Overview
The African and Middle Eastern Studies major allows students to analyze the area or a subregion (e.g., Middle east, North Africa, Arab states, sub-Saharan Africa) from an interdisciplinary and modern perspective. The major seeks to ground students in broad international issues that they can then use to focus on particular … For more content click the Read More button below.
Capstone Major
The African and Middle Eastern Studies major is a designated capstone major. Students must complete a capstone seminar or travel-abroad program in which they engage in an in-depth analysis of a specific region or a thematic subject that spans regions. Through conceiving and executing a project, students demonstrate their working … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
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In-depth analysis of a specific region or a thematic subject that spans regions
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Demonstrated critical understanding of issues relevant to a specific region or theme
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Demonstrated skills, including research, analysis, and writing
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Identification and analysis of appropriate sources, material evidence, and other forms of primary documents
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Demonstrated proficiency at collaborative engagement with peers through constructive feedback on written drafts and oral presentations
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Demonstrated proficiency at using peer feedback to enhance student’s own work
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Effective communication of complex ideas in a seminar setting
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Demonstrated effective oral and written communication of research findings
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Conception and execution of a project that identifies and engages with a specialized topic
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Working knowledge of scholarly discourse relative to a specialized topic