Renée Crown University Introduces Fresh Ceremonial Custom Through Honors Program
The Reneé Crown University Honors Program recently held its inaugural Assembly of Scholars on September 5, bringing together students, faculty, and guest speakers to celebrate the start of the new academic year. The event, which was open to all Honors Program students, featured speeches from several distinguished figures, each focusing on different aspects of community building, commitment, curiosity, and academic excellence. Katie Rogers '26 shared her excitement about finding new communities and making friends in the Honors Program. She emphasized the importance of embracing the diverse perspectives and experiences within the program. Laura Machia offered words of wisdom, encouraging students to be open to change and to lean into the messier parts of life and learning. She highlighted the importance of loving one's career, even if it doesn't align with initial career goals. Chidera Olalere '26 emphasized the importance of initiative and self-advocacy for academic success. She encouraged students to utilise resources such as the Syracuse Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement, campus labs, and faculty. She also advised students to take advantage of every opportunity and lean on the experiences of those around them. Allie Heppner told students that their identity as an Honors student is something they carry into everything they do. She emphasized that students are not alone and are part of something larger. Nathan Torabi highlighted the personal growth that comes from Honors requirements like the thesis and civic engagement. He encouraged students to think about their unique paths and embrace the diversity and challenge in the program. During his speech, Steve Sawyer asked students to stand and be recognised based on their academic disciplines. The lapel pins were distributed to students at the end of the program by Heppner. However, the search results do not provide specific information about which students Steve Sawyer addressed and asked to stand up and greet the various academic subjects present at the Assembly of Scholars. The Assembly of Scholars concluded with Machia leaving the crowd with more words of wisdom, encouraging students to find their passion and to never stop learning. The article was written by Charlotte Bingham, a member of the Reneé Crown University Honors Program and a double major in anthropology and digital humanities.
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