Student submits a proposal under the guidance of a major professor. This should be done no later than November 17. Provost certifies the candidate's successful compliance with the minimum criteria. Provost obtains approval of department chair. Provost appoints supervisory committee with a chair designated.
Chair convenes committee and a decision is made regarding the acceptability of the proposal.
Committee meets with candidate to discuss the proposal and expectations. Candidate and Provost are notified. With chair's permission, candidate submits completed study to full committee prior to April 13. Committee acts on completed report. Committee makes report to Provost and candidate in writing prior to April 27.