Honors Calendar
Events
2013 Thesis Proposal Writers' Workshop
Series
The Thesis Proposal: The Basics. - This
workshop will highlight the major requirements for the thesis
process process and the written proposal. Come Prepared with
questions that you've generated while preparing early drafts of
your proposal.
- Monday, February 25th, 12:00-12:45, JH 155
- Wednesday, February 27th, 5:00-5:45, JH216 (repeat
presentation)
The Thesis Statement: Effective Development and
Utilization. - All thesis proposals must contain a clear
iteration of your thesis statement - it is the cornerstone of your
work. This workshop will address the characteristics of effective
thesis statments and will provide strategies for drafting quality
thesis statements. Come prepared with a preliminary thesis
statement so that we can work together to develop your early
thoughts about your thesis work.
- Tuesday, February 26th, 5:30-6:30pm, JH 276
- Friday, March 1st, 12:00-12:45, JH 155 (repeat workshop)
Grammar Refresher. - Your grammar and writing
style matter! The ability to communicate your ideas to your
audience clearly and effectively is essential to your success as a
thesis writer. This workshop will explore the errors commonly made
by thesis writers and will provide strategies for avoiding these
missteps.
- Monday, March 4th, 12:00-1:00, JH 155
Student Advice Panel. Been There, Done That, Wish I
Would Have Done That! - You're not alone as you undertake
your thesis project. This year alone, more than forty University
Honors Program students are on track to complete their projects.
Attend this informative panel question and answer session to learn
their secrets to successful thesis writing.
Dinner will be provided for this workshop, so please
RSVP if you're attending so that we can order enough
food.
- Thursday, February 28th, 5:30-6:30pm, JH 276
Deadlines
For May 2014 Graduates*
March 8, 2013: Thesis
Proposals due
Nov. 15, 2013: Date by which all thesis
proposals must be approved for May '14 grads
March 21, 2014: Penultimate Thesis Draft due to
the Honors Program Office for May '14 grads
*Please contact the Honors Program Office for information
regarding deadlines for December or August graduates.