http://engage.shc.psu.edu Blogging from the SHC Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:46:01 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Be a part of the legendary HOINA course. This course is in its 11th year and is life-transforming. We will have more videos and reports from students linked here in the next month or so, but here is the main information: What is HOINA? HOINA 2010 Homes Of The Indian Nation Have you ... http://engage.shc.psu.edu/?p=677 From the Penn State Newswire: Wisniewski featured in Sports Illustrated Kids Penn State center Stefen Wisniewski (Bridgeville) is featured in the November issue of Sports Illustrated Kids. A junior majoring in secondary education, a story on Wisniewski and his typical weekday during the football season appears in the magazine. A 2008 second team ESPN The ... http://engage.shc.psu.edu/?p=673 UPDATE: As students are filling out the application more are finding their way to this post. Please see the comments below for some FAQ and my answers. One important note that I have moved up to the top of the post: deadlines. The priority deadline is November 30th. Earlier than that ... http://engage.shc.psu.edu/?p=402 I am very pleased to invite everyone (and anyone!) to attend a lecture presented by Marine Explorer, Activist, Educator and Filmmaker Jean-Michel Cousteau on Monday, October 19 at 8:00 p.m. in Schwab Auditorium. Environmental speaker Jean-Michel Cousteau continues the legacy of his father, the legendary ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau, as a ... http://engage.shc.psu.edu/?p=668 Last week the news went out that Simmons Dining Hall would be closing at the end of this academic year. That space will be renovated to provide a number of new rooms, similar to the renovations that occurred in McElwain last year. The good news is that those rooms are ... http://engage.shc.psu.edu/?p=666 I sat down with Penn State's own astronaut Dr. James A. Pawelczyk ’85g. Dr. P has also been an honors advisor and faculty member in residence! In this interview he also gives valuable advice about doing an honors thesis. So head over to iTunes and subscribe to our podcast! Direct link to ... http://engage.shc.psu.edu/?p=664 Last night, had things gone as planned, honors students along with athletes and graduate students, would have been able to register for their classes. This early registration is a privilege that Schreyer Scholars and a few others enjoy and as usual there was a "registration party" in Atherton computer lab. ... http://engage.shc.psu.edu/?p=659 This morning an AP story has been picked up around the country about our innovative fundraising initiative that was begun by several of our students' parents to help other Scholars who are in financial need. This special appeal encourages parents who are able to do so to make a gift ... http://engage.shc.psu.edu/?p=655 Today is the day for news! Penn State seventh in Washington Monthly national rankings Washington Monthly has once again recognized Penn State for its ability to prepare students to be valuable citizens. The University is ranked No. 7 in the publication's 2009 College Guide and Rankings. Washington Monthly is a political, inside-the beltway publication that ... http://engage.shc.psu.edu/?p=653 Our signature course Leadership Jumpstart is featured in the Collegian today. Read it here. Judy Ozment wants her Leadership JumpStart students to ask themselves if being a good leader means they have to be the boss. Launched in the fall of 2000, EDTHP 234H (Leadership JumpStart) is an intensive honors course that ... http://engage.shc.psu.edu/?p=650