Theses, modest but significant investigations of problems or topics in the student's major areas, provide appropriate culmination of the course work for programs. Although traditionally of a formal nature, theses proposals may be more non-traditional and creative in their approach if supported by the program faculty. There are three suggested forms for creating the thesis proposal. Each form reflects a different method of research, although all three encourage writers to provide the information needed by readers of the proposal. Theses proposals must be presented to and approved by students' advisors, thesis committees, the department heads and the graduate academic committee.
Students make their presentations in person.
Students work closely with their theses advisors and committees in the preparation of the proposals as well as during the writing of the theses. Sixteen copies of the thesis proposal must be submitted to the Dean of Studies one month prior to a graduate academic committee meeting for distribution to committee members. When the graduate academic committee has approved the theses proposals, students register for thesis credit. Completed theses are the property of The College of Saint Rose. Publication, in whole or in part, requires permission of the College secured through the Dean of Studies.