+ why you cant say no to honors a guide for students
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Why You Can’t Say “NO” to
HonorsA Guide for Students
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors What We Are An academic program at Bergen Community College
Offering Honors sections of General Education courses
At no special cost to you
Geared to meet the needs of the brightest students
For freshmen, transfer and continuing students who meet ONE of the criteria
Combined SAT score of 1700 or higher Accuplacer score of 275 or higher in English College GPA of 3.4 or higher A professor’s or a counselor’s recommendation For Honors Mathematics, a minimum Math SAT score of 600
OR Math Placement exam 90-120
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors Benefits
Small classes
Top professors
Four-year college atmosphere
Friends who share intellectual interests
Early registration privilege
Access to Honors Advising
Access to Honors Lounge
A red and gold cord and tassel at graduation
Honors Diploma
Honors Awards
Greater opportunities for transfer and scholarships
+ Judith K. Winn School of Honors Small Classes
There are 8 to 20 students in each section
More personal attention More student participation
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors Top Professors
Honors Students receive the benefit of being taught by professors who are: Dedicated Informed Available Interested in your progress
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors Four-Year College Atmosphere
Honors classes offer an atmosphere of intellectual challenge and excellent progress, much like the four-year college.
You will find:
Motivated students An excellent study atmosphere Research focus Study groups Conference Participation
+ Judith K. Winn School of Honors Meet New Friends
Too many friends already?!
Meet others like you in the classroom
Get involved in the Honors Association activities
Come to the Honors Association events
Visit the Honors Lounge in Honors Hall
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors Priority Registration
School of Honors students have a Priority Registration privilege set to Day 1
Make a convenient schedule for yourself In WebAdvisor, select the semester and “Honors” to
see a full listing of courses REGISTER EARLY
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors Recommendations
We recommend you take one or two Honors courses
per semester To obtain an Honors degree in all transfer programs,
you need 18 honors credits The Honors-by-Contract is an option available to you if
you have taken at least four courses we offer, and you
still need credits to graduate with honors, and for an
independent study in advanced courses
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors Academic Conferences and Publication• Honors students have an opportunity to participate in student conferences
Beacon Conference Northeastern Honors Conference JKW School of Honors Student Conference New Jersey Women’s and Gender Studies
Conference• Selected papers are published in The Bergen Scholar, our student academic journal
+ Judith K. Winn School of Honors Advisement Please schedule an appointment with Dr. Makowiecka
as soon as you can We’ll answer your questions about our School Help you plan your course of Honors study Help you design an individual Special Project to Make
the World a Better Place – see The Honorary for details The complete Honors Faculty Advisement Schedule will
be posted on the web site
+ Judith K. Winn School of Honors Diploma
Students obtaining an AS associates degree in Science or an AA associates degree in Arts must successfully complete 18 credits in Honors courses
Students obtaining an AAS must take 12 credits in Honors courses and maintain an overall GPA of 3.4
Students who complete the JKW School of Honors requirements graduate with an Honors degree in their major, receive an Honors Award, and a red and gold cord and tassel
Note: Students enrolled in certificate degree programs are ineligible to receive an honors diploma
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors Honors Association
The Honors Association is a student club that supports the mission of the JKW School of Honors
Honors students are automatically its members
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors HA Events: Honors Week
Features academic programs such as lectures, mini-conferences and seminars
Features social events for students and families
Is held in October and April
Is open to the whole college community
Always needs student volunteers
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors To Register Simple, quick and easy If you meet ONE of the requirements to qualify for Honors
courses, you can register for an Honors course of your
choice using the WebAdvisor All registered students gave access to a WebAdvisor
account In case you need help, contact the office at 201-493-3567 Once you meet your Honors course professor, you will be
asked to sign an Honors Contract given to you by your
professor
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors Contact Information
Dr. Maria Makowiecka [email protected] Director Honors Hall 3 and Pitkin L-329 ~ Phone 201-447-9281
Mrs. Wendy Dodge [email protected] Honors Assistant Honors Hall 1 ~ Phone 201-493-3567
+Judith K. Winn School of Honors Last Word
We are available to provide you with more information as needed,
and help you get involved in our
community activities to maximize the benefits of your
Honors status at Bergen
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