University Honors Program Senior Project Manual

About this manual

This document serves as the current resource for Honors Scholars and faculty readers regarding the University Honors Program (UHP) Senior Project. It details the responsibilities of scholars, faculty advisors, and readers, and explains the process for preparing and completing the senior project portion of the curriculum. The manual covers both research-based theses and creative projects.

What's inside

• Planning for ZHON 360 and ZHON 395
• Project Proposal Acceptance
• What You Will Accomplish in ZHON 395
• Timeline for Completion
• Roles of Faculty Advisor & Faculty Readers
• General Criteria for UHP Senior Projects
• Content Criteria for Research-Based Theses
• Content Criteria for Creative Projects
• Style and Format Criteria
• Academic Integrity

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the UHP Senior Project Manual?

It provides important information for students about preparing for and completing the senior project portion of the UHP curriculum.

Who must approve a UHP Senior Project Proposal before registering for ZHON 395?

It must be approved by a Faculty Advisor and the UHP Coordinator.

What is the typical length of a UHP Senior Project in the social and natural sciences?

It is about 20–35 pages.