William O. Douglas Honors College
Educational Methods
Four Pillars
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I. Critical Inquiry
In gathering information, evaluating assumptions and biases, while incorporating multiple methods, students are best equipped to produce robust analysis, develop thought, ask meaningful questions, and apply knowledge.
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II. Leadership
Through the understanding of distinct methods when organizing people, resources, and time, students can become capable directors and effective stewards of collaboration.
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III. Civic Engagement
Utilizing their growing knowledge, students can identify needs in their communities. With inherent skills, personal values, and political awareness, students can then make effective changes to promote quality of life.
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IV. Undergraduate Research
We provide opportunities to publish and present original work in conference settings. Developing existing scholarship and constructing new ideas as young learners encourages the pursuit of knowledge and understanding.
Cultivating Personal Strengths
Once examined, a student’s strengths, achievements, values, and interests will provide knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions regarding their major, future occupation, and life goals. Fostering a supportive and respectful environment, students should actively engage and take responsibility for their academic career at Central Washington University.
Every student has talents, and DHC advisors encourage students to develop their talents into strengths that can be used to help them succeed in and out of the classroom. All students in the Honors College are encouraged to complete Gallup’s CliftonStrengths assessment and receive coaching from a Gallup certified coach. The honors college provides coaching for all of its students.
CWU News
CWU to highlight student research at next week’s SOURCE conference
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