What is the Honors program?

HACC's Honors program:

• Welcomes students of all majors
• Provides curricular, co-curricular, and experiential educational opportunities
• Encourages the knowledge, skills, experience, critical thinking, and leadership abilities essential for a lifetime of integrative learning
• Offers discussion-based and interdisciplinary courses, linking developments in arts, humanities, sciences, and technology
• Promotes independent research

 

What will I gain?

• Class size limited to no more than 15 students: (pdf) 
• Dynamic learning environment for highly motivated students
• Discussion-oriented, seminar-style instruction 
• Exceptional faculty committed to student success 
• Experiential learning activities 
• Scholarship opportunities 
• Transfer opportunities 
• Dedicated Honors Counselor
• Honors Program designation on the official transcript

 

Who can I contact for more information? 

For more information about the program, please send an email to honors@hacc.edu or contact one of the Honors Program Co-Directors:  

David Liu,
Honors Program Director                                 
drliu@hacc.edu
717-780-2517

Iva Balic,
Honors Program Coordinator, Harrisburg Campus
ibalic@hacc.edu
717-780-2557

Sarah Jacobson, Ph.D.
Honors Program Coordinator, Lancaster Campus
srjacobs@hacc.edu
717-358-2949

 

Testimonials from Honors students

Matthew Manotti: "The Honors Program is specifically designed for students who enjoy their job: being a student. If you love to learn for learning's sake, you belong here."

Christine Mackey: "The classes have been by far the most rewarding I have taken. They are taught in such a different style that not only does it make you think, but it also engages you and captures your attention. You don't have to be super-smart either, just have an open mind and an eagerness to learn."

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