Each year, the Honors College hosts a series of major events. Some happen each week; others happen once per semester. Click the associated event below to learn more details about when and where it will happen next.

Honors College Calendar

Location:
Zoom Meeting
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Peter Tschirhart (petert@txstate.edu)
Take charge of your college education with our D-I-Y Honors series! 

In this series of sessions, we will be explaining ways you can get your honors credit hours, create an epic capstone project, and graduate with honors. Make the most of the opportunities that Honors College provides and start building your future with us at the Honors College. 

In this session, we will cover:
-Contract courses vs independent studies—what's the difference? 
-How to identify a good course for contract 
-When to choose contract vs a proper “Honors course” 
-How does the contracting process work? 

This session is recommended for juniors (60+ credit hours).

RSVP for Zoom link and see more from this series here.
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Writer's Circle

until Dec. 2
Location:
LAMP 502B; LAMP 502B
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Jordan Morille (jm1952@txstate.edu)
Meet fellow writers and take your creative writing up a notch! We welcome writers of any creative medium, from prose to dramatic, to even video games and D&D campaigns. Don't have work to share? No problem! You can still experience all the existing creative work from your fellow students.

All are welcome, and anything creative is permitted.

Hosted by Jordan Morille, published author and Director of Creative Writing at the Honors College.
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Wednesday Night Writes

until Dec. 3
Location:
LAMP 501; LAMP 501
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Ron Haas (rmh109@txstate.edu)
Writing is more fun with friends! Join us every week for a friendly session of academic writing, snacks, and good conversations. All students are welcome.

Hosted by Ron Haas, Director of Research and Writing at the Honors College.
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D-I-Y Honors: How do I graduate in Honors?

Cost:
Free
Contact:
Michelle Sotolongo (sotolongo@txstate.edu)
Take charge of your college education with our D-I-Y Honors series! 

In this series of sessions, we will be explaining ways you can get your honors credit hours, create an epic capstone project, and graduate with honors. Make the most of the opportunities that Honors College provides and start building your future with us at the Honors College. 

In this session, we will cover:
-Paths to graduation: traditional vs minor 
-What Honors courses can I take with my major? 

This session is recommended for freshmen and sophomores (0 - 60 hours).

RSVP and see more from this series here.
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Undergraduate Research Fellowships Info Session

Location:
Zoom Meeting; Zoom Meeting
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Ron Haas (rmh109@txstate.edu)
Are you looking for funding to help you with your research or creative project? Sign up for the Undergraduate Research Fellowships (URF) Information Session to learn more about this funding opportunity and how to apply. Click on the link to sign up and receive updates on this event → Click here for more information
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Location:
Lampasas Hall; LAMP 407
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Ron Haas (rmh109@txstate.edu)
Are you looking for funding to help you with your research or creative project? Sign up for the Undergraduate Research Fellowships (URF) Information Session to learn more about this funding opportunity and how to apply.

Limited seats! Click on the link to sign up and receive updates on this event →
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National Voter Registration Day

Location:
Outside Lampasas Hall
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Michelle Sotolongo (ms84@txstate.edu)
It's time to get ready to vote! Elections are about a whole lot more than just the Presidency. They decide everything from your US Rep down to your local school board. Learn about the races in your community & get registered to vote this National Voter Registration Day.

Community Partners will be stationed outside Lampasas Hall to help you get registered to vote.

Coffee Hour Advising with Melanie

Location:
LAMP 407; 407
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Melanie Liddle (mliddle@txstate.edu)
Need help with picking the right honors courses for your next semester? Swing by the Coffee Forum today and chat with our Honors Advisor, Melanie! She will be available to answer all your honors-related questions with no appointment needed. 

Undergraduate Research Fellowships Info Session

Location:
Zoom Meeting; Zoom Meeting
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Ron Haas (rmh109@txstate.edu)
Are you looking for funding to help you with your research or creative project? Sign up for the Undergraduate Research Fellowships (URF) Information Session to learn more about this funding opportunity and how to apply.

Limited seats! Click on the link to sign up and receive updates on this event →
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D-I-Y Honors: How to plan my capstone project?

Location:
LAMP 502B; LAMP 502B
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Heather Galloway (galloway@txstate.edu)
Take charge of your college education with our D-I-Y Honors series! 

In this series of sessions, we will be explaining ways you can get your honors credit hours, create an epic capstone project, and graduate with honors.

Make the most of the opportunities that Honors College provides and start building your future with us at the Honors College. 

In this session, we will cover:
-How to find a research advisor. 
-Different ways to get started. 
-How big is a capstone project and what forms can it take? 
-What are possible academic paths to the capstone and when do I take them? 

This session is recommended for sophomore and juniors (0 - 90 credit hours).

RSVP and see more from this series here.
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Coffee Hour Advising with Melanie

Location:
LAMP 407; 407
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Melanie Liddle (mliddle@txstate.edu)
Need help with picking the right honors courses for your next semester? Swing by the Coffee Forum today and chat with our Honors Advisor, Melanie! She will be available to answer all your honors-related questions with no appointment needed. 

Community Night: Game Night

Location:
LAMP 407; LAMP 407
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Honors College (honors@txstate.edu)
Join us for a night of video games, classic board games and pizza! 

Come as you are, meet fellow honors students, and say hi to the Dean. You can also sign up for video game tournament on the spot! 
Cost:
Free
Contact:
ugresearch@txstate.edu.
Application Deadline for the Fall 2025 Semester is Monday, Sept. 29!

Funding to support the Undergraduate Research Fellowships (URF) is provided by various colleges, schools, and departments at TXST. They also offer student stipend funding from an external source, Quanta Services Fellowships.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to attend a Pre-Application Workshop to ensure proper formatting of their proposal. 

If you have questions about URF or want to request example applications, please email ugresearch@txstate.edu.
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Coffee Hour Advising with Melanie

Location:
LAMP 407; 407
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Melanie Liddle (mliddle@txstate.edu)
Need help with picking the right honors courses for your next semester? Swing by the Coffee Forum today and chat with our Honors Advisor, Melanie! She will be available to answer all your honors-related questions with no appointment needed. 

D-I-Y Honors: How do I graduate in Honors?

Cost:
Free
Contact:
Michelle Sotolongo (sotolongo@txstate.edu)
Take charge of your college education with our D-I-Y Honors series! 

In this series of sessions, we will be explaining ways you can get your honors credit hours, create an epic capstone project, and graduate with honors. Make the most of the opportunities that Honors College provides and start building your future with us at the Honors College. 

In this session, we will cover:
-Paths to graduation: traditional vs minor 
-What Honors courses can I take with my major? 

This session is recommended for freshmen and sophomores (0 - 60 hours).

RSVP and see more from this series here.
Click here for more information
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Coffee Hour Advising with Melanie

Location:
LAMP 407; 407
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Melanie Liddle (mliddle@txstate.edu)
Need help with picking the right honors courses for your next semester? Swing by the Coffee Forum today and chat with our Honors Advisor, Melanie! She will be available to answer all your honors-related questions with no appointment needed. 

Pop-up Honors Advising with Michelle

Location:
Cibolo Hall
3rd Floor Lounge
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Michelle Sotolongo
ms84@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:
Honors College
Prepare for Spring 2025 registration with our Honors Advisor, Michelle Sotolongo! No appointment needed.  Click here for more information
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Pop-up Honors Advising with Michelle

Location:
Cibolo Hall
1st Floor Lounge
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Michelle Sotolongo
ms84@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:
Honors College
Prepare for Spring 2025 registration with our Honors Advisor, Michelle Sotolongo! No appointment needed.  Click here for more information
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D-I-Y Honors: How to enroll in Honors Capstone?

Location:
Zoom Meeting
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Ron Haas (rmh109@txstate.edu)
Take charge of your college education with our D-I-Y Honors series! 

In this series of sessions, we will be explaining ways you can get your honors credit hours, create an epic capstone project, and graduate with honors. Make the most of the opportunities that Honors College provides and start building your future with us at the Honors College. 

In this session, we will cover:
-I have a project and I’m ready to sign up. How does the registration process work? 
-When should I register? 
-What can I expect during my Capstone semester? 
-Differences between HON 4390B/HON 4090 

This session is recommended for juniors (60+ credit hours).

RSVP to receive Zoom meeting link here.
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Coffee Hour Advising with Melanie

Location:
LAMP 407; 407
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Melanie Liddle (mliddle@txstate.edu)
Need help with picking the right honors courses for your next semester? Swing by the Coffee Forum today and chat with our Honors Advisor, Melanie! She will be available to answer all your honors-related questions with no appointment needed. 

Community Night: Trivia Time!

Location:
Lampasas Hall; LAMP 407
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Honors College (honors@txstate.edu)
Come with your friends to make a team of 3 - 4 or make a team on the spot with other fellow honors peers. 

Coffee Hour Advising with Melanie

Location:
LAMP 407; 407
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Melanie Liddle (mliddle@txstate.edu)
Need help with picking the right honors courses for your next semester? Swing by the Coffee Forum today and chat with our Honors Advisor, Melanie! She will be available to answer all your honors-related questions with no appointment needed. 

Coffee Hour Advising with Melanie

Location:
LAMP 407; 407
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Melanie Liddle (mliddle@txstate.edu)
Need help with picking the right honors courses for your next semester? Swing by the Coffee Forum today and chat with our Honors Advisor, Melanie! She will be available to answer all your honors-related questions with no appointment needed. 

Pop-up Honors Advising with Michelle

Location:
Cibolo Hall
1st Floor Lounge
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Michelle Sotolongo
ms84@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:
Honors College
Prepare for Spring 2025 registration with our Honors Advisor, Michelle Sotolongo! No appointment needed.  Click here for more information
more about event

D-I-Y Honors: How do I graduate in Honors?

Cost:
Free
Contact:
Michelle Sotolongo (sotolongo@txstate.edu)
Take charge of your college education with our D-I-Y Honors series! 

In this series of sessions, we will be explaining ways you can get your honors credit hours, create an epic capstone project, and graduate with honors. Make the most of the opportunities that Honors College provides and start building your future with us at the Honors College. 

In this session, we will cover:
-Paths to graduation: traditional vs minor 
-What Honors courses can I take with my major? 

This session is recommended for freshmen and sophomores (0 - 60 hours).

RSVP and see more from this series here.
Click here for more information
more about event