Students participating in the new Honors College program at Lander University.
Lander University has introduced the Honors College Senior Scholars Program for South Carolina high school seniors. This program allows select dual enrollment students to take an honors course, aiming to boost academic enthusiasm and prepare them for college. Participants gain automatic admission to the Honors College if they enroll at Lander as undergraduates. This initiative, along with other support for dual enrollment, aims to enhance educational opportunities and experiences for high school seniors in the state.
In a delightful development for high school seniors in South Carolina, Lander University is stepping up its game by launching the Honors College Senior Scholars Program. This initiative is designed to give select dual enrollment students a unique opportunity to dive into an honors course during their senior year. If you think about it, it’s like a sneak peek into the university experience!
The amazing team behind this program wants to spark excitement for higher education among high schoolers. The director of the Honors College has shared that many dual enrollment students are already excelling in Lander’s classrooms. By offering this program, they hope to nurture that academic spirit even more!
The first group of Senior Scholars has been invited to participate in a pilot honors course set to kick off in the Spring 2025 semester. How exciting is that? Not only will these students get to tackle more challenging coursework, but they’ll also pave the way for their college future.
Now here’s the best part: any Senior Scholar who chooses to enroll at Lander as an undergraduate for the 2025-26 academic year will gain automatic admission into the Honors College upon completing the honors course. membership in the Honors College comes with some spectacular benefits, including priority campus housing, early class registration, and even study abroad scholarships. Just imagine that Fall 2025 field trip to New York City—it’s destined to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
For teachers and guidance counselors aiming to nominate outstanding dual enrollment seniors, they can easily reach out to the director for more details. The qualification criteria are straightforward: students must hold a weighted GPA of 3.25 or higher and can take up to six hours (that’s two classes) per semester, only covering the costs for books or course-related fees. It’s a fantastic chance for students to explore collegiate-level work without breaking the bank!
Working behind the scenes is Brittany Brissey, the director of Dual Enrollment at Lander, who is excited to help students navigate the application process and seize this amazing opportunity. Lander University is truly committed to ensuring that South Carolina high school students have a valuable dual enrollment experience that opens doors for their future academic paths.
Switching gears to something a bit sportier, let’s not forget about the thrilling achievements in volleyball! Sydney Morland from Wingate University has been recognized as the Southeast Region Player of the Year in D2CCA volleyball. This is a fantastic accomplishment, and it highlights the talent blossoming within local universities.
Alongside Sydney, the D2CCA All-Southeast Region volleyball teams have been unveiled, showcasing several standout players from Lander and Wingate universities. This recognition not only celebrates the players’ skill but also emphasizes the competitive spirit of collegiate volleyball in the region.
Whether it’s exciting opportunities for academic achievement through the new honors program or impressive milestones in sports, students at Lander University are truly shining! With various programs in place, there’s no doubt that the future looks bright for these young scholars and athletes alike. So here’s to new adventures, academic journey, and that winning spirit—cheers to all the future success that awaits!
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