Don’t tell me the sky’s the limit when there are footprints on the moon:It’s one of Sophia Emetu’s favorite quotes. Singer Paul Brandt’s lyrical line speaks to her hopefulness, her belief in setting goals and reaching them, her confidence in her own limitless potential. She knows she’s going to go far, that she’ll continue to climb […]
Each year, more than 200 freshmen in the Honors College at the College of Charleston participate in a unique community outreach program called Honors Engaged that provides more than 5,000 combined hours of service to the Charleston community. Founded in 2010 as a unique aspect of the Honors First Year Experience, the Honors Engaged program […]
Congratulations to Honors College student and William Aiken Fellow, James Peyla, on being named a 2016 Goldwater Scholar from a field of over 1,150 applicants. James is majoring in Marine Biology at the college and hopes to achieve a Ph.D. in Marine Biology as well. His career goal is to conduct research on the biology of […]
The Most Beautiful Campus in the Country Located in the heart of historic Charleston, SC, the College of Charleston has an aesthetic no other university can tout. By law, no building in the city is allowed to be taller than the steeple of St. Michael’s cathedral (the oldest surviving religious structure in Charleston), so […]
Honors students are striving not just to be great scholars, but global citizens. That’s why the Honors College encourages students to study abroad during their undergraduate careers. We gathered some of the blogs of students traveling this semester and even interviewed Honors junior Alex Worthy about the highlights of her experience! Olivia Cohen: Cape […]
Living in Charleston isn’t cheap. This amazing city is full of opportunities for culture, nightlife, shopping and eating; yet while all that makes it an ideal tourist destination, being a full-time resident can be draining on a student’s wallet. We hunted for student discounts to help ease the pain of parting with your dollars. Rovertown: This […]
Are you looking for a student organization to join that’s active, exciting, affordable and takes advantage of Charleston’s waterfront location? Look no further than the College of Charleston Watersports Club. We spoke with president Adam Lea about what it means to be a part of this club. VK: When was the Watersports Club founded? AL: We […]
Every college student knows how important it is to perfect your resume or write a relevant cover letter. But increasingly, recruiters look to social networks to find candidates. And more are doing so than ever before—as many as 77% of companies (source). You might be thinking: I’m a college student. Why do I need a […]
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these upcoming events in the Charleston area! Johns Island Water Festival: $10, short drive What: Watersports, food trucks, live entertainment, and a dog park for your furry friend. Who: Anyone who wants to cool off in the late summer heat. Dogs welcome. When & Where: […]
According to the New York Times, your chances of getting a job after college (roughly six applicants for every one position) are worse than getting accepted into the University of Pennsylvania (1 in 5). That means the odds aren’t exactly ever in your favor. Luckily, Honors students know what it takes to set them apart […]