Sophomore Selected For University Scholars Program

The College of Education and Human Development has a new representative in the University Scholars program. Ecaroh Jackson, a sophomore interdisciplinary studies major, was recently selected as part of the University Scholars class of 2019.

Each spring, a new cohort of high-achieving and motivated freshmen is invited to join the leadership and professional development program.  Over the next three years, these students will serve as ambassadors for the University Honors program, receive a $6,000 scholarship and enroll in Exploration Series seminars together.

The Exploration Series was launched two years ago as a way for students to explore topics in the news, academia and in the community. The seminars are small discussion groups that meet weekly with the program coordinator and other experts.

“The Honors program enriches your education. To me it’s not just a challenge, it’s a fun challenge,” explained Jackson. “I think I’ll enjoy being with a community of people that think the same way and are as excited to learn as I am.”

Jackson says she chose CEHD and a focus on math and science because of her love of math from a very young age.

“I see a lot of kids struggle and I want to help them think of math as fun instead of hard. I had a really good math teacher in fifth grade and she made math fun for me. I want to be that teacher for others.”

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