This course involves substantive individual research and thesis development, as well as regular discussions between student and instructor/advisor. Your ADS 890 instructor serves as your thesis advisor, and chairs your thesis committee. A thesis topic and research focus is expected very early in the term, followed by a formal thesis proposal containing clear objectives, schedule and deliverables. When green lighted, the proposed thesis is then executed by the student who prepares and presents the work to their thesis committee for evaluation. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ADS 861 and either ADS 750 or ADS 765.