Welcome to the world of Honors! Daemen University Honors students exemplify a passion for learning, research, and community engagement. You are encouraged to contact any one of them to learn more about the Honors Program from their perspective. We hope you will decide to apply!
Why I chose Daemen
I chose Daemen because of its small campus and class sizes. I wanted to be able to have a personal relationship with all of my professors. Daemen also has very great science programs that will help prepare me for a future in the medical field.
What made me want to join the Honors Program
I wanted to join the honors because I wanted to be held to a higher standard. I wanted to be challenged in my courses to perform to the best of my ability. I also wanted to associate with people that shared the same ambition that I do.
What I enjoy about the Honors program
I enjoy the people that are a part of the honors program. The Honors program provides an opportunity for me to get to know more people that I usually wouldn't associate with. The people in the Honors program are very close and provide a sense of family on campus.
Fun Fact
My favorite ice cream flavor is Dark Chocolate Raspberry.
Why I chose Daemen
I chose to enroll at Daemen because from my first visit I loved the atmosphere of the campus. As a smaller school, Daemen makes it easier to connect with other students and faculty and develop meaningful relationships.
What made me want to join the Honors Program
I joined the Honors Program because I wanted to become a part of a group of like-minded students. Those who are interested in learning and in taking the extra step to do work they enjoy.
What I enjoy about the Honors Program
My favorite thing about the Honors Program is that we have a great community of members. We work to support each other and create an environment that encourages academic growth.
Fun Fact
My favorite hobby is painting
Why I chose Daemen
I loved the small atmosphere as well as the many opportunities a small university like Daemen offers. More specifically, the excellent Physical Therapy program along with the triathlon team. Also, I was extremely impressed with the people at Daemen- they genuinely wanted me to be a student at Daemen and did their best to make sure my experience excelled here compared to other colleges.
What made me want to join the honors program
Any challenge to better yourself is something I strive to chase, even if it scares me. From the outside, the Honors Program may look like just a bunch of added work, but there are so many hidden opportunities within the responsibilities of the Honors Program. Not only does it look good for future employers and scholarship applications, but working with professors in contracts allows you to get to know your professors better, which gives you highly educated, responsible people to write recommendations for you, and improves your overall learning experience. Also, there is so much opportunity for personal growth within the contracts: improving your knowledge, connections, researching and time management skills, etc.
What I enjoy about the honors program
I love how accepting the people within the Honors Program are of everyone involved. Beginning college I felt so alone at first, but the Honors Program provided me with fun people who made me feel safe to be myself. I also enjoy the activities the Honors Program has to offer, from various parties to group trips.
Fun fact
I am a triplet from a small town called Speedway, IN where I live with my parents, siblings, two dogs, and chinchilla.
Why I chose Daemen
I chose Daemen because of the opportunity to get into classrooms early on. Before I start student teaching, I will have spent over 100 hours in classrooms working with students and teaching lessons.
What made me want to join the honors program
I wanted to challenge myself throughout my academic career. I was able to gain a deeper knowledge into specific topics within the education field through my honors projects.
What I enjoy about the honors program
I love how flexible the program is. I can complete the honors requirements on topics that I am specifically interested in the classes that are required for my program.
Fun fact
I have driven cross-country three times.