Brittany Davidson is graduating with a degree in Biological Sciences and Full University Honors.
“Being an honors student here at NIU has taught me lessons in cultural competence, interdisciplinary cooperation, Huskie family relationships, and academic excellence I would have otherwise missed out on. Engaging with other honors students was intellectually stimulating and simply, a delight. Being part of the Huskie Honors family was an empowering experience, listening to each person speak and ask questions pushed me to broaden my thinking and reflect on my own biases. As a group, we are pretty diverse in our backgrounds. I enjoyed being surprised by different perspectives presented by my fellows and felt a sense of belonging when my perspective was heard in return.
Working with professors on Honors requirements was also an enriching experience. Having the expectations of my academic performance being a bit higher and a bit deeper was motivating for me in my studies. It feels good when people expect more of you and you are capable of delivering on those expectations. Working through some of my Honors projects taught me diligence, something my procrastinating personality could use a dose of. I am now more apt to work ahead, prepare, and explore in advance. My intellectual process has become longer in duration, yet more productive and time efficient.
I have this program to thank for my personal, academic, and intellectual growth. It is an honor being an Honors student. We should all be proud of each other and ourselves! And go Huskies!”
