Application Open for the Martinson Summer Scholar Program

Students who are interested in conducting research or taking part in creative activity with Rowan faculty can get paid $2,000 for five weeks of work and $4,000 for ten weeks of work.

Applications are due 12/1 at 11:59pm

Apply for an ACE!

Are you engaging in educational opportunities that go beyond the classroom, like research, internships, or studying abroad? Honors alternative course experiences (ACEs) may replace one or more of your Honors course requirements.

Applications for ACEs are due Dec 1, 2026.

For more information, attend an Info Session

Oct 14th 6:30-7:30pm in Whitney 201 in-person

Nov 5th 5-6pm in Whitney 201 (hybrid in-person and virtual)

Speaking of ACEs...Consider Taking Monumaking this Spring 2027

Are you an artist, an engineer, or a maker? Are you interested in museum studies or public art? Would you like to explore what care looks like in practice: between people, across species, through landscapes, and within community? If so, register for this special topics sculpture course!

This course aligns with the Honors College’s Alternative Courses Experience program. You will earn 1 Honors credit for the Spring 27 semester through engaging in independent research, personal reflection and the collaborative creation of the installation at GFS.

To learn more about this course and how you can earn Honors credit, reach out to Dr. Emily Hyde (hyde@rowan.edu) or Professor Sam Horowitz (horowitzs@rowan.edu)

Course Info:

Name: Special Topics in Sculpture: Monumaking: Expanding the Commons of Care

Number: 09307

CRN: 25519

Class meeting times: Fridays, 9:30am - 3:15pm

Honors with Distinction

Want your graduate school application to stand out? Thinking about future job interviews and how you can showcase your skills? Consider Honors with Distinction!

The program offers the opportunity for independent research or creative expression, faculty mentorship, and special recognition at graduation. Must be in your second-to-last year at Rowan to apply.

If you are interested, reach out to Dr. Hyde to discuss.

Applications for HwD are due Dec 1, 2026.

Semester-Long Think Opportunities

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Computer Science Research Presentation Series- The CS Research Presentation Series is the go-to place to expose yourself to the latest research in different areas of Computer Science. Every Tuesday, a student or faculty member presents recently published top research, followed by a discussion. After each presentation, there is time to socialize.

Semester-Long Thrive Opportunities

Join an Honors Group- being a member of an Honors group and regularly attending meetings equals 2 Thrives. More details in the link below!

• Choir Group meets weekly on Mondays at 5pm
• Problem-Based Learning Group meets biweekly on Wednesdays at 7pm
• Book Group meets biweekly on Thursdays at 8pm
• Barkivoglio Group meets biweekly on Wednesdays at 6pm
• LGBTQ+ Group meets weekly on Wednesdays at 7:30pm
• Fiber Arts Group meets weekly on Mondays at 5:30pm

Semester-Long Share Opportunities

Fresh For All- every Friday from 8:30am-11am; Requires registration with the Office of Volunteerism and you MUST sign in. Add co-curricular transcript from Proflink to your Canvas submission for credit.

Breast Cancer Meal Care Delivery- Deliver a meal or care package to a patient in need throughout the semester. Sign up for Mondays (available now) or Tuesdays (TBD-check back for update). For additional information please email bcmc@rowan.edu

Scholarship and Funding Opportunities

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Barry Goldwater Scholarship-This scholarship opportunity is for students who intend to pursue research careers in the natural sciences, mathematics and engineering. This program awards scholarships of up to $7,500/year to current sophomores and juniors for their remaining 1-2 years of undergraduate education. 

Must submit the pre-application by October 30th

Honors Student Travel Fund-Honors students presenting at academic conferences may apply for a travel award from the Honors College. Funding is limited and competitive. Students must be in good academic (GPA above a 3.3 cumulative GPA) and community standing in order to be considered for this award.

Must apply by October 15th for late fall/early spring conferences