Palm Beach State Honors College Mission
In keeping with the mission of Palm Beach State, the purpose of the Honors College is to provide a challenging and supportive academic environment in which students are encouraged to think critically, demonstrate leadership, and develop ethical standards. Honors pursues an interactive learning experience where students acquire a creative and comprehensive understanding of concepts in an interdisciplinary and global context. Palm Beach State honors students and faculty share a commitment and civic responsibility that extends beyond the classroom to local, national, and international communities.
Honors College Program Outcomes
Honors College students at Palm Beach State College will:
- Demonstrate breadth and depth of knowledge in the arts, humanities, mathematics, and the natural and social sciences. (Scholarship)
- Apply the required skills to formulate reasoned decisions and informed judgments. (Critical Thinking)
- Communicate an understanding of cultural competency and evaluate ethical issues from multiple perspectives. (Global Awareness)
- Demonstrate scholarly research and information literacy skills to apply critical insight of current knowledge in designing and creating a well-informed, intellectual research project. (Research)
- Construct, support, and communicate complex ideas and arguments in speech, writing, and emerging media. (Communication)
- Prepare for community and civic engagement through leadership participation in campus life and in communities at-large in support of the College’s mission, vision, and values. (Civic Engagement & Leadership)