Honors Recognition
Honors program
HalfWay There
The Honors Pin
Eligibility
The Honors Pin is awarded annually to active honors students who have completed a minimum of 9 honors credits, marking the halfway point toward earning the full honors certificate.
Purpose of the Pin
Symbol of Achievement: Marks a significant academic milestone in your honors journey.
Motivation: Encourages continued excellence and dedication to completing the program requirements.
Community and Pride: Fosters a sense of belonging and celebrates your accomplishments alongside your peers and the university community.
Receiving Your Pin
The pin is presented at the annual Honors Pin Ceremony, which takes place on center court during halftime of a Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons men's basketball game at the Coliseum. Campus leadership presents the pins, and friends and family are invited to attend and celebrate your achievement.
Attendance
While attendance at the ceremony is optional, it is highly encouraged. The event also features a special Honors Program reception to celebrate your hard work.
Honors Showcase
An Honorable Finale.
The Honors Showcase is a semiannual event hosted during the fall and spring semesters. It provides graduating honors students with a formal platform to present their final research projects to the university community. Even if you are not yet ready to present, you are highly encouraged to attend the showcase to support your peers and observe the program's academic standards in action.
Crossing the Finish line
Honors Medal
Upon successfully completing all requirements for the Honors Certificate, students are awarded exclusive items to commemorate their dedication and academic success. These recognitions represent the ultimate culmination of the honors journey:
The Honors Medal: A striking gold medal symbolizing academic excellence, featuring the Purdue Griffin and university seal. It is suspended from a distinctive black and gold ribbon and personalized with your name and graduation date embossed on the back.
Honors Cords: Interwoven green and gold cords representing distinction from the National Collegiate Honors Council, with the gold signifying high academic achievement.
Honors Certificate: A personalized certificate housed in a cover bearing the gold-embossed Purdue University Seal of the Trustees. It includes official recognition from the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, Honors Program Council Chair, and Honors Program Director.
Transcript Notation: An official notation on your final transcript highlighting your completion of the Honors Curriculum, providing a valuable advantage for graduate school applications and career opportunities.
