About
Our Vision
The General Education Honors Program at CSUN offers a unique, enriched academic experience for motivated students across all majors. Through small, engaging classes taught by distinguished faculty, the program provides opportunities for research, scholarship, and professional development. Students gain access to exclusive courses, funded research projects, priority registration, and a supportive community that fosters personal and academic growth. The program aims to cultivate intellectual curiosity, expand networks, and enhance students' academic portfolios, setting them up for success in graduate school or their careers.
Program Director

Ani Nahapetian
Director, GE Honors Program
Dr. Ani Nahapetian is the Director of the GE Honors Program. She is also a tenured Professor of Computer Science at CSUN. She received her Ph.D. and her M.S. in Computer Science and her B.S. in Computer Science and Engineering, all from UCLA. She is especially passionate about engaging CSUN students in research.
Faculty Advisory Committee
Lawrence Becker
Professor
Department of Political Sciences
Matthew d'Alessio
Professor
Department of Geological Sciences
Abel Franco
Professor
Department of Philosophy
Robert Gressis
Professor
Department of Philosophy
Justin Kantner
Professor
Department of Psychology
John Kephart III
Professor
Departments of Rhetorical Studies, Gender Studies, and Cultural Studies
Scott Kleinman
Professor
Department of English Studies
Daisy Lemus
Professor
Department of Communication
Ana Sánchez-Muñoz
Professor
Department of Chicana/o Studies
Elizabeth Sussman
Professor
Department of Health and Human Development
Julie Yoo
Professor
Department of Philosophy