Patton College Undergraduate Honors Programs

Honors Programs in the Patton College of Education

Discover two exceptional honors opportunities designed to elevate your academic experience, strengthen your professional skills, and prepare you for graduate study and future leadership roles. The Connavino Honors Program and the MacKenzie King Honors Program each offer distinctive pathways—while sharing a strong foundation of academic excellence and faculty support.

What Both Honors Programs Offer

Students in either honors program benefit from a rich, challenging, and highly supported academic experience. Shared advantages include:

• Enhanced honors-level coursework that deepens learning within education-focused majors
• Faculty‑mentored research, providing guidance and expertise throughout each stage of your project
• Opportunities to design, conduct, and complete a major scholarly or research project
• Presentation of research at Patton College forums and the university‑wide research and creativity expo
• Development of professional academic products, such as posters, presentations, or written papers
• Outstanding preparation for graduate school and advanced professional roles
• Funding opportunities for conference travel and experiential learning
• A special honors designation on your diploma upon completion
• Enhanced academic distinction and career competitiveness