Fast Facts

Honors Education at ETSU

1. 1992

   The creation of an Honors program at ETSU . . .

   The University Honors Scholars program is set-up through a faculty initiative.

   • Fall 1993 - First class of 12 students admitted to the University Honors Scholars Program
   • 1995 - A group of honors programs based in disciplinary areas (colleges and departments) grows spontaneously
2. 1998

   Grass roots movement begins . . .

   The College of Applied Science & Technology create their own honors program and dedicate their group of Academic Performance Scholarships to serve as a funding base for students.

   • 1998 - 2003 - Multiple departments and colleges build honors programming and support funding of scholarship opportunities
   • 2004 - Programing grows with 10 "Honors-in-Discipline" programs
3. 2004

   Proposal to create an Honors College . . .

   Provost proposes the formation of an ETSU Honors College, pulling on the expertise of past and current directors.

   • Spring 2005 - Proposal approved by varius governance bodies across campus, Tennessee Board of Regents, and the Tennessee Higher Education Comminssion
   • July 1, 2005 - The Honors College at ETSU begins operation
4. Now
   
   

   Currently. . .

   Today the Honors College at ETSU offers five unique programs to students in all disciplines at all levels of their educational journey.

   • Changemaker Scholars
   • Global Citizen Scholars
   • Quillen Honors Scholars

   Additionally, the College houses educational programs for the entire campus community through the offices of:

   • Center for Global Engagement
   • Education Abroad
   • Prestigious Awards
   • Undergraduate Research