Details: | Join Melissa Isaac, Gizhwaasod: Protector of the Young, to discuss how the Michigan Department of Education through the Indigenous Education Initiative works with tribal nations throughout the state to develop and maintain an authentic and meaningful consultative relationship. The focus of the initiative is to build a cohesive and sustainable approach for collaboration between tribes, the state, and local entities to address educational issues and shared priorities on behalf of Indigenous learners and communities in Michigan. |
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Bovee UC Terrace Rooms 103 E. Preston Rd. Mt. Pleasant, Michigan Get directions |
Sponsor: | Office for Institutional Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Office of Indigenous Affairs |
Contact: | Dr. Nikita Murry murry1n@cmich.edu 989-774-7318 |
Honors Program
A community of scholars since 1961
Our program offers a comprehensive and immersive academic experience for bright, talented, and highly motivated students who are passionate about personal growth, critical and creative thinking , and the pursuit of meaning.
Honors students:
- Receive 75% of all President's and Provost's Research Awards and other awards each year.
- Present, publish and perform their scholarly works locally, regionally and nationally.
- Plan on continuing their education or have employment offers after graduation. More than 50% of graduates last year planned to attend graduate programs.
- Participate in a study abroad experience. Almost 20% of our students take part in study abroad programs each year and have traveled to all seven continents!
- Are committed to to civic engagement. Our current student body has completed more than 20,000 hours of community service, and raised thousands of dollars for local charities through philanthropy projects.
How do I apply for the Centralis Scholarship?
- Apply to CMU at fireup.cmich.edu/apply or the Common App.
- Meet the minimum high school GPA of 3.7. Students who apply with this GPA listed are automatically sent a link to the Centralis application.
- Use the link in your applicant portal to complete the Centralis application.
Applications have closed for this cycle.
Vision statement
The CMU Honors Program will serve the University by fostering a diverse community of scholars committed to academic excellence, intellectual engagement, and social responsibility.
Mission statement
Providing high academic ability students with unique educational opportunities and experiences, the CMU Honors Program challenges students to aim higher and to achieve more academically, personally, and professionally for the greater good of our disciplines, our society, and our world.
Core values
The primary values that guide the implementation of the Honors Program mission include:
- Critical thought, scholarly inquiry, and creative expression
- Respect and appreciation for diverse peoples and ideas in a global society
- High standards for integrity and personal aspirations
- Active citizenship and service for the greater good
If the Honors Program vision, mission, and core values are a good fit with your own goals, and if you share in the desire to fully engage in the life of the university, then we invite you to be part of our community of academic leaders, critical and creative thinkers, and agents of transformation.