History and I.S. majors may pursue specialized learning activities through Independent Study. As described in the University Catalog, such courses earn regular academic credit, however, they enable students to explore areas of personal interest.

     The University Catalog describes HIST 382-383 as Guided Independent Study (with variable credit). The course is “Designed for advanced students. Working under the direction of a faculty member, the student will explore a topic in history through a planned program of reading, research, and writing.”

     Students wishing to take advantage of this one-on-one opportunity should discuss their topic of interest with a faculty member who shares that interest and could guide the student’s learning experience most effectively. In recent semesters, students have pursued such topics as British Colonial Military History, 20th Century Ireland, Catholicism in Modern Europe, American Political Party Formation, Suffrage, Geography of Sport, and Human Rights in Latin American Literature and Film. (Some of these independent ventures qualified as Honors Program experiences.)