Welcome to the IDEAS Program

Congratulations on joining a community of innovators, creators, and scholars! The IDEAS Honors Program is your gateway to an interdisciplinary academic experience, blending innovation, engineering, design, entrepreneurship, arts, and sciences. As you embark on this exciting journey, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Getting Started
To ensure a smooth transition into your first year, please review the essential resources available to you:
- First-Year Enrollment Website: Visit the FYS Enroll pages and the IDEAS website for important details about your academic journey.
- Course Registration Guide: This comprehensive guide provides everything you need to prepare for course registration in July.
- Onboarding Emails: Starting in June, you’ll receive a series of emails to help you navigate your transition to Lehigh.
- Registrar Updates: Keep an eye on your Lehigh email for important registration information from the Office of the Registrar (ras@lehigh.edu).
Advising & Support
Our team is here to assist you throughout this process. If you have any questions, please reach out to Melissa Phelps, IDEAS Academic Advisor, at mjp618@lehigh.edu.
You’ll also have the opportunity to meet with us during Orientation on Friday, August 22nd. We will host a special IDEAS Student Luncheon (details will be emailed to you). It is here that you will be able to ask questions and make any changes to your schedule that are needed.
We’re excited to welcome you to the IDEAS Honors Program and look forward to meeting you!