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News & Notes Mission

From the basement of the Honors House to the attic of DeHority, through Park's hallways, off campus, and beyond; News & Notes brings you an inside look at Honors life at Ball State. 

This student-run publication is dedicated to highlighting students and faculty whose creativity and drive make being in the Honors College worthwhile. 

For everyone from curious incoming freshman to current students to nostalgic alumni, News & Notes is here to bring you all of the perks and quirks of the Honors experience.

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Name: Claire Boenitz
Year: Sophomore 
Major: Psychology

The Honors College is a huge draw because it's a small, tight-knit community within a bigger school. It's also a chance to meet people who are like-minded in the sense that they're academic and discussion-oriented, but at the same time are very diverse. There's a lot to learn from both the classes offered by the Honors College and the people. Getting to use critical thinking, expand my perspective and discuss relevant topics with people from all different backgrounds are all opportunities I can thank the  Honors College for, and I love being a part of it.
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Name: Kayla D'Alessandro
Year: Senior
Major: Telecommunications: Sales and Promotions
Minor: German
I chose to be in the Honors College, because it was a challenging opportunity. The Honors College takes what you learn in class and applies it to the real world, which makes learning fun and motivating. 
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Name: Hannah Derleth    
Year: Sophomore
Majors: Journalism and Marketing
 
I joined the Honors College because I know I thrive when I’m in a classroom with other students who want to be there and expand their minds as well. I wanted to broaden my horizons and escape my comfort zone, and expose myself to ideas and values different from my own—I’ll say, my current honors class hasn’t let me down yet! I am so thankful to be surrounded by like-minded people who love learning like I do
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Name: Olivia Power
Year: Senior
Major: English Rhetoric and Writing
Minors: Spanish and sociology

I chose to be in the Honors College in order to advance my writing skills as well as my ability to work as part of a team. I would like to work in a writing field after I graduate, and I believe that an Honors degree will help me to realize that goal by providing a solid foundation in writing, critical thinking, and experience with others within the Ball State Honors community.
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Name: Liz Young
Year: Senior
Major: Journalism Graphics and Magazine


Choosing the Honors College meant choosing to constantly challenge myself. While that sounds really exhausting—and sometimes it is—it also has allowed me to explore different sides of myself and meet some amazing people. The small, discussion-based classes are what brought me into the Honors College; the friends I’ve made in those classes is what keeps me here.


Editors
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Name: Maryanne Cox
Year: Senior
Major: Telecommunications
Minor: Spanish


When I joined the Honors College I knew that it would be a bit of a challenge for me, but I’ve found that being challenged, and even uncomfortable at times, in the classroom is the only way you learn. You have to put yourself outside of your comfort zone, and it seemed like honors courses were the best chance of finding that. Honors courses have really helped to broaden my perspective and deepen my thinking, and so far have been some of my favorite courses at Ball State. I’m very glad I decided to join. ​
Name: Noah Patterson
Year: Senior

Major: English Rhetoric and Writing
Minors: Communication Studies and Literature


I chose to be in the Honors College because I wanted to be in a community of students who are diverse and dedicated to what they believe in. By being in the Honors College, I feel I am making the most out of my education at Ball State University and will be prepared for my future.
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