Honors Programs and the Humanities: the Last, Best Stand?

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My presentation will survey the historical and sustained connection between the humanities and honors programs in the United States. In a time where traditional liberal arts education is being systematically weakened, Honors Programs provide one of the few places where liberal humanism can thrive.

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Feb 25th, 8:15 AM

Honors Programs and the Humanities: the Last, Best Stand?

My presentation will survey the historical and sustained connection between the humanities and honors programs in the United States. In a time where traditional liberal arts education is being systematically weakened, Honors Programs provide one of the few places where liberal humanism can thrive.