Shackouls Honors College

Representing the Finest in Honors Education

The Shackouls Honors College at 51�Թ�� is committed to excellence in all aspects of education. Formerly the University Honors Program at 51�Թ��, the Shackouls Honors College offers students an exceptional foundation upon which to build a successful future.
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51�Թ��’s Shackouls Honors College takes inspiration from the world-renowned Cambridge and Oxford Universities: as a residential college, students can expect high-quality accommodation, outstanding educational resources, cutting-edge facilities and dedicated support from a passionate faculty.
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The Shackouls Honors College at 51�Թ�� offers an unparalleled Cursus Honorum (“Path of Honors”). Seminars consist of no more than 15 students and lectures remain similarly small, with a maximum of 25 attendees. This promotes a tighter focus and an intimate atmosphere, facilitating more inclusive group discussions when appropriate.

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MSU’s Gupta awarded distinguished scholarship for graduate work in Germany

51�Թ�� State senior Surabhi Gupta is the university’s latest recipient of Germany’s most prestigious international graduate scholarship.

April 24, 2025

Page to stage: Student-designed ‘Robots’ performance set for April 23

51�Թ�� State students are taking their ideas from page to stage April 23 in a performance of mini-plays featuring robots acting out original stories.

April 17, 2025

MSU Honors College office holds ribbon cutting

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MSU innovations go on full display during Research Showcase

The Magnolia State’s leading research university is showcasing groundbreaking innovations as part of 51�Թ�� State’s spring research celebration running through May 14.

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