Gordon Honors Institute
Toward the pursuit of excellence
The Global Honors Institute is committed to a heightened level of academic and professional excellence during your college journey and beyond. When you join GHI you are joining a community of scholars comprised of scholarship programs for first-year students as well as honors programs for sophomores through seniors.
Four-Year Scholars Cohorts
Each program, built on the cohort model, captures innovative facets of Dr. Gordon’s legacy in scholarship, social impact, leadership, and faith. All of these opportunities include leadership development, internship opportunities, mentoring and community engaged learning.
A.J. Gordon Scholars
Cultivating the curiosity and character of emerging scholars and leaders.
Clarendon City Scholars
Preparing students to pursue careers as leaders in cities and urban areas around the country.
Dokes Ministry Scholars
Training students for ministry through a five-year dual-degree opportunity.
Global Scholars
Equipping thoughtful Christian leaders for lifelong global learning and engagement.
Scholarship Requirements
In order to remain eligible for these scholarships, students must maintain a Gordon 3.3 GPA and active engagement with program components year to year.
Opportunities for Upperclassmen
Gordon’s curricular Honors programs challenge qualifying students to extend their undergraduate pursuit at the highest academic level. Students will advance understanding in their academic disciplines and growing faith.
Current students may apply after their first semester.
Go the extra mile
Gordon houses a variety of other distinguished opportunities that students can pursue during their undergraduate studies. In addition, Gordon provides coaching and mentoring for aspiring scholars seeking national and international post graduate fellowships.
Vision & Values
Gordon Honors Institute programming centers on five values, which honors students explore deeply through trainings, speakers and events.
Leadership Development
Make connections and network with guest speakers and leaders in their field.
Dialogue Facilitation
Join a workshop on how to facilitate dialogue across unique experiences to better understand how to love, serve and partner with your neighbors.
Spiritual Formation
Go deeper on a retreat, join peers in studying scripture, and discover new ways of worshipping and communing with God.
Vocational Discernment
Be coached along your career preparation journey by an honors advisor, including personalized support for internships.
Community Engagement
Participate in local cultural experiences and service learning opportunities to broaden your perspective and clarify your purpose.