American Studies 496 - Capstone Project

Capstone Project

Fall
2025
01
4.00
Amherst College
AMST-496-01-2526F

A one-semester project—either a shorter essay or some other form of independent interdisciplinary research and production. The capstone project serves as the grounds for a comprehensive evaluation of each student's achievement in the major.

Fall and spring semesters. The Department.

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Students who enroll in this course will likely encounter and be expected to engage in the following intellectual skills, modes of learning, and assessment: independent research, critical analysis, close reading, and extended writing.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.