This capstone course allows students to combine their skills in reading and using primary and
secondary sources in order to research and write a final thesis paper. The Seminar course is devoted
to the selection of the topic, gathering sources, reading the relevant historiography, and writing a
detailed outline, as well as learning the principles and practice of peer review. Prerequisite: Consent
of instructor.
Directed Study
A directed study course is a regular course from the catalog designed by the instructor for the needs of a student who requests taking a regularly scheduled class when not offered and the student needs the course for graduation. This includes special topics classes that are offered upon request. Requirements to qualify for a Directed Study course:
1. Student must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
2. Student is limited to a maximum of nine (9) semester hours in directed studies during a four-year Baccalaureate program. This limit does not include internship and travel credit.
3. Student must have successfully completed at least thirty (30) semester hours.
4. Student must be enrolled in a degree program at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Registration in a directed study course requires a completed and approved application, a syllabus, and must be submitted during the regular registration period to the Office of the Registrar.
- Teacher: Darin Tuck