Special Events
Honors Night Out
Friday, September 9th
Honors Hall
4 PM
Join HSO as we tour downtown Memphis where we will check out the Bass Pro Pyramid
and Beale Street!
All About The Kimono
Monday, September 12th
International Center 115
5 PM
Join the Helen Hardin Honors College as we learn all about the Kimono! Led by Japanese
Outreach Initiative Coordinator, Maika Yamaoka.
Game Night
Wednesday, September 14th
Honors Hall
5 PM
Come play games with HSO!
Japanese Tea Ceremony
Monday, September 26th
International Center 115
5 PM
Join the Helen Hardin Honors College as we learn about Japanese tea ceremonies! Led
by Japanese Outreach Initiative Coordinator, Maika Yamaoka.
Trap, Neuter, Release
Thursday, September 29th
Honors Hall
4:30 PM
Join HSO in ethically trapping stray cats around campus so they may be neutered and
released. While waiting for the cats to enter the traps, we will enjoy a movie!
Movie Night
Wednesday, October 5th
Honors Hall
5 PM
Join HSO as we watch a movie!
HSO Hiking
Saturday, October 15th
Honors Hall
8 AM
Join HSO for a lovely autumn hike! Snacks and water will be provided. Meet at Honors
Hall so we can carpool!
Hindu Heritage Month
Thursday, October 20th
UC Ballroom
5:30 PM
Join the Helen Hardin Honors College, The Indian Students Association, the International
Student Association, and Multicultural Affairs as we honor and celebrate Hindu Heritage!
This event will allow attendees to learn about Hindu beliefs and practices, the ritual and purpose of yoga, Hindu contributions to the world, and Hindu influence on famous Americans. Attendees will be able to adorn tilaks, perform puja and/or take darshan, and watch a dance performance. Vegetarian food will be provided.
Traditional attire (sarees, kurtas, dhotis, etc) is highly encouraged!
Paint Party
Friday, November 4th
Honors Hall
6 PM
Free-for-All paint party! Paint whatever you like; all materials provided. Enjoy a
movie while you paint!