research paper on a topic relating in some way to race/ethnicity in American Politics

You will write a10 page (undergraduate) research design or 20-page (graduate) research paper on
a topic relating in some way to race/ethnicity in American Politics. Undergraduates may also
write research papers if they choose, but it is not required. Papers are due in class on December
2. Late papers will not be accepted except under extraordinary circumstances. I do not accept
papers emailed to me. They must be turned in during the class period. You will also be required
to present your research to your colleagues during the last two class sessions. You should prepare
a 10-minute presentation outlining your theory, expectations, and analysis. As this is an upper
division/graduate seminar, I expect work of the highest caliber. Writing is a process; therefore it
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cannot be accomplished in the final week before the assignment is due. I have scheduled the
week of November 18th for paper meetings. By the meeting I expect you have solid draft of your
paper. The quality of the draft will also be assessed as part of your final paper grade.
Each student will bring in a full rough draft that we will go over together. You should also plan
on meeting with me earlier in the semester to discuss a paper topic.