Eastern Illinois University Sandra and Jack Pine Honors College

Eastern Illinois University Sandra and Jack Pine Honors College The Sandra and Jack Pine Honors College is a center for academic excellence and leadership in the University.

EIU’s Pine Honors College helps strong students excel by providing exceptional Honors classes, service and extracurricular opportunities, and support for undergraduate research and study abroad. We encourage academically talented students to fully develop their potential through completion of suitable coursework in small classes taught by excellent faculty. Dedicated to nurturing students intellec

tually, the Honors College helps students be prepared to pursue their interests upon graduation. The Honors College also encourages students to involve themselves in undergraduate research and creative activity, community service, study abroad experiences, and professional internships. This provision of an integrated academic experience contributes to Eastern Illinois University's acclaim as a university accomplished in teaching and research and focused on its graduates' success. The Eastern Illinois University Honors College was founded as the Honors Program in 1982 to meet the needs of academically talented students and to encourage intellectual and social growth. Students interested in small classes, a caring faculty and administrators, and carefully thought out courses of study should think about joining the Honors College. The Honors College provides honors housing, advising, scholarships, research grants, priority registration, and, most importantly, a professional and committed staff. Since 1982 we have grown to include over 500 students representing all colleges and a plethora of majors.

Thank you for a fantastic school year! 💙🐾 Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable summer! ☀️
05/16/2026

Thank you for a fantastic school year! 💙🐾 Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable summer! ☀️

Congratulations to Megan Wise, recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Honors Faculty Award! 🏆 Professor Wise serves in the ...
05/15/2026

Congratulations to Megan Wise, recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Honors Faculty Award! 🏆 Professor Wise serves in the Department of Public Health and Nutrition. She was nominated by two Honors students graduating with the Class of 2026 – Desiree Heimbecker and Sophie Kattenbraker. Both Desiree and Sophie emphasized Professor Wise’s kindness and mentorship. Desiree, who works in EMS, described how she will work to emulate Professor Wise’s passion when she provides community education. Sophie wrote about life lessons learned from Professor Wise: “Mrs. Wise is a very busy person and consistently shows up for everyone in her life, whether that be her students, family, or coworkers. … She is always very present, engaged, and intentional with the time she gives others. Watching how she manages multiple responsibilities while still giving her full attention to the people around her has taught me that how you treat others and show up for them truly matters.” Professor Wise – we are grateful for your dedication and thoughtful mentorship to students! 💙

Congratulations to Keegan Bottom, recipient of the 2026 Herbert Lasky Outstanding Graduating Senior in Honors Award! 🥇Gr...
05/14/2026

Congratulations to Keegan Bottom, recipient of the 2026 Herbert Lasky Outstanding Graduating Senior in Honors Award! 🥇Graduating summa cm laude with a double major in history and philosophy and minor in studio art, Keegan earned the University Honors Laureate distinction and Departmental Honors distinction in history. 📚 Keegan’s honors thesis, titled “Toward a Progressive City: Earlville, Illinois and How Ideas Shape Historical Developments,” examined the town’s development from its first settlement in the 1840s through the Progressive Era of the early 20th century. Describing Keegan, Dr. Edmund Wehrle wrote, “In a quarter century of teaching on the collegiate level, I have never had a student with as much intellectual curiosity.” Outside the classroom, Keegan was an integral member of the Association of Honors Students for four years, serving as president this year. We are proud of you, Keegan, and grateful for your commitment to Honors! 💙

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓 University Honors distinctions (University Honors Laureate, Honors Scholar, or D...
05/13/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓 University Honors distinctions (University Honors Laureate, Honors Scholar, or Departmental Honors) were awarded to 60 graduates, many of whom were able to join us for a celebration Friday afternoon! 🎉 To our graduates – thank you for spending your undergraduate years with us! It has been a joy to watch you learn and grow! We will be cheering for you as you take the next step towards your personal and professional goals! To the families of our graduates – thank you for entrusting your students to us during these years! It has been a gift to know them and work with them! 💙

Thank you to the students who joined Dean England and The Association of Honors Students at Lake Charleston for a picnic...
05/07/2026

Thank you to the students who joined Dean England and The Association of Honors Students at Lake Charleston for a picnic last week! 🧺

Please join The Association of Honors Students for a picnic at Lake Charleston! 🧺 There will be food and rock painting! ...
04/29/2026

Please join The Association of Honors Students for a picnic at Lake Charleston! 🧺 There will be food and rock painting! 🎨 We will meet in the Taylor Hall lobby at 4:30 p.m. to carpool to the lake.

Please join Dean England for tea in the Taylor Hall lobby at 3 p.m. today! 💙🫖
04/24/2026

Please join Dean England for tea in the Taylor Hall lobby at 3 p.m. today! 💙🫖

We are grateful to President and Mrs. Gatrell, Dean England and Dr. Charlotte, and Dr. Bredesen for hosting graduating P...
04/23/2026

We are grateful to President and Mrs. Gatrell, Dean England and Dr. Charlotte, and Dr. Bredesen for hosting graduating Presidential Scholars and Association of Honors Students student-leaders for a progressive dinner last Sunday evening! To our students — thank you for your leadership and impact at EIU! We appreciate you! 💙

We are grateful to President and Mrs. Gatrell, Dean England and Dr. Charlotte, and Dr. Bredesen for hosting graduating P...
04/23/2026

We are grateful to President and Mrs. Gatrell, Dean England and Dr. Charlotte, and Dr. Bredesen for hosting graduating Presidential Scholars and Association of Honors Students student-leaders for a progressive dinner last Sunday evening! To our students -- thank you for your leadership and impact at EIU! We appreciate you! 💙

From music 🎶 and art 🎨, to robots 🤖 and nursing 🩺, EIU students are exploring it all! Please join us at EIU’s Student R...
04/21/2026

From music 🎶 and art 🎨, to robots 🤖 and nursing 🩺, EIU students are exploring it all! Please join us at EIU’s Student Research and Creative Activity Day tomorrow to interact with students and learn about their work! 💙 A full schedule of events is available at the link in our bio.

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