The Honors College is dedicated to preparing socially responsible student leaders who will help make the world better by creating a community where intellectual curiosity, hands-on knowledge, service, and compassion for one another are central so all can thrive.
Community Service
HC Traditions
Student Leadership Opportunities
HC Student Organizations and Clubs
Affinity Groups | Brings together students who are interested in cultural and community-based programming.
Ambassadors | Represent the Honors College to internal and external constituencies through tours and information sessions, Alumni events, social programs, and University-wide activities.
Book Club | Meet bi-weekly to discuss carefully (and communally) selected readings of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and Raritan (RU's preeminent literary journal).
Dean's Advisory Group | Advises the Dean on matters of Honors College policy, practices, and planning. Meets monthly.
Engineering Innovation HC | A student-led organization that gathers those who are interested in engineering-based innovation contests, including robotics, design & development, and out-of-class applications of theories and skills. Competes locally and across the region.
ENVironment | An environmental action-based group that is organized to engage with making substantive and lasting change locally and state-wide. Meets regularly.
Film Club | Viewing popular and lesser-known films through a contextual and analytical approach while also enjoying the artistry and cultural impact. Meets twice a month.
Media Team | Promotes the Honors College to all constituencies through the production and outreach via numerous channels--newsletters, social media, publications, and messaging.
Student Programming Committee | Collaborates with HC Staff in promoting and hosting events and activities for the betterment of student extra-curricular and social life. Sponsors Coffeehouse (monthly performances) and other programs.
Writing Circle | Works collaboratively to help each other enhance and improve written work, from personal statements to essays, and efforts at fictional and poetry writing.
Workshop on Genocide & Human Rights | Focuses on adding knowledge and exposure to the issues surrounding atrocities against individuals and groups through co-curricular study, readings, speakers, special events, film viewings, and travel-study programs.
Life at the HC