College Scholars Program

College Scholars Program

College Scholars Program

College Scholars Program

College Scholars posing with newly arrived sweatshirts

College Scholars Program

The College Scholars Program is an interdisciplinary honors program in the College of Arts and Sciences. Our program exists solely for highly motivated and academically talented students who have clear goals for their undergraduate education, and who cannot attain those goals within the traditional requirements structure of the College.

The goals of this website are to provide prospective applicants with information about the College Scholars Program, to share good news about the program with alumni and friends, and to provide useful information and documents for Scholars who may be temporarily unable to connect with the private electronic community that serves the current group of Scholars.

“As a public health nutrition advocate, the College Scholars Program at the University of Tennessee greatly enhanced my educational, professional, and personal journey to be where I am today.”

Ashlyn Anderson (’22)

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Joda Freese
Joda Freese

My program addresses the complex interplay between environmental factors and food security. I plan to study how environmental policies impact agricultural practices, food distribution, and access to nutritious food, with a focus on reducing food insecurity and promoting equitable food systems. I also intend to engage in practical experiences through internships, fieldwork, and projects that address real-world environmental and policy challenges.

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