Course information

This is a workshop-style course designed to support graduate students in the History of Art in independent research and writing projects, especially those beyond the regular coursework stage. The purpose of this seminar is to help you pursue your academic work in an efficient, realistic, and mindful fashion. We will also use the seminar for professional development workshops; topics may include teaching and pedagogy, conferences and symposia, fellowship and grant application writing, publishing, image permissions, copyright and fair use, predoctoral and postdoctoral fellowships, the job market, and how to balance service and leadership, teaching, and research. Finally, the seminar will provide a forum for discussion of methodologies and approaches to research in the history of art, as well as practice talks, writing accountability, and peer editing and feedback on drafts. This workshop is designed for students who have already completed their required, seminar-based coursework. Participation is mandatory for those beyond coursework who are working on independent research projects, unless the requirement is waived by your primary advisor or the DGS. May be taken more than once. If you are unsure about whether to register, please contact your primary advisor and/or the current Director of Graduate Studies.