The Honors College Upper-Level Residential Learning Community is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors within the Honors College. Students will have the chance to build a collaborative and close-knit community with their peers while participating in various activities.
Residents will have the option to participate in the sophomore or mixed upper-level track experience in the Honors RLC. Requirements for each group are outlined below.
Second year students who select the sophomore track will have the chance to return early in August to participate in welcome activities and programs designed to enhance their sophomore experience. Students in this cohort will also have access to specialized programs/trips during the academic year.
Sophomore Track (Second-Year) Requirements
- Participate in the early arrival program in August before the fall semester starts.
- Participate in a community service project in the fall and spring semesters.
- Participate in Sophomore September events, RLC workshops, social events, and off-campus excursions.
Mixed Upper-Level Track (Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors) Requirements
- Participate in the Honors RLC welcome event at the beginning of the fall semester.
- Participate in a community service project in the fall and spring semesters.
- Participate in RLC workshops, social events, and off-campus excursions.
Students who would like to learn more about the Honors College Upper-Level RLC should email honors@gmu.edu
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Some signature events include but are not limited to:
- Chat and Chew (discussions or workshops)
- Sophomore September
- Trips to museums in Washington D.C., Cox Farms, events at the Capital One Arena and much more!
Application Questions
- Why do you want to join or rejoin the Honors Upper-Level RLC and what do you hope to gain from your experience?
- Are you interested in the sophomore or mixed upper-level track in the RLC? Please explain your selection.
- What Honors College events or initiatives have been the most impactful for you at Mason and what further programming would you like to see?
