Sinclair will be hosting the Annual Learning and Honors Symposium, directed by David Bodary and Derek Petrey on April 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Dr. David Bodary, a communication professor at Sinclair, is one of the events directors of the Learning and Honors Symposium.
“The Honors/Service Learning Symposium is a chance for students to share their honors and service learning projects from the past term,” Bodary said. “Most share their projects via a posterboard presentation. Prizes are given for the best presentations and door prizes are given out in a raffle style to those in attendance.”
The Learning and Honors Symposium began in 2009 with the goal to bring together two Sinclair programs that showcased students’ achievements. Since its creation, the attendance has doubled from an average of 50 guests to 100, including university representatives, Sinclair students and faculty, and many nonprofit agents in the community.
“Area non-profit partners such as Five Rivers Metroparks, United Way, Hannah’s Treasure Chest and others will be on hand to share service opportunities,” Bodary said. “In addition, representatives from many area four-year colleges and universities will be on hand to discuss transfer options for students.”
Bodary said this is a great opportunity for students.
“It is a great chance for students to learn more about honors and service learning options and to dive deeper into their learning of course-related materials,” Bodary said.
At noon there will be a speech contest organized by the Communication department.
Service learning is an educational method that includes formal instruction with the chance to help the community in order to provide a helpful learning experience. Service learning aims to bridge the gap between traditional classroom learning and real life application.
“The goal is really to share, learn and mingle with other students, community partners and transfer institution representatives,” Bodary said.
Students are given the chance to present the works they have accomplished throughout the year to their fellow students and to the community representatives.
“All are welcome to attend,” Bodary said. “Students taking courses for honors or completing service learning projects are welcome to share their presentations, but need to contact David Bodary or Derek Petrey to reserve a spot for the morning or afternoon session.”
James Duty
Reporter