite to advanced courses; a broad survey of psychological science. Application of the scientific method to the empirical study of behavior with emphasis on individual and cultural differences. GE Social Sciences Individuals and Groups and Social Diversity in the US course

Psychology 3313H (35141): Introduction to Behavioral Neuroscience. (3 credits). Melissa Buelow. Monday and Wednesday 2:20-3:40. Introduction to the structure and function of the nervous system in relation to behavior. Prereq: 1100 (100) or 1100H (100H).

Psychology 3331E (25280): Abnormal Psychology (3 credits). Janice McLean. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30-6:50. Examination of current theories and empirical findings regarding the major forms of psychopathology and treatment.

Psychology 3550H (35142): Psychology of Childhood (3 credits). Julie Hupp. Tuesday and Thursday 11:10-12:30. Introduction to the major phenomena, methods, theories, and findings of developmental psychology, especially as they apply to infancy and childhood.

Classics 2220H (33992): Mythology (3 credits) Dr. Dana Monteanu. Monday and Wednesday 11:10-12:30. 12:30. Class no. 33992. Personalities and attributes of the Greek and Roman gods and goddesses, their mythology and its influence on Western culture. GE Lit and Diversity Global Studies course

English 1110.02H (33710): First Year Writing (3 credits) Dr. Robert Hughes. Tuesday and Thursday 9:35-10:55. 9:35-10:55. Provides intensive practice in the fundamentals of expository writing, as illustrated in the student’s own writing and in the essays of professional writers. Taught with an emphasis on literary texts. GE Writing and Comm course: level 1

English 2367.01H (33712): Language, Identity, and Culture in the U.S. (Second-year writing) (3 credits) Dr. Dan Keller. Tuesday and Thursday 11:10-12:30. Extends & refines expository writing & analytical reading skills emphasizing recognition of intertextuality & reflection on compositional strategies on topics pertaining to education & pop culture in America. GE Social Diversity and Writing and Comm course: level 2

History 2750H (21735): Natives and Newcomers: Immigration and Migration in U.S. History (3 credits). Dr. Lucy Murphy. Monday and Wednesday 12:45-2:05. General survey of (im)migration history in the U.S. from precolonial times to the present. Topics include cultural contact, economic relations, citizenship, politics, family and sexuality. GE Historical Study and Social Diversity in the US course

History 2800E (34752): Introduction to the Discipline of History. James Weeks. Monday and Wednesday 3:55-5:15. 3:55- 5:15. Investigation of the methods and analytical approaches historians use to understand the past.

Political Science 1100 (21740): Intro to American Politics (3 credits). Dr. Nathaniel Swigger. Tuesday and Thursday 9:35-10:55. Introduction to American politics, the institutions and processes which create public policy, and the strengths and weaknesses of the American political systems. GE soc sci orgs and policies course. SS Admis Cond course.