I approached Professor Jones-Rhoades with ideas for an Honors project that extended outside of his expertise. Instead of being daunted, however, Matt seemed as excited as I was to try something new! We worked together, seeking interdisciplinary advice as needed, to tailor my idea into something that could reasonably be accomplished without compromising my original interests. In courses and as a mentor, Matt successfully and skillfully balances guided instruction with independent exploration, authority with equality, realism with creativity, life off-campus with accessibility, and high expectations with patience and understanding.
Sara DeMaria
Biology Major and Art History and Environmental Studies Minor