Capstone Seminar (395-0-1)

Instructors

Merida M Rua

Meeting Info

University Library 3322: Mon 2:00PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

This seminar provides students with the opportunity to reflect on their academic journey as students of Latina and Latino Studies. It is designed for those seeking an opportunity to conduct independent research and work in a collaborative writing workshop setting. In consultation with the professor, students will identify a general topic or subject for a research project at the beginning of the quarter relevant to the field of Latinx studies. Students can revisit ideas or papers from previous coursework or develop a new project. Approved student projects will shape the organization and structure of this course — such as course materials that we will consider together for discussion and feedback. The research and writing salon offers students practical guidance on developing research strategies and refining their project essays through writing exercises, work-in-progress workshops, and in-class writing time. Take note that prior coursework in Latinx Studies is required to enroll in this class.

Registration Requirements

Department consent required.

Prior coursework in Latinx Studies is required to enroll in this class. LATINO 201, LATINO 202, and/or LATINO 203, or approval by the instructor based on other coursework in Latina and Latino Studies

Learning Objectives

• Develop a research agenda and craft arguments that connect scholarship and show the evolution of a topic relevant to Latina, Latino, and Latinx Studies.
• Refine strategies for searching for, obtaining, and evaluating primary and relevant secondary source materials.
• Experiment with writing voice through assignments and in-class exercises that will help further develop the skills of synthesis, analysis, and the overall presentation of ideas.
• Practice providing constructive and generative feedback and addressing comments and suggestions received through the exercise of revision.

Class Materials (Required)

A journal notebook to document ideas and thinking process
Readings on Canvas TBD based on research projects

Class Attributes

Advanced Expression