Prospectus Writing Workshop:
- In the Winter term of the third year, students register for the Prospectus Writing Workshop (1 credit) offered through English Language & Literature.
- Students must submit their pre-prospectus to both English and WGS by April 1, and their prospectus by September 1.
Pre-Prospectus:
- The pre-prospectus is a preliminary plan for the dissertation, approximately 5-8 double-spaced pages plus a bibliography.
- It should articulate the central question and purpose of the dissertation, explain how it will contribute to scholarly conversations or debates, and identify primary materials and methods for exploration.
- By April 15th, the dissertation chair must email the Graduate Office in English and WGS to signal approval of the pre-prospectus.
Prospectus:
- The prospectus (generally 15-20 pages double-spaced) is a full plan for the dissertation, including descriptions of anticipated chapters.
- By September 1, students must provide a copy of the prospectus to all committee members.
- By September 15, the dissertation chair and one other committee member must email the Graduate Office in English and WGS to signal approval of the prospectus.
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