Alternative Major:
In order to petition for an alternative major, students should write a letter to the Director of Graduate Studies that includes:
- A description of the major field, justifying its necessity in terms of the candidate's projected teaching and research. How might it further future dissertation work? In what ways will it prepare the candidate for the job market?
- Descriptions of all courses taken or expected to be taken that emphasize this field. Candidates should also indicate how they will satisfy the required two seminars in the major field.
- A reading list for the major, which the candidate has compiled through consultation with appropriate faculty.
- Letters of support for the alternative major (sent to the Graduate Director) from three faculty members.