At Winthrop Honors College, we believe that exceptional achievements deserve exceptional recognition. Our signature events mark the milestones of your honors journey—from the excitement of discovering your potential to the celebration of your remarkable accomplishments.
The Top-Flight Weekend is an invitation-only extravaganza that brings top students to campus for an amazing weekend of learning about the Honors College and interviewing to be part of our exclusive Top-Flight Scholars program. To be eligible, you must have applied for and been accepted into the Honors College by December 15th.
This isn't just another campus visit—it's your opportunity to experience the Honors College community firsthand while competing for our most prestigious scholarship opportunity. Over the course of an intensive weekend, you'll:
Immerse Yourself in the Honors Experience
Interview for Top-Flight Scholar Status
Build Lasting Connections
The weekend combines rigorous academic engagement with social experiences designed to help you envision your future at Winthrop. Many participants describe it as the moment they knew they'd found their academic home.
The Honors Cording Ceremony is our dedicated day to celebrate the extraordinary accomplishments of graduating Honors students. This intimate, meaningful ceremony recognizes not just your academic excellence, but the leadership, service, and character development that define your honors journey.
A Personal Celebration of Your Growth This isn't a generic graduation add-on—it's a ceremony designed specifically to honor the unique path you've traveled as an honors student. Your faculty mentors, family members, and fellow honors students gather to witness the culmination of your transformative experience.
Recognition That Reflects Your Impact
A Bridge to Your Future The ceremony serves as both celebration and commissioning—honoring what you've accomplished while recognizing the responsibility that comes with your honors education. You'll leave not just with recognition of past achievements, but with a clear understanding of your potential for future impact.
Family and Community Connection Your loved ones who supported your journey will witness firsthand the transformation that occurred during your honors experience. The ceremony helps them understand not just what you've learned, but who you've become and what you're prepared to contribute to the world.
These signature events bookend your honors journey, from the excitement of discovering your potential during Top-Flight Weekend to the satisfaction of celebrating your achievements at the Cording Ceremony. Together, they represent the beginning and culmination of a transformative experience that prepares you to lead, serve, and inspire others throughout your life.
Each event reflects our commitment to recognizing excellence, building community, and celebrating the unique journey of every honors student. They're not just ceremonies - they're defining moments that honor your growth and prepare you for the impact you'll make in the world.
