GRAPHIC: A diploma with graduation cap atop a stack of books. The text "Latin Honors" obscures the image slightly. Background image courtesy of Flickr user BluefieldPhotos BP. Graphic by The Signal assistant editor Miles Shellshear. — Graduating with honors is a proud moment for any college graduate. Pictured is a diploma with graduation cap atop a stack of books. Background image courtesy of Flickr user BluefieldPhotos BP. Graphic by The Signal assistant editor Miles Shellshear.

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INTERACTIVE INFOGRAPHIC: Examining the history and meaning of Latin Honors

By Krystal Brawner Last updated May 6, 2019 1,319 0

Graduating with honors is a proud achievement for any student. These Latin phrases are a way to provide distinction for those who graduate in the top of their class. Continue reading to learn the history of Latin Honors in America, how to obtain this status while attending UHCL, and what it can do for you post-graduation.

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GRAPHIC: LATIN HONORS: A tradition continues. Infographic by The Signal reporter Krystal Brawner. — LATIN HONORS: A tradition continues. Infographic by The Signal reporter Krystal Brawner.

LINKS:
History – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Latin_honors
Honors at UHCL – UHCL Undergraduate Catalog 2018-2019 – https://catalog.uhcl.edu/current/undergraduate/undergraduate-information/general-program-requirements
Graduating with Honors & the Job Market – https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2010/07/summa-cum-what/58997/

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