Individual Study: Topics in Political Economy, Globalization, Contemporary India and U.S. History
Last Updated: 11/11/2009
Spring quarter
Faculty: Jeanne Hahn Political Economy
Faculty Signature Required: Students must draw up their individual contracts, internships and study abroad plans in consultation with Jeanne Hahn. For more information, contact Jeanne at (360) 867-6014 or hahnj@evergreen.edu. Proposals received by the Academic Fair, March 3, 2010, will be given priority.
Major areas of study include topics based on areas of student work.
Class Standing: Sophomores or above; transfer students welcome.
Individual Study: Topics in Political Economy, Globalization, Contemporary India and US History offers opportunities for advanced students to create their own individualized course of study and research. Prior to the beginning of spring quarter, interested individual students or small groups of students will consult with the faculty about their proposed projects and then create an Individual Learning Contract.
Jeanne Hahn will sponsor individual and/or small groups of students interested in research and reading in political economy, U.S. history (especially the "founding period"), various topics in globalization, historical capitalism, and contemporary India. She will also sponsor internships and travel abroad contracts.
Credits: 4, 6, 8, 12 or 16 per quarter
Enrollment: 25
Internship Possibilities: With instructor approval.
Special Expenses: May vary, depending on the student's chosen course of study.
Program is preparatory for careers and future studies in the social sciences, informed citizenship and graduate work.
Planning Units: Society, Politics, Behavior and Change