Topics may include cultural comparison, sociology, economics, arts and culture.
Students select individual research topics in consultation with the program director.
Indeed, since the beginning of the Central European Studies Program, an integral part of the course has been the Independent Project. It is an ideal opportunity for students to interact with the director in developing their own specific interests in Central Europe. I find this one of the most exciting aspects of the program, and I look forward to working with you on your projects. Undoubtedly many of the issues and ideas discussed in my Director's Course will affect the way you approach your topic and frame the questions you will be addressing in your project. Yet given the diversity of students' individual interests, some projects may be quite separate in their emphasis from program coursework.