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University Honors: Multiple Pathways, One Supportive Community<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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At the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Honors education centers curiosity, community, and purpose. You join students who want to think deeply, create boldly, and use what they learn to strengthen the communities around them.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

University Honors\u00a0offers several pathways, each designed around different student goals. Whether you want to solve interdisciplinary challenges, lead in your community, or pursue research in your field, you will find mentorship, resources, and a community that supports your next step.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Across every pathway, you will have access to Honors coaching, early registration benefits, funded fellowship opportunities, and a peer network that helps you feel connected from the start.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

“When we bring curious, dedicated minds together and surround them with genuine encouragement, there is no limit to the problems they can solve. Our honors community is built to help you discover not just what you want to study, but the kind of difference you want to make in the world.”<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014\u00a0<\/span>Dr. Talisha Adams<\/span><\/b>, Senior Director, University Honors<\/p>\n<\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Distinct Pathways Built Around Your Purpose<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Chancellor\u2019s Honors Program (CHP)<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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For the curious problem-solver who wants to build human-centered solutions.<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Chancellor\u2019s Honors Program brings together students from every college to tackle real challenges through an 18-credit minor rooted in design thinking. If you want to ask deeper questions, work across\u00a0disciplines, and build\u00a0solutions\u00a0that serve real people, CHP\u00a0may be the right fit for you.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Explore the Chancellor’s Honors Program<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Haslam Leadership Scholars Program (HALS)<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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For students who want a close-knit leadership experience focused on community impact.<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Haslam Leadership Scholars Program brings together\u00a0a close\u00a0cohort of top scholars\u00a0who want to lead with purpose in\u00a0Tennessee and beyond.\u00a0Through rigorous study, hands-on leadership experiences, and community engagement, HALS helps you grow as a leader who can work with others to address real challenges.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Discover the Haslam Leadership Scholars Experience<\/a><\/div>\n
College & Departmental Honors Programs<\/span><\/div>\n
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For the focused innovator ready to dive deep into their chosen discipline.<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If\u00a0you want to go deeper in\u00a0your\u00a0major, college-level honors pathways\u00a0help you build advanced knowledge in fields such as\u00a0engineering, business, healthcare, nursing, and social work.\u00a0These programs connect honors work to your degree plan so you can build expertise without adding time to graduation.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Learn More about College Honors Pathways<\/a><\/p>\n

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What it Means to Be an Honors Vol<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Being an Honors Volunteer\u00a0means choosing\u00a0curiosity,\u00a0service,\u00a0and courage. Our scholars\u00a0conduct\u00a0undergraduate research, lead campus initiatives, study complex issues abroad, and serve\u00a0local communities\u00a0with\u00a0purpose.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When you choose an honors path on Rocky Top, you gain more than academic distinction.\u00a0You gain a home base,\u00a0lasting\u00a0relationships, and the confidence that your university stands behind your\u00a0biggest\u00a0ideas.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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