The Honors Experience

the honors experience

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Ivory Tower to Marketplace

Moore School of Business

Ivory Tower to Marketplace is a Maymester course designed to provide students an introduction into entrepreneurship in a real-world setting. In May 2010, students visited SensorTech and attended the Innoventure Southeast Conference in Greenville, SC which is designed to bring entrepreneurs and venture capitalists together. Students used teamwork to complete the Saluda Shoals Real Team Challenge Course and gained insight into the university technology transfer process from research specialists and entrepreneurs.

In May 2009, eight students were organized into two competing teams. They were tasked to produce business plans to commercialize a piece of USC technology. The course stressed an interdisciplinary approach to business, so teams were composed of a mixture of science majors and business majors. Over one month, students learned the basics of entrepreneurship and gas sensing, researched the gas detector industry, wrote a business plan, and presented it to a panel including the dean of the business school, the dean of the Honors College, the South Carolina Secretary of Commerce, and many others..

The Honors Experience

As part of the Honors College, you'll have access to a world-class academic program along with enrichment opportunities that include internships, service learning, student research, and study away. You'll have the option to join numerous Honors and University organizations and to live in our brand-new, state-of-the-art Honors Residence. We encourage you to learn more about The Honors Experience and to come visit us soon!

Academics

Fuel your ongoing educational journey at the Honors College. We encourage you to learn more about the breadth and depth of the academic community at the Honors College, including a variety of comprehensive resources to support your pursuit.

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Advisement

At the Honors College, you’ll receive more attention and support than you imagined possible at a large university. Your Honors College advisor will help you make the most of your experience.

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Honors Council

The Honors Council provides support, programs, and activities for Honors College students. It is just one of many ways you can get involved on campus.

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Housing

Opened in the Fall of 2009, the Honors College is pleased to offer a brand-new residence hall for Honors students. The Honors Residence offers state-of-the- art amenities for living and learning, including suite-style living arrangements, a dining hall, and community gathering areas. In addition, Honors College juniors and seniors have the option of apartment-style housing on the Historic Horseshoe.

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Scholarships

In addition to the general University scholarships received by many of our students, the Honors offers a limited number of academic scholarships for current and continuing Honors College students.

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Student Resources

The Honors College website is a resource for current students. Explore online forms, the Honors College student handbook, and more.

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