Commonwealth Honors Courses
English Composition II Honors
An enhanced version of the required second-tier writing course, providing creative
opportunities for class discussion and special projects.
The Honors Seminar: Ethical Dilemmas and Other Special Topics
An interdisciplinary seminar centered on student involvement, featuring guest speakers
in a variety of subject areas and culminating in a project designed by the student.
LGBT Themes in Literature – Honors
A theme-based literature course focused on authors who represent LGBT-related topics
in their work and/or their lives. Students develop research, writing, and presentation
skills in collaboration with Professor David LaFontaine.
Honors Projects / Independent Courses
Independent projects attached to any course (3+ credits) as approved by coordinators,
and accompanied by weekly meetings with a sponsoring instructor..
Contact Info:
Professor David LaFontaine
508-588-9100 x2838
Associate Professor Panteha Sanati
508-588-9100 x1852
Administrative Assistant, Kylie O’Brien
CHP@massasoit.edu
508-588-9100 x1317
Commonwealth Honors Program – Successful Completion Requirements
Students must complete English Composition II Honors*, the Honors Seminar and a third (3+ credit) Honors course, with a grade of B+ or better in each Honors course, and an overall GPA of 3.2 or higher.
*Students who complete English Composition II with a B or better before entering the Honors program can substitute this requirement by completing a 200-level literature course with a B+ or better.
– Suzanne Morris