Follow Your Next Steps as an Honors Admitted Owl

 

  • Video Title: Welcome to the KSU Journey Honors College

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    Narrator:
    Congratulations on your acceptance to the KSU Journey Honors College. We’re so excited to welcome you to the Honors Owl Nest. Your next step is to sign up for Honors Orientation to kick off your journey and set yourself up for success.

    At KSU Orientation, you’ll dive into all things Honors. You’ll learn more about Honors benefits, choose your fall classes, explore campus resources, meet the Honors team, and connect with fellow Honors students.

    As an Honors student, you’ll have access to unique opportunities and Honors Learning Experiences that align with your major and passions, helping you make the most of your undergraduate experience. You’ll also be paired with an Honors Advisor who will guide you every step of the way.

    So, reserve your spot for orientation now—we can’t wait to see you there. Hooty hoo!

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    [Visual: Photo of Honors students smiling, with the Kennesaw State University - KSU Journey Honors College logo in the upper-left corner.]

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Congratulations and Welcome! 

Congratulations on your acceptance to Kennesaw State University and Keeping Sights Upward Journey Honors College! We are thrilled to be a part of your future at KSU! This checklist is intended to aid you as you navigate your transition into life at Kennesaw State University and KSU Journey Honors College. While the resources and forms referenced below do not need to be completed in any specific order, please note that some of the items below are addressed on a first-come, first-served basis and some timelines are tighter than others.  

Honors-specific opportunities such as housing and scholarships are on a first-come, first-served basis. 

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1. Next-Steps

Review university-wide, new-student resources, activate your netID and student email, and begin checking your student email for KSU and honors updates! 

Check out new student resources

2. Review the Next Steps in the Cohort Admissions Process

If you applied for one of our elite First-Year cohort programs, review the remaining steps in the cohort admissions process and important Honors Interview Day information below!

Review the Next Steps for Cohort Applicants
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3. Attend a KSU Orientation

Attendance at an in-person or virtual KSU Orientation session is required for all owls. Your Honors Welcome Session will take place at KSU Orientation, so be sure to register for KSU Orientation as soon as your are able. KSU Orientation will be your first opportunity to regsiter for both honors and non-honors courses!

Pop by the Honors Lounge on either the Marietta or Kennesaw Campus during your KSU Orientation!

Register for KSU Orientation

4. Follow Us

Follow KSU Journey Honors College on Instagram (@honorsKSU)

Follow KSU Journey Honors College on Instagram 
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5. Consider your KSU Housing options

KSU Journey Honors College has partnered with KSU Housing to provide the Honors Living-Learning Village (LLV). Tenants for this community are selected and managed by KSU housing - for more information, please view the KSU Housing website. To apply for housing in the Honors LLV, please complete the KSU Housing application and indicate an interest in the Honors LLV. 

Learn more about Honors LLV Housing

6. Get Involved

Check out Owl Life to get involved with student organizations and RSVP for honors events!  
Visit Owl Life
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7. Scrappy’s Bucket List

Check out Scrappy’s Bucket List to discover campus events and earn rewards!
 
 

See Scrappy’s Bucket List