A study of quantitative and qualitative research methods. Special emphasis is given to analysis of communication content, audiences, and systems. Special emphasis is given to the development and execution of media proposals. Applications must be made for supervisory positions. Topics change each year.
Special emphasis is given to research techniques in rhetoric.
Special emphasis includes play selection, cast selection, planning and directing rehearsals, and organizing committees necessary to a production. A supervised experience performed in a professional environment representing a student's major discipline. Senior standing and departmental application and approval. It is supervised by a faculty mentor and evaluated by a committee of three faculty. Approval of the Application of Intent for Honors Research Project by the Honors Program Director.