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Faculty Resources


Thesis Committee Petition

If a student would like to include someone who is adjunct, visiting, or emeritus faculty, or a post-doctoral fellow, the department Honors Coordinator will have to petition to the College Honors Committee for approval. If the committee member is approved, they can serve on committees for 3 years. View the program calendar for petition deadlines.

Thesis Committee Petition Form

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. To pursue Honors on an alternative timeline, the following are required:

  • Students must request permission from their departmental honors coordinator,
  • Honors coordinators must notify the College Honors Program administrators, and
  • Students must pursue honors for two consecutive semesters (not including summer semester).

If a student has decided to withdraw from the Honors Program, the student must notify both the College Honors Program Administrator and your Departmental Honors Coordinator by completing the withdrawal form. If dropping after the College withdrawal deadlines, they must work with their advisor and/or honors coordinator to finish the honors course in which they are enrolled.