HON 320 - Junior Honors Colloquium

The seminar introduces students to the research methods of various disciplines in order to prepare them for their upcoming thesis proposal and research. Students will read and discuss articles and essays from a range of disciplines in terms of the structure, methodology, and content of each piece. The seminar will also introduce students to the basics of independent research, including abstract and proposal writing, presenting ideas to a group, constructing a research plan, organizing, and synthesizing information, and producing a viable thesis. A portion of the course will also be devoted to aspects of professional development, including: presenting work, applying for prestigious grants/scholarships, post-undergraduate opportunities, and so on.
Seminar
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: HON 101
Department Approval Required. Honors Program Course Offered in the Fall Semester