The motto of the Cormier Honors College is that “It’s not more work; it’s different work.” Scholarship, the final pillar of the Cormier Honors College, are thought of in a different way at Longwood University.  Academics treated differently in the Cormier Honors College in comparison to traditional schooling at other universities.  Being a Cormier Honors College student does not mean that you will just be taking extra classes or be receiving extra assignments. For example, in my Honors Citizen 110 Bodies and Citizens, we learned about the controversial history and then compared it to current events. Every week we would have group debates and give our own opinion on topics such as abortion and euthanasia. It felt good to have adult talks in class and not be judged. This class helped me learn that it is okay to have my own opinions and stick to them.

The Honors College is a support system for its students.  In this program, I am constantly being offered unique educational opportunities. With Honors, the classes I have taken take learning outside of the classroom and their lessons can be applied outside of the classroom setting. Students are also always willing to participate in class discussions.

The Cormier Honors College gives their student the opportunity to personally grow and create their own experiences, all while fostering their academic success to make them into well rounded, and thoughtful individuals. As a Cormier Honors student, I feel like I have the support to both conquer all of my academic courses and be involved in whatever clubs and activities I want.