Cultural Traditions prepare students such as (top row, from left) Aliyah Jones and Garrett Boyce for their studies at UMSL and in the Honors College by emphasizing broad cultural awareness and cultural inclusivity, building community through shared experiences and introducing students to service learning and community engagement. Associate Dean of the Honors College Kim Baldus (bottom left) leads the effort with help from faculty and peer mentors, such as Alaina Dorsey (bottom right). (Photos by August Jennewein

Cultural Traditions prepare students such as (top row, from left) Aliyah Jones and Garrett Boyce for their studies at UMSL and in the Honors College by emphasizing broad cultural awareness and cultural inclusivity, building community through shared experiences and introducing students to service learning and community engagement. Associate Dean of the Honors College Kim Baldus (bottom left) leads the effort with help from faculty and peer mentors, such as Alaina Dorsey (bottom right). (Photos by August Jennewein