Below are some of the examples of theses that have been written by students in the Honors Program. In order to enable the Honors Committee to give fair and constructive consideration of each proposal, the organization of the presentation should ordinarily follow this outline. Show how the proposal will in some way add to our knowledge or be in some way original or unique. The analysis should show the interrelationship of the different authors, agreements, contradictions, unique ideas, etc. From this review, the student should summarize the statement of the issue or questions as the basis for defining her or his special contribution.
Every academic discipline has particular methods for research.
If the topic is interdisciplinary, the student should ensure that the project design covers all methods appropriate to the topic. If the student plans to use questionnaires, statistical surveys, case studies, or interviews, there should be a draft prepared of what the student will be using, as well as a preliminary test before the presentation to the committee. A detailed description of every step involved in carrying out the project should be included. All technical terms should be defined for readers who may not be familiar with the topic. All proposals must be received by the Committee Chairperson at least 48 hours prior to the meeting at which it will be considered.