The Honors College provides bright, motivated students the opportunity for an excellent education at one of the nation’s oldest and most beautiful campuses. The curriculum is rooted in a strong liberal arts tradition, but also addresses contemporary issues using up-to-date technologies and methods of learning. Honors students take responsibility for their own learning through class discussions, interaction with faculty, and independent research. Honors College students, faculty, and staff create a living-learning community that provides students with the academic challenge and personal attention that enables them to flourish and evolve into leaders in their communities and the world.