Renée Crown University Honors Program

Congratulations to the 2026 Honors Thesis Prize Recipients! Each spring, we are reminded of the remarkable depth of talent, curiosity, and dedication that exists within our Honors community. This year’s thesis submissions were nothing short of extraordinary. To every student who submitted a thesis project this year: thank you for your dedication and know that…

Honors Students Charity Hosler and Somya Chakraborty Highlighted in SU Today for Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) Leadership We are proud to see Honors students Charity Hosler ’27 and Somya Chakraborty ’28 featured in SU Today for their outstanding leadership of the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) at Syracuse University. As president and vice president of BMES,…

Connect with Researchers on Campus this Summer – Sign Up for the SOURCE Summer Listserv! Are you doing research on campus this summer? SOURCE wants to hear from you! Whether you’re part of an REU, CSTEP, SURF, or any other undergraduate research program, SOURCE is building a summer listserv to connect student researchers across campus.…

Rezi Ubgou As an English & Textual Studies and Television, Radio & Film student, my TRF 560 Global Media Thinking immersion trip to South Korea was both academically enriching and personally transformative. We engaged in company visits within the Korean media industry while also participating in cultural experiences that deepened my understanding of global storytelling.…

Apply Now: Robert B. Menschel Public Service Award (Summer 2026) The Mary Ann Shaw Center for Public and Community Service is now accepting applications for the Robert B. Menschel Public Service Award, supporting Syracuse University undergraduates completing nonprofit internships this summer. This award was established to honor Robert B. Menschel’s commitment to the nonprofit sector…

Giselle Loyola I have been studying abroad in Syracuse University London center. I have been taking four courses this semester while exploring London and other European countries. I was thrilled to find out that students can take one free trip with the university to a variety of European countries. I do really enjoy studying abroad…

Ava Langanki During my fall break while studying abroad in Italy, I used my Honors grant to travel independently to Madrid and Granada, Spain. In Madrid I visited museums and cultural sites and explored the city, and in Granada I spent time at the Alhambra and experiencing the food and history of southern Spain –…

Rogayah Alamarie I completed an undergraduate research experience while writing my honors thesis in biology. This semester, I focused on analyzing data from experiments I conducted during the summer after my freshman year. I spent a significant amount of time developing the results and discussion sections of my thesis while interpreting findings related to cortisol’s…

Thesis Presentation Day is today, Wednesday, April 29th! (Room 114’s Zoom Link has changed, click HERE.) (Room 101’s Zoom Link has changed, Click HERE.) We are so excited for our seniors who are completing the final step of their thesis journey by presenting their work today! We know this process is long and demanding but…

Emmalyn Lacz During the spring semester of my junior year, I studied abroad in Florence, Italy through Syracuse University Florence. While my major is Real Estate and Finance, I intentionally took classes outside my comfort zone, focusing on Italian history, art history and topics such as the mafia and criminal culture. Although I normally don’t…

Rishita Ghosh In summer 2025, I took part in a research internship at Kiel University in Kiel, Germany through the RISE-DAAD program. During the internship, I worked on research related to bioinspired nanocomposites for early detection in gastrointestinal surgery and helped model magnetoelectric sensors. It was a valuable experience because it gave me the chance…

Syracuse University Literacy Corps Is Hiring – Fall 2026 The Syracuse University Literacy Corps is now accepting applications for Fall 2026. This is a paid opportunity for undergraduate students to work directly with K–12 students in the Syracuse community, providing literacy support in core subject areas. It’s a strong fit for anyone interested in education,…

We/Redo Julius Caesar: Honors Performance at CFAC Students are bringing a fresh interpretation of Julius Caesar to the stage this May with We/Redo Julius Caesar, a collaborative performance project presented at Community Folk Art Center. Performances will take place: This production reimagines Shakespeare’s classic through a contemporary, student-driven lens. The project reflects a full semester&…

Lila Ferrucci The experience that I gained using the academic enhancement award is currently studying abroad in Edinburgh, Scotland. During this experience, I am spending time continuing my studies at the University of Edinburgh for the Spring 2026 semester. So far, I have enjoyed meeting many new friends and people from different places. I have…

Honors Student Named 2027 Senior Class Marshal Recently, Syracuse University announced the two Senior Class Marshals for the class of 2027! The Class Marshals guide their graduating class during Commencement and connect with University administrators, students and alumni in various events and processes. This is one of the most distinguished honors a student can receive!…

Amani Woodard I chose to study abroad in the Syracuse London program. There are not enough words to describe this life changing experience. I was immersed in an unfamiliar city with new cultures, new rules and ideas. My classes challenged me while also immersing me into the city of London. The flexible schedule allowed me…

Student Library Advisory Board (SLAB) – Fall 2026 Applications Now Open The Syracuse University Libraries are now accepting applications for the Student Library Advisory Board (SLAB) for the Fall 2026 semester. SLAB is a great opportunity for students who want to play a more active role in shaping the library experience on campus. Members meet…

Honors Students Selected for 2026-2027 Remembrance Scholars Congratulations to fifteen of our Honors students who were chosen as 2026-2027 Remembrance Scholars! Each year, the University selects 35 juniors for this honor based on their commitment to learning, leadership and service. The cohort will plan Remembrance activities throughout the year.

Lucy Metzger I am studying abroad through the Freie Universität (FU-BEST) partner program in Berlin. I am taking classes about the mechanics of film music, media politics, and totalitarian experience, as well as learning German. Prior to this experience, I had never travelled overseas, but being able to be in Berlin and travel to other…

Honors Convocation 2026 The Renée Crown University Honors Program warmly invites students, families, and friends to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 at this year’s Honors Convocation. The ceremony will take place on Friday, May 8 at 3:00 PM in Hendricks Chapel, marking a meaningful milestone in each student’s academic journey. Honors Convocation…