Senior Exercise

The Senior Exercise in English is fulfilled by an Advanced Studies Seminar. A Senior Thesis may be substituted for the Advanced Studies Seminar.

190: Senior Exercise/Seminar Option. Students electing this option take an additional 170-series Advanced Studies Seminar to satisfy the senior exercise requirement. When enrolling for the 170-series seminar, the student enrolls simultaneously in 190. A grade and credit are assigned for the 170 seminar; 190 receives no credit but will receive one of the following designations: No Credit, Pass or Distinction. Students must receive at least a C-minus in the Advanced Studies Seminar in order to receive a Pass in ENGL 190.

191: Senior Exercise/Thesis Option. Students choosing this option enroll in both semesters of the senior year. The grade and creidt will be assigned upon completion of the thesis in the second semester. Students participate in the thesis seminar throughout the year and work individually with their thesis advisors. Eligibility based on grade point average and permission of department.