thesis guide
SENIOR THESIS GUIDE
ANTHROPOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Introduction to the Senior Thesis
Senior Thesis- Structure
Writing a Literature Review
Example 1: Literature Review from an Academic Article
Review of the Literature and Statement of the Problem
Taking on the Role of Writing as a Professional
The Process of Writing a Thesis: Beginnings
Selected List of Anthropological Journals at Union
*Statement of Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
Union College Statement of Plagiarism
Thesis Loan Contract
Departmental Equipment and Data
Points to Consider Before Writing Your Thesis
Steve’s Pet Peeves in Writing (helpful hints)
AAA Style Guide
**Anthropology Department Sr. Thesis Questionnaire
* Sign and turn in by week 2 of the first term of your thesis
** Fill out and return to the Anthropology secretary by the end of the second term of your thesis.
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Introduction to the Senior Thesis
The research and writing of a senior thesis is the most important project for completing your major in Anthropology. Since the thesis demands a great deal of independent thought and expression, it is a fitting culmination to your undergraduate education.
More than any other project you have undertaken, the senior thesis will be your work.
Most importantly, it is your choice as to how seriously you take the responsibility for research and writing. Your advisor may inspire, guide, cajole, and threaten, but you must ultimately make the commitment to excellence for yourself. You have chosen a major that requires that you will be able to some day say that the thesis was your best work. The pages that follow provide guidance regarding the rules for writing your thesis.
I. Choosing a Topic
The selection of a topic need not be a painful experience if you recognize several key facts: 1. Topics Evolve. Virtually no topic springs full-grown or perfectly-formed from the head of the advisee in May of
ANTHROPOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Introduction to the Senior Thesis
Senior Thesis- Structure
Writing a Literature Review
Example 1: Literature Review from an Academic Article
Review of the Literature and Statement of the Problem
Taking on the Role of Writing as a Professional
The Process of Writing a Thesis: Beginnings
Selected List of Anthropological Journals at Union
*Statement of Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
Union College Statement of Plagiarism
Thesis Loan Contract
Departmental Equipment and Data
Points to Consider Before Writing Your Thesis
Steve’s Pet Peeves in Writing (helpful hints)
AAA Style Guide
**Anthropology Department Sr. Thesis Questionnaire
* Sign and turn in by week 2 of the first term of your thesis
** Fill out and return to the Anthropology secretary by the end of the second term of your thesis.
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Introduction to the Senior Thesis
The research and writing of a senior thesis is the most important project for completing your major in Anthropology. Since the thesis demands a great deal of independent thought and expression, it is a fitting culmination to your undergraduate education.
More than any other project you have undertaken, the senior thesis will be your work.
Most importantly, it is your choice as to how seriously you take the responsibility for research and writing. Your advisor may inspire, guide, cajole, and threaten, but you must ultimately make the commitment to excellence for yourself. You have chosen a major that requires that you will be able to some day say that the thesis was your best work. The pages that follow provide guidance regarding the rules for writing your thesis.
I. Choosing a Topic
The selection of a topic need not be a painful experience if you recognize several key facts: 1. Topics Evolve. Virtually no topic springs full-grown or perfectly-formed from the head of the advisee in May of
Citations: In citations, commas separate works by a single author (Smith 1990,1991:1,1992); semicolons separate works by different authors (Smith 1990, 1992; Thomas 1992)