Our Vision
To be recognized nationally as a leading innovator in developing the next right things in honors education and global citizenship programs that have the reach to positively impact all ETSU students and partners.
Our Mission
In the Honors College at ETSU we hold a healthy disregard of the impossible. We believe
that - when it comes to our students, staff, faculty, and partners - everyone can
be a positive agent of change who engages in meaningful and purposeful work for the
betterment of their own lives, their communities, and others around the globe. The
college, therefore, house impactful curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular
programs that provide one or more entry points for every ETSU student with the goal
of transforming lives and elevating communities in northeast Tennessee and beyond.
To help demonstrate this goal, we strive to offer unique and powerful educational
opportunities that generate remarkable stories, stories our students tell about their
experiences at ETSU that inspire feelings of admiration, trust, and enthusiasm in
all those who listen to them.
Our Goal
To promote and support ambitious academic objectives for talented and motivated undergraduate
students as well as innovative teaching and mentoring by our faculty. In addition,
the College sponsors activities, events, and programs designed to enhance the collective
cultural and intellectual environment and foster a more global perspective within
the university community. Because the Honors College provides programming opportunities
that extend beyond the classroom, it is no surprise that our students are competitive
with the very best students in the nation for coveted slots in highly selective graduate
and professional schools, as well as exciting careers.