MFA Thesis III & IV
LVC Hall (Fine Arts Bldg)
Rooms 2016 / 2019 (Undergraduate Design Lab)
Instructor: Tony McEachern, Associate Professor
E-mail:tony@tonymceachern.com
Course Level & No.: Graduate
Fall: 81041-302-01, 81042-303-01
Spring: 10152-302-01, 18214-303-01,
Courses Days & Time: TBD
Text: Turabian, Kate L. A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations. (7th ed.) Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2007.
These graduate level writing courses concentrate primarily on the development of the written portion MFA thesis, which accompanies the graduate students’ body of creative work that explores a theoretical or conceptual topic.
Brief Course Structure
Thesis I – Pro Seminar
Thesis II – Proposal
Thesis III – Chapter’s I – III
Thesis IV – Chapter’s IV-V
Assignments Briefs for Thesis III
Thesis IV
Assignment I
Revisit the Methodology section of your report ensuring the necessary adjustments have been made regarding your process, tools and technique.
Due Date: ____________________________________________
Assignment II
Results / Implications
Explain your body of work in the form of an analytical discussion that addresses the process, technique, craft, message, creative approach, etc. This is the “results” section. You should give a taxonomy of your work that articulates your process and the meaning of each piece. It’s your original contribution to the existing body of art and knowledge as it relates to your topic and this is what everybody came see!
Due Date: ____________________________________________
Assignment III
Discussion / Conclusion
This is the summation of your thesis. Better yet, it’s your opportunity to get on your “soap box” and campaign for your cause using your study and body of work as support. What are the implications for future development as it relates to your topic? Where can this study be expanded? There are many strategies for effectively completing your conclusion. Research different approaches and come up with a conclusion that motivates your readers and audience.
Due Date: ____________________________________________