What is expected from a University Fellow?
Attend all Fellows gatherings
- General meetings (September, November, & February)
- Research presentations (one set in the fall and one set in the spring semesters on student’s research progress)
- Honors convocation (mid September)
- Symposium (final research presentations in mid April)
- Honors recognition ceremony (early May)
Present progress of research to Fellows and advisors 4 times during the academic year
- Fall research presentation (mid October)
- Spring research presentation (early February)
- Student Research Week — oral or poster presentation (late March – early April)
- Symposium (mid April)
Present research findings in an “honors worthy” senior thesis
- Follow the format and submission guidelines as described in the Thesis Manual.
- Adhere to guidelines for citing sources and labeling graphics as set by a reputable source, such as a journal or style manual, in the student’s academic field.
- Develop thesis content as directed by Fellows faculty advisor.
Meet with Fellows faculty advisor regularly
- Meet with faculty advisor as required for 485, preferably at least once a week.
- Discuss progress toward research and development of thesis and presentations.
Register for 6 hours of course credit
- Either six 485 hours (3 fall/spring)
- Or three 485 hours and one ENGL 301 course (3 hours) for spring semester
Submit interim documents for review and present findings
- Complete progress report with advisor (early December)
- Write abstract or lay summary as required for TAMU Student Research Week (March), and submit it to Honors Program Office.
- Participate in TAMU Student Research Week by presenting poster or oral presentation.
Maintain 3.4 GPR
As a participant in an Honors program, Fellows must maintain a 3.4 GPR (3.4 if following Catalog 126 or below, 3.5 GPR if following Catalog 127 or above) through graduation, which is essential to upholding the high standards set by the Honors Programs Office and which is required for students to receive the Fellows distinction at graduation and on the transcript.
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