David Shier, Associate Dean of the Honors College at Washington State University congratulated Claire Thornton and her advisor, Dr. Lydia Gerber, for the high quality of Claire’s Honors thesis.
Dr. Shier writes: “Your overall thesis performance (including both the written thesis and the presentation) was noted by the faculty reviewer and by your thesis advisor, both of whom agreed that your thesis was worthy of nomination for a “Pass with Distinction.” This nomination is a significant recognition of the quality of your academic commitment and performance.
“The Honors Council met on December 2, 2016, to review all theses nominated for “Pass with Distinction.” Congratulations! After careful review, they awarded your thesis this recognition. You should be aware that this is a real honor, and that this is something to record on your resumé or curriculum vitae. We at the Honors College celebrate your award and wish you every success in all your future endeavors! We are confident that many other honors will come your way.”
The Honors College often posts copies of theses that receive “Pass with Distinction” on their website as examples for future students. Copies are also sent to the Washington State Libraries Research Exchange. Posting on the website and in the Research Exchange will make Claire’s thesis, “The GI Bill at WSC (Washington State College),” publicly available as part of the digital repository of research-related documents.