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Theses 2010–2022.

* Transgender Rome by Gabriel Ashe-Jones, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Naomi Weiss; Asst. Advisor: Emily Mitchell

* How Science Got a History: The Making of a Discipline and the Classical Ideal by Connor Chung, concentrator in History of Science & Classical Civilizations Advisors: Irene Peirano Garrison and Alex Csiscar

Classics War, Cold War, Culture War: Exploring the New Traditionalist Paradigm in the Battle for American Education by Jaden Dey Deal, concentrator in Classical Civilizations & Women, Gender, and Sexuality Advisors: David Elmer and Michael Bronski

The Power of a Name: Religious Experience, Representation, and Leadership through Feminine and Gender Non-Conforming Liturgy by Angela Eichhorst, concentrator in Comparative Study of Religion & Classical Languages and Literatures Advisors: Giovanni Bazzana and Joseph Kimmel

The Concept of Τύχη in Polybius and Zosimus by Clair Fu, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Alex Riehle; Asst. Advisor: Connor North

Ius Gentium: Cosmopolitanism from Cicero to Du Bois by Esteban Gutierrez, concentrator in Government & Classical Civilizations Advisors: Jared Hudson and Richard Tuck

Asklepieia to Basileias . Hospital to City by Samuel Ho, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Mark Schiefsky; Asst. Advisor: John Kee

From Rome to Byzantium: Continuities in Roman and Byzantine Historiography by Joseph Kester, concentrator in Ancient History Advisors: Rachel Love and Dimiter Angelov

The Gods Are Dead: Furial Agency and Unseated Divinity in Statius’ Thebaid by Amy Lu, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: Vivian Jin

Ελληνικοί Χοροί: The Poetic Movement of the Soul: Bridging Modern and Ancient Dance by Maria Theodore, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Greg Nagy; Asst. Advisor: Felipe Soza

Carp Diem: Fishponds and Roman Moral Decline by Ivor Zimmerman, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Jared Hudson; Asst. Advisor: Greta Galeotti

Harmonia in Love and War by Ethan Arellano, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Natasha Bershadsky; Asst. Advisor: Jorge Wong Medina

Translatio Imperii et Studii: A merican Classical Education and Reception in the Progressive Age by Charlotte Berry, joint concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures & Government Advisors: Emma Dench and Celia Eckert; Asst. Advisor: Justin Miller

*Ioci Nudandarum Mimarum: Uncovering the Roman Floralia by Anna Cambron, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Harry Morgan; Asst. Advisor: Rebecca Deitsch

Julius Caesar and his Centurions: A Study in the Power of Words by Philip Geanakoplos, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Emma Dench; Asst. Advisor: Stephen Shennan

Res Publica Res Populi? A Study of Ciceronian Populism by Molly Goldberg, joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures and Government Advisors: Jared Hudson and Richard Tuck; Asst. Advisor: Stephen Shennan

An Optimality Theoretic Account of Vowel Weakening by Benjamin LaFond, joint concentrator in Linguistics and Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Kevin Ryan; Asst. Advisor: Nadav Asra

Layers of Antiquity: An Epigraphic Analysis of Cy Twombly’s Poetic Inscriptions by Sam Lincoln, joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures and Comparative Literature Advisors: David Elmer; Asst. Advisor: Tony Shannon

*‘INTER EXEMPLA ERIT’: Germania in Tacitus and Its Use by Early German Humanists by Zelin Liu, joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures and Comparative Literature Advisors: Richard Thomas and Ann Blair; Asst. Advisor: Emily Mitchel

Selim the ‘Algerine’: Exploring an Odyssey in Early Colonial America by Fariba Mahmud, joint concentrator in History & Literature and Classical Civilizations Advisors: Natasha Bershadsky and Arianne Urus; Asst. Advisor: Felipe Soza

T he Environment of Disease: From Karkinos to Cholangiocarcinoma by Abigail Miller, joint concentrator in Molecular & Cellular Biology and Classical Languages & Literatures Advisors: Mark Schiefsky & Fernando Camargo; Asst. Advisor: Xiaoxiao Chen

* The Earth’s Stretchmarks: Winds as Directional Systems Generated from the Ground in Mesopotamia and Greece by Ana Luiza Nicolae, special concentrator in Geography & Identity Advisors: Paul Kosmin and Mark Schiefsky

If a Picture Never Lies: Musicalizing Vergil’s Bucolics by Harry Sage, joint concentrator in Music and Classical Languages & Literatures Advisors: Richard Thomas and Chaya Czernowin; Asst. Advisor: Susannah Wright

Love Beyond the Grave: The Development of Ariadne’s Discovery on Sarcophagi by Midge Scheftel, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Adrian Stähli; Asst. Advisor: Sarah Eisen

Consolation and Tears in the Works of Augustine by Esther Um, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Jared Hudson; Asst. Advisor: John Mulhall

Ad Astra: A Modern Adaptation of Hercules’ Twelve Labors by Jonathan Yuan, joint concentrator in Art, Film, & Visual Studies and Classical Languages & Literatures Advisors: Rachel Love & Young Joo Lee; Asst. Advisor: Julia Judge Mulhall

Trinitarian Sensation: A Commentary and Translation of St. Augustine’s De Trinitate 11.1-6 by Joseph Anthony Ramos Barisas, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Adam Trettel, Asst. Advisor: Suzanne Paszkowski

Pierre Gassendi: From Epicureanism to Christian Ethics by Frances Choi, joint concentrator in History & Science and Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Mark Schiefsky; Asst. Advisor

Terrorism, Rhetoric, and the Forever Wars in Rome and America by Lincoln Herrington, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations and Government Advisors: Emma Dench and Harry Oppenheimer; Asst. Advisor: William Tilleczek

An Analysis of the Neural Correlates of Psychosis: From Antiquity to Modern Research by Emily Johns, joint concentrator in Neuroscience and Classical Civilizations Advisors: Mark Schiefsky and Martha Shenton; Asst. Advisor: Miriam Kamil

Stories of the Antonine Plague and the Significance of Pandemic Disease in the Roman Empire by Mikayla Morosky, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Mark Schiefsky; Asst. Advisor: Xiaoxiao Chen

Examining the Authenticity of Plato’s Epistle VII through Deep Learning by Bliss Perry, joint concentrator in Computer Science and Classical Languages & Literatures Advisors: Mark Schiefsky and Stuart Shieber; Asst. Advisor: Nadav Asraf

* To Revive a World and Rebuild a Word: Classical Slave Names and Their Afterlives in the Antebellum U.S. South by Serena Shah, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations and African American Studies Advisors: Paul Kosmin and Henry Louis Gates Jr.; Asst. Advisor: Justin Miller

Boundaries, Pirates, Connectivity, and Brexit: Britain’s Role in the Maritime Networks of the Roman Empire by Justin Tseng, joint concentrator in Ancient History Advisor: Emma Dench; Asst. Advisor: Supratik Baralay

Architectural Iconography on Roman Imperial Coins: Monumentality, Miniaturization, and the Role of the Viewer by Katherine Vallot-Basker, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Harry Morgan; Asst. Advisor: Malcolm Nelson

Selected Poems from Ovid’s Tristia, Prefaced with a Poetics of Translation by Muhua Yang, joint concentrator in Comparative Literature and Classical Languages & Literatures Advisors: Richard Thomas and Thomas Wisniewski; Asst. Advisor: Rebecca Deitsch

Insulting Slaves in Latin by Sasha Barish , joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures and Linguistics Advisors: Kathleen Coleman and Jay Jasanoff; Asst. Advisor: Nadav Asraf

The Peace of Women : An Arabic Adaptation of Aristophanes by Lydia Cawley, joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures and Near Eastern Languages & Civilizations Advisors: Richard Thomas and Annette Lienau; Asst. Advisor: Justin Miller

*Voicing Tragedy: A Realization of Ancient Greek Music by Christopher Colby, joint concentrator in Music and Classical Languages & Literatures Advisors: Alexander Rehding and Naomi Weiss; Asst. Advisor: Hannelore Segers

Nubem Eripiam : Exploring the Narrative Manipulation of Virgil, Aeneas, and Augustus by Julie Effron, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisors: Richard Thomas and Gregory Mellen; Asst. Advisor: Miriam Kamil

*aliquis est ex me pius ?: Seneca’s Phoenissae and Its Early Modern Reception by Caroline Engelmayer, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisors: Richard Tarrant and Leah Whittington; Asst. Advisor: Paul Johnston

Making Meaning in the Cults of Vesta and Flora Under Augustus: A Literary, Historical, and Anthropological Analysis by Samantha Hand, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Kathleen Coleman; Asst. Advisor: Chris Cochran

Theseus and the Amazons: Images of the Ideal and the Other in the Context of the Greco-Persian Wars by Micah Johnson-Levy, joint concentrator in Folklore & Mythology and Classical Civilizations Advisor: David Elmer; Asst. Advisor: Paul Johnston

“Antinous, Superstar” – The Cult of Antinous in Greece and Asia Minor by Sherida Marsh, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Emma Dench; Asst. Advisor: Supratik Baralay

In the Wake of Theseus: Intertextuality and Reception in the Lament of Catullus’ Ariadne by Samuel Puopolo, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: Hannelore Segers

*Local Migration in the Arsinoite Nome of Egypt during the Early Principate by Alejandro Quintana, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisors: Giovanni Bazzana and Paul Kosmin; Asst. Advisor: James Zainaldin

The Cretan Hero: Intertextuality, Identity, and Resistance in Prevelakis’ Το Δέντρο by Ben Roy, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: Sergios Paschalis

Love's Grief Work: Reading Ancient Greece in the AIDS Elegies of Paul Monette and James Merrill by Ellis Yeo, joint concentrator in English and Classical Languages & Literatures Advisors: Leah Whittington and Richard Tarrant; Asst. Advisor: Jorge Wong

Dissolving Identity: De-constructing the Third Reich Through the Cinematic Dissolve by Benjamin Altshuler, joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures and German Languages & Literatures Advisors: Gregory Nagy and John Hamilton; Asst. Advisor: Alexander Schwennicke

  * ‘Was it for this . . . ?’: Lyricism and Narration in Virgil, Wordsworth and Faulkner by Chloe Brooks, joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures and English Advisors: Richard Thomas and Jim Engell; Asst. Advisor: Stephen Hughes 

Divina Testimonia from a Pagan Oracle: Constantine’s Use of the Sibyl in his Oratio ad Coetum Sanctorum by Jack Clark, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: James Taylor 

The Eclogues of Virgil: Politics and Aesthetics by Richard Dunn, Concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: Paul Johnston 

Cyprianum imitando vixerunt: Defining Martyrdom in Augustine’s Sermones ad populum 309 and 313E by Meredith Jones, joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures and English Advisor: Charles Stang; Asst. Advisor: Michael Ennis

Truth in Art: Heidegger’s Recovery of the Truth of Hegelian Dialectic by Jennifer Lowell, joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures and Philosophy Advisors: Gregory Nagy and Sean Kelly; Asst. Advisor: Suzanne Paszkowski 

Possessed by the Voice of God: Josephus’ Portrayal of the Prophecy of Moses in Judean Antiquities by Theo Motzkin, joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures and Near Eastern Languages & Civilizations Advisors: Gregory Nagy and Jon D. Levenson; Asst. Advisor: Keith Stone

A Linguistic and Cultural Study of Curse Tablets from Roman Britain by Ned Sanger, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Kathleen Coleman; Asst. Advisor: Nadav Asraf 

The Roman Presence at Dura-Europos: A History in Reverse by Joseph Valente, joint concentrator in Ancient History Advisors: Emma Dench and Paul Kosmin; Asst. Advisor: Supratik Baralay 

The Aristocratic Populist: Rhetoric and Politics in Cicero’s Pre-Consular Speeches, 81–63 BCE   by Justin Walthier, joint concentrator in Ancient History Advisors: Emma Dench and Jared Hudson; Asst. Advisor: James Zainaldin

*‘Ius Migrandi’? – References to Ancient Rome in the German Public Debate on Policies and Practices Regarding Migrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers by Adrian Weickart, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations and Government Advisors: Adrian Stähli and Briitta van Staalduinen; Asst. Advisor: Anthony Shannon  

The Squeaky Voice of the Laws: A Paradox of Democracy in Plato’s Crito by Cole Whetstone, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Russell Jones; Asst. Advisor: Suzanne Paszkowski 

In silvis Academia surgit: Latin Learning in Seventeenth-Century New England  by Theodore Delwiche, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Professor Ann Blair (History); Asst. Advisor: Massimo Cè

Consuetudinis magna vis est: Change, Continuity, and Creating Community in Republican Morgantina, 211 – ca. 35 BCE  by Matthew DeShaw, concentrator in Ancient History Advisor: Professor Emma Dench; Asst. Advisor: Anthony Shannon

Initium Turbandi Omnia a Femina Ortum Est: Gendered Transgression in Livy and Tacitus  by Thomas Dumbach, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: Christopher Cochran

Garden Paths: Text, Context, and Intertext in Columella’s De Cultu Hortorum   by Phoebe Lakin, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: James Taylor

On the Most Famous Book You’ve Never Heard Of, Or, The Life and Times of Cicero’s De Officiis by Victor Mezacapa, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Professor Mark Schiefsky; Asst. Advisor: Marco Romani Mistretta

Are You Mad or Are You Bad? The Pathology of Evil in Ciceronian Invective  by Jiha Min, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor Emma Dench; Asst. Advisor: James Zainaldin

Can I Hit My Computer? Actions Towards Objects in Virtue Ethics  by Gregory Scalise, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations & Philosophy Advisors: Professors Mark Schiefsky and Jacob Rosen (Philosophy)

Empire Embodied: Space and Boundaries in Tacitean Historiography of the East and West  by Nicholas Ackert, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures  Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: Eliza Gettel

“Befitting Emblems of Adversity”: Seamus Heaney’s Aeneid VI  by Talia Boylan, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: Keating McKeon

The Specter of Tyranny: Athenian Democracy and Empire in the Fifth Century  by David Clifton, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor Paul Kosmin; Asst. Advisor: Dr. Sergios Paschalis

“Forgive Us Our Debts, as We Have Forgiven Our Debtors”: Interpersonal Loans, Conflict, and Accountability in Hellenistic Egypt  by Denis Fedin, concentrator in Ancient History Advisors: Professors Paul Kosmin and Emma Dench (History)

Las Huellas del Clasicismo: The Reception of Ancient Rome in Franco’s Spain  by Emily Gaudiani, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: Charles Bartlett

“The Dawn of a Real Revolution”: A Reinterpretation of Infant Sacrifice at the Phoenician Tophets  by Mireya Hernandez, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations & Anthropology Advisors: Professors Mark Schiefsky and Richard Meadow (Anthropology)

Elements of Colonization under Emperor Augustus: the Case of Augusta Praetoria  by Douglas Maggs, concentrator in Ancient History Advisors: Professors Kathleen Coleman and Emma Dench (History)

A Masterpiece of Visual Indeterminacy: The Nike of Samothrace Recontextualized  by Colleen O’Leary, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations & History of Art & Architecture Advisors: Professors Adrian Staehli and Joseph Connors (HAA)

Female Bodies in Flux: Visualizing Nudity in Ovid’s Metamorphoses and Titian’s ‘ Poesie’ Paintings  by Hyemi Park, concentrator in Classical Civilizations  Advisor: Professor Mark Schiefsky; Asst. Advisor: Dr. Sergios Paschalis

Gods Among Men: Understanding Divine Status in the ‘Imperial Cults’   by Patrick Sanguineti, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Professor Emma Dench; Asst. Advisor: Katherine van Schaik

Constructing Rigor and Leveraging the Quantitative: Euclid, Archimedes, and the Transformation of Hellenistic Mathematics and Physics by Roman Berens, joint concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures & Physics Advisor: Professor Mark Schiefsky; Asst. Advisor: Amy Koenig

Law and Nature in Plato’s Republic  by Joshua Blecher-Cohen, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations & Philosophy Advisors: Professors Mark Schiefsky and Jacob Rosen (Philosophy); Asst. Advisor: Alexander Forte

*The Ancient Reception of an Epic Alexander the Great  by Emily Ciciotte, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor Gregory Nagy; Asst. Advisor: Charles Bartlett

The Perils of the Sea: the Ethics of Seafaring in Roman Poetry  by Tyler Dobbs, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. Advisor: Marco Romani Mistretta

Putting the Au in Dolaucothi: Investigating the Life and Community at a Gold Mine in Roman Wales through Spain and Dacia  by Thomas Earle, concentrator in Ancient History     Advisor: Professor Kathleen Coleman; Asst. Advisor: Anthony Shannon

Fleeing from Men: Refusal and Diakrisis in the Desert Fathers  by Todd Jones, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Professor Charles Stang (Divinity School); Asst. Advisor: Coleman Connelly

Sex, Drugs, and Rock ’n’ Roll: The Presence of Dionysus in American Pop Culture  by Anne Power, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisor: Professor Albert Henrichs; Asst. Advisor: Tyler Flatt

Fallow Ground, Hallowed Ground: An Exploration of Religious Disuse of Land in the Eastern Mediterranean  by Talia Saal, concentrator in Classical Languages & Literatures Advisors: Professors Gregory Nagy and Shaye Cohen (NELC); Asst. Advisor: Samantha Blankenship

Roman Widows of Late Antiquity in Theory and Practice  by Veronica Wickline, concentrator in Ancient History Advisor: Professor Naomi Weiss; Asst. Advisor: Michael Konieczny

* Petronius in the 1920s: Eliot, Fitzgerald, and the Invention of a Modern Arbiter  by William Dingee, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Leah Whittington; Asst. advisor: Amy Koenig

Nec turpe est, quod dominus iubet: The Multivalence of Sex, Performance, and Failure in Petronius'  SATYRICON  and its Roman Context  by Zachary Fletcher, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Emma Dench; Asst. advisor: Elizabeth Mitchell

The Letters of Maia Isotta: Edition, Commentary, and Translation  by Rebecca Frankel, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Jan Ziolkowski; Asst. advisor: David Ungvary

Analyzing Dietary Treatments for Epilepsy: From Galen to Modern Research  by Rebecca Glasser, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations and Molecular and Cellular Biology Advisor: Professor Mark Schiefsky; Asst. advisor: Rebecca Katz

I See the Better Course: Six Women's Speeches of Decision in Ovid's  Metamorphoses by Forrester Hammer, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Tarrant; Asst. advisor: Sarah Lannom

Deadly Control: Regulation and Management of Roman Gladiatorial Spectacle, Inside and Outside the Area  by Michael Hughes, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor Kathleen Coleman; Asst. advisor: Charles Bartlett

Staging Truths in the Theater of War: An Analysis of American Civil War Era Photographs and Second Century a.d. Roman "Historical" Reliefs  by Catherine Kistler, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations and History Advisor: Professor Adrian Stähli; Asst. advisor: Anthony Shannon

From Love of Leisure to Love of Neighbor: The Development of St. Augustine's Appreciation for the Life of Service  by Edward Love, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Dr. Albertus Horsting; Asst. advisor: David Ungvary

Study in Madness: The Portrayal of Cambyses II in Herodotus'  Histories by Shunella Lumas, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor David Elmer; Asst. advisor: Amy Koenig

The Variability of Myth: Ancient Representation and Appropriation of the Gigantomachy  by Gabriel Molina, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor David Elmer; Asst. advisor: Rebecca Katz

Perge, Ira, Perge: Apostrophe in Senecan Tragedy  by Benjamin Selden, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Tarrant; Asst. advisor: Sarah Lannom

Quantifying Crawford: A Statistical Analysis of Roman Republican Coins (157–50 BC)  by Oluwatobi Tikolo, joint concentrator in Classics and Statistics Advisor: Professor Mark Schiefsky; Asst. advisor: Gregory Mellen

"Everybody Is In It": Tragedy and Toni Morrison's Beloved by Erin Williams, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor Naomi Weiss; Asst. advisor: Gregory Mellen

* Constructing Antigonid Kingship: Monarch, Memory, and Empire in Hellenistic Macedonia  by Elliot Wilson, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Paul Kosmin; Asst. advisor: Samantha Blankenship

Engineering Ingenium: Improving Engagement and Accuracy with the Visualization of Latin for Language Learning  by Sharon Zhou, joint concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures and Computer Science Advisors: Professor Mark Schiefsky, Dr. Ivy Livingston

The Golden Age: Paradise Lost or Left Behind?  by Georgiana Brinkley, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Gregory Nagy; Asst. advisor: Sarah Lannom

* Samothrace: A Hellenistic Middle Ground  by Joe Glynias, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Paul Kosmin; Asst. advisor: Coleman Connelly

Ciceroniani Sunt, an Christiani?:  The Reception of the Classics in the Late Antique Church  by Aurora Griffin, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor Richard Tarrant; Asst. advisor: David Ungvary

Modern Meaning-Making in Ancient Imperial Monuments  by Laura Hogikyan, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Emma Dench; Asst. advisor: Monica Park

Connectivity at Vindolanda: Human and Natural Resources  by Nikhil Mulani, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor Emma Dench; Asst. advisor: Rebecca Katz

Ransomed Shadows  by Madeline Smith, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations and Music Advisor: Professor Gregory Nagy

Proles sine matre creata:  Inventing a Roman Literary Tradition in the Satires of Gaius Lucilius  by Caleb Thompson, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Tarrant; Asst. advisor: Gregory Mellen

The Original Word Jumble: A Case Study of Latin Word Order in the Vindolanda Tablets  by Naomi Wills, joint concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures and Linguistics Advisor: Professor Jeremy Rau; Asst. advisor: Alexander Forte

Res Olim Dissociabiles:  Praise and Censure in Tacitus'  Agricola by Michael Cowett
, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. advisor: Thomas Keeline

Face Value: Minting a Multi-Ethnic Currency; Language, Portraiture, and Iconography on Indo-Greek and Graeco-Bactrian Coins  by Anjali Itzkowitz, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures
 Advisor: Professor Gregory Nagy; Asst. Advisor: Daniel Bertoni

Illuminating the Shadows of  Eclogue  10.75–77: An Investigation of Image and Ethics  by Christopher Londa
, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. advisor: Rebecca Miller

The Metrical Function of the Personal Name in Martial's  Epigrams by Fana Yirga
, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. advisor: Julia Scarborough

* Resonant Rhetoric and Unheard Melodies: Roman Imperial Oratory in Text and Art  by Alexa Zahl, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures 
Advisor: Professor Richard Tarrant; Asst. advisor: Julia Scarborough

* The Gods and Governors of the Roman Provinces  by Jill R. Carlson, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Kathleen Coleman; Asst. advisor: Duncan MacRae

Polemical Prose: Political Subversion in Petronius’  Satyricon by Andrew Coffman, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. advisor: Yvona Trnka-Amrhein *Intus habes quem poscis:  Cannibalism from Thyestean Banquets to the Last Supper  by Schuyler Daum, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Albert Henrichs; Asst. advisor: Andrew Johnston From  infamis  to  imperator . The Changing Role of the Actor in Late Republican and Early Imperial Rome  by Nicholas Dube, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations and History Advisors: Professor Kathleen Coleman, Professor Emma Dench; Asst. advisor: Sarah Rous On Translating Horace’s  Odes : Aesthetic and Cultural Problems of Translation in Theory and Practice  by Erik Frederiksen, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. advisor: Lauren Curtis Excesses of Epic and Empire: A Study of Openings and Encomia in Virgil, Ovid, and Lucan  by Arthur Kaynor, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas; Asst. advisor: Philip Pratt “Daughter of Ares, Warlike Queen”: Gender and Power in Hellenistic θεὰ Ῥώμη Cults  by Athena Lao, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Paul Kosmin; Asst. advisor: Robert Cioffi

The Truncus of Pompey in Lucan’s  Pharsalia by Christopher McCarthy, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Dr. Andreas Thomas Zanker; Asst. advisor: Julia Scarborough A Most Curious Comparison: Caesar’s  Commentarii de Bello Gallico , the Column of Trajan, and the Expression of  Romanitas  in Diverse Media  by Alison Rittershaus, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor Christopher Krebs; Asst. advisor: Andrew Johnston Boundaries, Transition, and Ritual in Euripides’  Hippolytus by Lauren Russell, concentrator in Classical Civilizations Advisor: Professor Gregory Nagy; Asst. advisor: Elizabeth Engelhardt Literacy and Social Anxiety in the Second-Century Roman Empire  by Madeleine Schwartz, joint concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures and History Advisor: Professor Kathleen Coleman; Asst. advisor: Yvona Trnka-Amrhein From Mummius to Caesar: Public Space and Memory in  Colonia Laus Iulia Corinthiensis by John Sigmier, joint concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures and Anthropology Advisor: Professor Adrian Stähli; Asst. advisor: Andrew Johnston The Art of Life: Philosophical Study and Performance in the  Meditations  of Marcus Aurelius  by Gina Trakadas, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Mark Schiefsky; Asst. advisor: David Camden The Drunk, the Drowned, and the Nude: Metaphor and Genre in  Corpus Hermeticum VII by Michael Velchik, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Albert Henrichs; Asst. advisor: Duncan MacRae

Reading Between the Lines: The Interaction of Text and Space in Roman Epigraphy  by Benjamin Bayley, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Kathleen Coleman *Who Wishes to Speak? Freedom of Speech and Classes of Speakers in Classical Athens  by Raquel Begleiter, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Albert Henrichs Quid stemmata faciunt?   The Changing Roles of the Roman Nobility from the Late Republic to the Principate  by Patrick Brennan, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Kathleen Coleman Ars Admirabilis: Transcendent and Transgressive Artists in Ovid’s  Metamorphoses by Charlie Bridge, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Tarrant Russia’s Appian Way: How the Classics Shaped Imperial Identity from Peter I to Alexander I  by Jordan Bryant, joint concentrator in Classical Civilizations and Slavic Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Emma Dench When Opposites Attract: Reading Plato’s  Symposium   as an Instruction in the Power of Paradox  by Signe Conway, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Mark Schiefsky Euripides’   Bakkhai:  A New Translation in Verse and Prose  by Felice Ford, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Albert Henrichs Deviant Diners: An Examination of Guests and Hosts in Roman Literature  by Ann Forman, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Richard Tarrant Sealed With a Kiss: Mediated Communication in Chariton’s  Callirhoe by Iya Megre, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor David Elmer For Better, for Worse: Marriage and Citizenship as Compensating Mechanisms in Roman Society  by Sara Mills, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Kathleen Coleman Μανία   Μουσῶν  by Nicholas Nehamas, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Mark Schiefsky Visual Power: The Colosseum as a Political Tool in Rome  by William Newell, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Kathleen Coleman Inventing the Roman City  by Kyle Ralston, concentrator in Classical Languages and Literatures Advisor: Professor Emma Dench

*Der Spiegel der Zeit : The  Thesaurus Linguae Latinae  and the Story of Modern Latin Lexicography  by Christian Flow, concentrator in Classics Advisor: Professor Christopher Krebs Exile, Youth and Family: Methods of Evoking Sympathy in the Latter Half of Vergil’s  Aeneid by Veronica Rey Koven-Matasy, concentrator in Classics Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas * An Onymous Poem: Identity and Genre in  Lycidas by Mary Anne Marks, joint concentrator in Classics and English Advisor: Professor Richard Thomas Magister Gregorius and the Marvels of Rome: Translating a City into Text, Navigating Structure and Rhetoric  by Emily Virginia Meredith Walker, concentrator in Medieval Latin Advisor: Professor Jan Ziolkowski *The Jew, the Furnace, and the Virgin: a Critical Edition, Translation, and Commentary on a Greek Version of the “Jewish Boy Legend”  by Michael Wesley Zellmann-Rohrer, concentrator in Classics Advisor: Professor John Duffy

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• Simone Mucci, “Józef Struś (Josephus Struthius) translator of Galen. The case of De antidotis”, Arts et Savoirs [Online], 15 | 2021, Online since 25 June 2021, URL: http://journals.openedition.org/aes/3889
• C. Mann, 'The significance of the military representationof Caracalla upon the coinage of his sole reign (212-217 CE)', Journal of the Numismatic Association of Australia vol 28 (2017): 54-65.

D. Wilding et al. Tokens, Writing and (Ac)counting: A Conversation with Denise Schmandt-Besserat and Bill Maurer . Exchanges: the Warwick Research Journal, [S.l.], v. 5, n. 1, p. 1-14, oct. 2017. ISSN 2053-9665.

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Classical Studies Theses and Dissertations

This collection contains theses and dissertations from the Department of Classical Studies, collected from the Scholarship@Western Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Repository

Theses/Dissertations from 2024 2024

Creating Legitimacy: The Dyarchy in Spartan Social Memory , Stephanie J. Dennie

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Shoe Modifications and Foot Health: A Case Study from Roman Britain , Casey Elizabeth Kay Boettinger

Applying 3D Structured Light Scanning to Roman Leather Insoles From Vindolanda: A Novel Approach to Podiatric Data Collection , Maria Lorene Glanfield

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Evidence of the Erotic in the House of the Vettii , Ashley Franker-Shuh

Who Gets to be a Knower? Epistemic Authority in Classical Studies , Jaymie Orchard

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Peitho, Dolos, and Bia in Three Late Euripidean Tragedies , Christian Bot

Shifting Discourses of Roman Otium in Cicero, Catullus, and Sallust , Keegan Bruce

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Euripides' 'Andromache' and Athenian Hegemonic Ideology , Alexandra H. Dawson

The Gift in the Iliad , Tyler Jordan

A Commentary on the first 118 lines of John of Garland's Integumenta Ovidii , Garett Schoffro

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Thucydides' Account of the Plague as Trauma Narrative , Jenna M. Colclough

Ritual Impasse in Tragic Marriage: Sophocles' Deianeira, Euripides' Hermione, Euripides' Electra. , Valeria Logacheva

Lictors in the Roman World , Erin Pierik

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Guilt in Vergil’s 'Aeneid' and Lucan’s 'Bellum Civile' , Michelle Sugar

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Xenia in Classical Economies: The Function of Ritualized Interpersonal Relationships in Athenian Trade , Morgan C. Kostiew

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

The Real Housewives of Ancient Rome: Evidence for the Economic Contributions of Women , Sarah M. VanderPloeg

The Acrobatic Body in Ancient Greek Society , Jonathan R. Vickers

Language Contact and Identity in Roman Britain , Robert Jackson Woodcock

Homeric Kinship on the Margins of the Oikos , Tim Wright

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

"Zeus the Head, Zeus the Middle": Studies in the History and Interpretation of the Orphic Theogonies , Dwayne A. Meisner

Frontiers of Food: Identity and Food Preparation in Roman Britain , Sarah J. Taylor

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

The Modalities of Roman Translation: Source-representative, Allusive, and Independent , James Kruck

Athletes in Song and Stone: Victory and Identity in Epinician and Epigram , Peter Miller

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

The Experience of Battle in the Sicilian Expedition: From the Great Harbour to the River Assinarus , Frank D. D'Earmo

The Roman Ethnozoological Tradition: Identifying Exotic Animals in Pliny's Natural History , Benjamin Moser

Foreign Women in Latin Literature: The Representation of Boudicca , Kaitlyn Pettigrew

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Moral Revision in Latin Ethnography: A Reassessment of Tacitus’ Germania and Caesar’s Bellum Gallicum , Joseph D. Davis

'Horae' in Roman Funerary Inscriptions , Simeon D. Ehrlich

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This tutorial is chiefly aimed at undergraduate majors in Classics and beginning graduate students who are about to write a research paper, a junior or senior thesis. To illustrate this step-by-step approach to research, a topic, “Aristotle on the Function of Music in Tragedy,” has been chosen. It seems a particularly useful one for this purpose since it incorporates several disciplines — ancient Greek language and literature, philosophy, music, history, education, and politics — and, therefore, offers good practice in conducting research at the UC Libraries. To illustrate these principles of research, as well as to highlight a multitude of library resources at the University of Cincinnati, especially in the John Miller Burnam Classics Library, concrete and live searches are performed in video and audio.

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Classical Studies

An overview of the discipline.

Classical Studies is a humanities discipline that focuses on Greek and Roman civilizations during Late Antiquity. Truly interdisciplinary, Classics draws upon the fields of Greek and Latin Languages, History, Art History, Comparative Literature, Archaeology, Linguistics, Gender Studies, Philosophy, and Science. Classicists seek to formulate a greater understanding of Greek and Roman societies and how subsequent civilizations have perceived and interacted with these legacies.

Writing in the Discipline

The study of Classics encompasses the past and the present: understanding Ancient Roman and Greek civilizations and how contemporary observers have appropriated and interpreted the legacy of these civilizations. Classicists often work from a problem-solution explanatory structure. For example, scholars may work to understand the function of an artifact, text, or practice in an effort to achieve a deeper understanding of Ancient Roman and Greek cultures.

On the other hand, Classicists who focus on the reception of Ancient Roman and Greek cultures by later civilizations are generally engaged in justificatory reasoning as they attempt to affirm or critique other scholars’ positions. In both cases, the goal of these scholars is to contribute to the collective scholarly discourse that illuminates the cultural legacy of Ancient Rome and Greece.

Scholars in Classics are most likely to work with Greek and Latin texts, which are derived ancient manuscripts. Less frequently, they will focus on artifacts, architecture, and works of art to elucidate Ancient Roman and Greek cultures. In turn, scholars who are engaged primarily in reception studies will use other scholars’ work as evidence to support or critique their positions.

Classics scholars use both explanatory and justificatory reasoning. Classicists who have the goal of elucidating Ancient Greek and Roman cultures will most often use explanatory reasoning. Classicists use justificatory reasoning when they are trying to affirm or critique other scholars’ positions, such as how Seneca should be understood by contemporary audiences. Lacking conclusive evidence about how to translate or interpret a text or an artifact, Classics scholars must justify their interpretations in an effort to persuade their readers. Thus both explanatory and justificatory reasoning are employed in this field and their use is situational, depending on the scholar’s goals and audience.

Classists base their analyses and interpretations on primary source evidence.

Classics scholarship can be single- or multi-authored. For example, Dr. James Ker co-edited an edition of translations of Seneca into English. Dr. Peter Struck said collaboration comes to the fore when a scholar presents a paper to other scholars. Their feedback is subsequently incorporated into the revisions of that paper for publication.

Student Writing Tips

The main mistake that students make is to formulate an overly broad thesis statement. Afraid that they will not have sufficient reasons and examples to support a narrower thesis, they provide a very general, unfocused thesis that results in generic, uninventive papers. A broad thesis is not wrong, but it precludes the presentation of original thought, which gets swallowed up by a vague thesis.

While winnowing through evidence, students should look for what stands out. They should be alert to anything that strikes them as odd or provocative. Interesting evidence leads to the development of inventive theses and makes the project interesting to writer and reader alike.

Organization

Incoherent organization is the most pernicious problem in student papers. The discipline contains vast amounts of evidence that can easily overwhelm an inexperienced writer. Students should take care to connect their reasons and evidence to a focused thesis rather than attempt to link loosely related evidence to a large, generic claim. Synthesis is critical to a strong paper in Classics, as is a strong understanding of how each paragraph relates to the paper’s proposition. The most successful students organize their writing so that there is no ambiguity about how ideas relate to each other.

Style and Revision

Classics scholars use different citation methods, e.g. MLA, APA, Chicago, etc., depending on their fields. Whatever style is chosen, be sure to be consistent. Given the many citation styles used by Classics scholars, they sometimes find themselves having to change their citation method for a particular publication.

A recommended technique for final proofreading is for students to read their papers aloud; students hear mistakes they often miss when they read too quickly silently.

Important Criteria for Student Writing

Students are advised that ideas and organization are most important to professors in Classics. Grammar, mechanics, and style are second to original, well-organized work. Style should be the last consideration, for it is cosmetic, in contrast to the thesis, reasoning and evidence, and coherence, which are the life of the paper.

Common Errors

• Logical and semantic incoherence: Students often make logical or semantic leaps, forgetting to develop links between their ideas and evidence or making incorrect assumptions about what their readers know or understand. All claims should be supported with evidence and reasoning should be tested for logical coherence.
• Assuming there is only one interpretation or function of a text: Students should keep their minds open as they work with ancient texts and artifacts. They should refrain from resting upon a premature interpretation. The best way to approach the work of Classics is to read carefully and then revisit the original sources to test and pressure the original analysis.

Student Writing Assignments

Students are often required to engage in close readings of texts, in which they are asked to carefully analyze an individual passage from a text. Another common assignment is to analyze and compare two textual passages. Research papers are works of analysis and synthesis of multiple sources organized around a carefully constructed thesis.

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Dr. Struck is interested in Greek and Roman mythology, ancient theories of signs and interpretation, and dreams and divinations. He recommends reading works by Peter Brown, as an excellent example of writing in the Classics field, due to his elegant style. More...

Dr. Ker is interested in Latin Literature, Greco-Roman culture, and ancient philosophy. He notes that classics is a "heavy footnote discipline." Successful students will draw from intellectual experiences across the board. He recommends reading works by Ellen Oliensis, as an excellent example of writing in the Classics field. "She writes elegantly and precisely, but also manages to include her personality in what she writes." More...

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PhD and MA theses in Classics from the University of Canterbury

Below are listed University of Canterbury theses in Classics. Recent theses with a “connect to electronic version” link are accessible online. Borrowable copies are indicated by the display of a call number. Click any title to view its full catalogue record and details of availability. If there is no online link or borrowable copy available, a library-use copy may be requested via the Library catalogue. It may be read in the Macmillan Brown Library.

Anderson Marshall, Sonia-Ingrid Patronage and community agency in early Christian iconography :the evidence from three Tunisian mosaics : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy, Classics Department, University of Canterbury 2017.. Connect to electronic resource

Bell, Roslynne S. Power and piety :Augustan imagery and the cult of the Magna Mater : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy 2007.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Bond, R. P. Stoic influence on selected satires of Horace :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Classics in the University of Canterbury 1977.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Broadhead, H. D. Latin prose rhythm :a new method of investigation 1922.. PA 2340 .B863

Dunn, G. J. Syntactic word order in Herodotus 1981.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Macauley, Amanda Jane 'A kingdom of iron and rust' : identity, legitimacy, and the performance of contentious politics in Rome (180-238CE) : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at the University of Canterbury 2019.. Connect to electronic resource

Morrison, Gary L. Second Maccabees and Jewish society :representations of Jewishness, Hellenism and the interaction between the Greeks and the Jews : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at the University of Canterbury 2004.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Plant, Ian Michael. Aphistemi in Thucydides : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the University of Canterbury 1990.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Rainey, Sean Alan. The nature of Carthaginian imperial activity :trade, settlement, conquest, and rule : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at the University of Canterbury 2004.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Washbourne, Rose Out of the mouths of pots :towards an interpretation of the symbolic meaning of Cypriot Bronze Age funerary artefacts including examples in the University of Canterbury's Logie Collection : a thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Classics in the University of Canterbury 1998.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Whybrew, Linda. The relationship between Horace's Sermones and Epistulae book 1 :"Are the letters of Horace satires?" : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the University of Canterbury 2006.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Wong, Andrew James Antisthenes Odysseus :its context in ancient literature and culture : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Classics at the University of Canterbury 2017.. Connect to electronic resource

Burnett, Guy Harold. Fatum, Fortuna and the divinities in Lucan's Pharsalia :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in the University of Canterbury 2001.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Cox, Frances The dark side of the coin :working families in urban Rome : a thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics, Classics Department, University of Canterbury 2017.. Connect to electronic resource

Dijkstra, Tony. Attitudes to the Gracchi in our sources for the late 2nd and early 1st centuries B.C. :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics in the University of Canterbury 2010.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Friend, John Lennard. The fighting manner of javelin-men and other light troops and their effectiveness in Greek warfare from the beginning of the Peloponnesian War to the Second Battle of Mantinea :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in the University of Canterbury 2000.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Frude, Hannah Use and perception of night in Suetonius' De Vita Caesarum :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics 2013.. Connect to electronic resource

Hunter, Anthony George. Love and sex in Epicurean philosophy :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in the University of Canterbury 2001.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Lander, Paul James. The Spartans in Thucydides :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in the University of Canterbury 1999.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Lochhead, Elizabeth. Ennius' Hedyphagetica :the case for convivial performance : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics in the University of Canterbury 2010.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Looyer, Natalie M. The ambivalent heroism of Ajax in the odes of Pindar :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment for the requirements of Master of Arts in Classics at the University of Canterbury 2019.. Connect to electronic resource

Madison, Emma R. The figure of Helen in Homeric epic :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics in the University of Canterbury 1996.. Thesis (Classics)

Morrison, Gary L. The women of Herodotus' Histories :a view into Athenian society : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in the University of Canterbury 2000.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Neilson, Ruth. Bronze age connections :an investigation regarding the archaeological and textual evidence for contact between the Mycenaean Greeks and the Hittites : a thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics in the University of Canterbury 2009.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

O'Rourke, Cara Siobhan. Latin as a threatened language in the linguistic world of early fifteenth century Florence :a thesis submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Arts in Classical Studies in the University of Canterbury 2006.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Perry, Timothy P. J. Strife and the appropriateness standard in Homer, Hesiod and Pindar :a thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics in the University of Canterbury 2004.. Thesis (Classics)

Provis, Damien The authority of Ennius and the Annales in Cicero's philosophical works :a thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics, Classics Department, University of Canterbury 2014. Connect to electronic resource

Purton, Jeremy S. Visualisation and description in the elegies of Propertius and Tibullus :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics in the University of Canterbury 2011.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Rainey, Sean Alan. Fifth-century Greek colonisation :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in the University of Canterbury 2000.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

Steyn, Danielle. Chasing the sun : using coinage to document the spread of solar worship in the Roman Empire in the 3rd Century CE : a thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics [2013]. Connect to electronic resource

Tinkler, K. The abuse of patriarchal power in Rome :the rape narratives of Ovids Metamorphoses : a thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics, Classics Department, University of Canterbury 2018.. Connect to electronic resource

Wakelin, Samuel John Herodotus the SVRZRV B- theology and the claim to knowledge :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in the University of Canterbury 2018.. Connect to electronic resource

Wang, Dale Horace is (not) there :a narrative approach to Horace's Sermones : a thesis submitted in partial fullfilment of the requirements of the degree of Masters of Arts in Classics in the University of Canterbury 2016.. Connect to electronic resource

White, Amy Hannibal's night time antics :Livy's use of 'the night' in the third decade to present military operations, develop moral exempla, and examine Rome's past : a thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics 2014.. Connect to electronic resource

Williams, Hugh An historical study of the Proto-Indo-European nominal derivational morpheme *-ti- :a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Classics, Classics Department, University of Canterbury 2019.. Connect to electronic resource

Wiltshire, Roswyn Ancient glass in the Canterbury Museum :the Damon Collection and other acquisitions : [a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment for the requirements of Master of Arts in Classics at the University of Canterbury] 2019.. Connect to electronic resource

Wise, Amanda Rae. Ritual and reason :the sacrificial motif in Sophoclean tragedy : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in History in the University of Canterbury 2009.. Connect to electronic version Thesis (Classics)

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As you begin your senior thesis project, use these strategies and resources to find and analyze scholarly publications, ancient texts and material culture, and receptions of them across time.

1) Developing a topic

Review books and articles you've read and found interesting and read over the papers you’ve written for your classes. Talk to professors and students in your department about your ideas. Consult Haverford’s digital thesis archive to see papers written by students in previous years. 

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6) Joining the Scholarly Conversation 

Researchers conduct scholarly conversations in their publications, advancing new ideas and working toward consensus on significant issues.  By reading for these exchanges, you come to a fuller understanding of the dynamics within your field and how your research can contribute to the ongoing work.  To begin, see the Bryn Mawr Classical Review .

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5) Relevant Primary Sources

In your readings, what kinds of sources are researchers using?  Collections of texts, images and data are available through Tripod and the Web.  Email your subject librarians for help in identifying and/or accessing sources including artworks, inscriptions and texts.  See also the Senior Seminar research guide   and the  Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology guide .

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AN INTERDISCIPLINARY AND INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROGRAM AT COLUMBIA

The Ph.D. program in Classical Studies attracts students with a broad range of interests in all fields of ancient studies. Unique in its scope, the Classical Studies Program provides access to the intellectual and organizational resources of the four participating Departments: Art History and Archaeology , Classics , History , and Philosophy . Students are eligible to work with the materials of Columbia’s archaeological, epigraphic, and numismatic collections, can apply to Columbia’s excavation projects, and participate in the numerous initiatives organized by the University: seminars, lectures, conferences, museum trips, and more.

The beginnings of this integrated approach to antiquity go back at least as far as “Altertumswissenschaft” in 19th century Germany. For Wilamowitz-Moellendorff, classical scholarship was a “science.” It should “re-create the poet’s song, the thought of the philosopher and the lawgiver, the sanctity of the temple and the feelings of the believers and the unbelievers, the bustling life of market and port, the physical appearance of land and sea, mankind at work and play.” Today, the study of antiquity is a methodologically diverse field, looking to discover the past, but also to engage with art as art, and to do philosophy with the ancient philosophers. In the words of Momigliano, historians work with sources. But their work is not to interpret these sources. It is to interpret the reality that these sources refer to: “it is this ability to interpret a document by not making it a document, but a real episode of life in the past, that ultimately makes someone a historian.”

Variety and flexibility are among the defining features of the program. Each scholar graduating from Classical Studies has a different profile. Through one-on-one advising and a vibrant research community, we help students define their interests and move toward independent scholarship. As students enter the program, we encourage them to develop advanced language skills and to learn about aspects of antiquity that they may not yet have explored as undergraduates. As students proceed toward dissertation work, they are advised to find topics that reflect inter-disciplinary training and that allow them to make original contributions to the field. All Classical Studies Ph.D. students receive a full funding package which includes both the cost of tuition and a stipend.

For more information about the program and the application process, please get in touch with faculty , Chair Ellen Morris, or the administrators of Classical Studies , and consult the Classical Studies admissions page as well as the admissions page of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Columbia University .

Requirements

The requirements below should be read in conjunction with the general requirements of the Graduate School.

After admittance to the program, students should consult the Chair to set up an advisory committee to assist in planning a course of study for each term in residence. Typically, the Chair and the Vice-Chair of the program shall act as advisors, and an individual advisor shall be assigned depending on the specific interests of the students. Each student’s program of study must be approved before registration.

Requirements for the free-standing M.A. degree in Classical Studies and the M.A. degree taken en route to the Ph.D. are identical (see M.A. requirements). The M.A. dissertation must be approved before the student is permitted to continue on to the M.Phil. degree.

Phases of Study

The program of study for the Ph.D. tends to fall into three phases: (i) coursework and language training, (ii) developing advanced research skills and deeper knowledge of topics relevant to a dissertation project, to be demonstrated in qualifying exams, as well as a dissertation proposal, to be defended at a proposal defense examination, (iii) the dissertation phase during which the student completes a Ph.D. dissertation.

Students are encouraged to apply for additional external fellowships, and to consult GSAS guidelines about fellowship applications. Students should consult with their advisors about fellowships suitable to their phase of study and research profile.

M.Phil. Requirements

Students in the Ph.D. program are admitted to candidacy for the M.Phil. degree upon completion of all requirements for the M.A. degree.

Languages: Competence in a second ancient language, Greek or Latin, to be demonstrated by course work or examination, and in a second modern language (one of the two must be German, the other may be French or Italian), by examination.

Courses: Six additional courses for a letter grade beyond those completed for the M.A., to be taken in the Departments of Classics, History, Art History and Archaeology, or Philosophy. No more than three of these courses may be in any one department, and at least two of them must be colloquia or seminars. Students are expected to maintain at least a B+ average in their graded courses.

Qualifying Examination: Examinations in three topics are taken after the completion of all language and course requirements. Each student is examined on selected topics from the three fields of ancient study most relevant to the student’s research interests (to be determined with the help of the student’s advisor, and to be approved by the Advisor, Chair and Vice Chair). The examination includes both written and oral sections.

Dissertation Proposal Examination: In addition to completing successfully all requirements for the M.Phil. degree, students must pass a proposal defense and successfully complete and defend their doctoral dissertations in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Continuation beyond the M.Phil. degree is authorized by the student’s dissertation proposal committee (sponsor and two further committee members), the Chair and the Vice-Chair.

Dissertation Phase

Ph.D. candidates must be enrolled full-time. 

Dissertation: Topics are approved by the student’s Dissertation Committee, the Chair and Vice-Chair. Topics usually require a substantial amount of scholarly expertise in more than one of the three disciplines. The student must present and successfully defend the dissertation.

Teaching Requirement

Participation in the instructional activities of one or more of the participating departments for three years. As a rule, in the second, third and fourth years of study, students gain exposure to teaching as assistants to professors in undergraduate courses, as section leaders in lecture courses or as language instructors. Students who are interested in broadening their teaching apprenticeships are eligible to teach in the Core Program once they have received the M.Phil. Students may only apply to be a preceptor if they have or expect to have the M.Phil. by the May prior to being appointed as a preceptor, which includes having successfully defended a dissertation proposal, if they have completed at least two substantive chapters of the dissertation, and if they are not past their sixth year of registration during the first year of the preceptorship. Students may not hold instructional appointments after year seven.

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The same guidelines apply to second-year PhD students and those in the terminal MA program.  Students planning for August or December graduation will need to adapt the schedule below to the appropriate time frame.

Preliminary arrangements and paperwork:

The MA thesis will normally be an extension of a research project for a seminar in Greek, Latin, or Classics taken at Washington University; for example, a 40-page extended version of a 15-page research paper written for the seminar. (Exceptions to this practice will be considered, but students are advised that the construction of a thesis from scratch involves a significant time commitment, and a thesis project should not jeopardize the timely completion of other Program requirements.) The student will sign up for three “Research” credits for each of the last two semesters of the program (see the Department Administrator for guidance), and to fulfill these credits, will be expected to research, write, and meet regularly with the thesis Adviser  throughout both of those semesters.

In addition, the student must:

• Discuss the proposed topic with the prospective Adviser (normally, the faculty member who taught or is currently teaching the seminar related to the project), and obtain his/her consent to advise the thesis. This conversation(s) should take place before the first semester of thesis work is to begin, and ideally will take place at the end of the student’s first two semesters in the program;
• Inform the Director of Graduate Studies of the thesis plan once the Adviser and student have agreed to work together;
• By November 1, submit a thesis proposal to the Director of Graduate Studies. The proposal will describe, in 2-3 pages, the thesis topic, the rationale, the background the writer brings to the project, proposed argument, methodology and key questions, proposed timeline for completion of chapters, and a working bibliography of primary and secondary materials.
• By November 15, after sharing the proposal with prospective readers and using the Departmental Thesis Committee form (available from the Director of Graduate Studies), secure written commitments from additional readers for the thesis for a Committee total of three faculty (including the Adviser), including no more than one faculty member from outside the Classics Department; all three must also be available for an oral defense in April. The form should be submitted to the Director of Graduate Studies.
• Also by November 15, submit the “Title, Scope, and Procedure” form to the Departmental Administrator.  The form can be obtained at on the Graduate School website  under the heading “Thesis/Dissertation/Degree”.  Please see the Department Administrator if you have any questions about the form.

Research and writing

While researching and writing the thesis, the student is encouraged to look over past theses archived in the graduate study room to get an idea on how the finished product should look (in terms of structure, length, documentation style, etc.).

The Adviser’s responsibilities include:

• Advising the student on crafting the proposal,
• Meeting with the student regularly during the research and writing process,
• Setting clear deadlines for completion of chapters and other tasks, and
• Providing timely feedback on submitted work.

The student may also solicit advice and feedback from other members of the Thesis Committee.

At the beginning of the final semester, the student should propose a date for the oral defense (for May graduates, this should fall in the first half of April to allow time for revisions before the Graduate School deadline) and obtain the entire Committee’s confirmation of their availability.

The student will turn in a final complete draft, including ancillary sections such as Table of Contents, Figures and a List of Figures (if relevant), and a complete list of Works Cited, to the Adviser  two weeks before the defense date. This draft should incorporate any revisions recommended by the Adviser and Readers along the way. All readers will then read the thesis and prepare responses and questions to be presented at the defense

Defense, final revisions, and filing:

The student should work with the Committee and the Department Administrator to schedule the two-hour defense and reserve an appropriate room. The Adviser will advise the student on how to prepare for the defense. In the event that the student or a Committee member must be absent from campus on the defense date, arrangements must be made for participation via Skype or similar means.

Following the defense, the Committee may accept the thesis as presented; ask for minor revisions; or ask for major revisions, re-circulation of the document, and a repeat defense. All results will be communicated in person to the student whenever possible, and reiterated in writing (e-mail or letter). The Adviser will also report the results to the Graduate Committee.

The student is responsible for finalizing and depositing the thesis document (see the Graduate School's Master's Thesis Guide, and coordinate with the Department Administrator). For May graduation, the thesis must be filed at the Graduate School by a date in late April or early May specified by the Graduate School each spring (please consult the Department Administrator in advance to confirm the date).

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The PhD is a three-year research degree, examined by a dissertation of up to 80,000 words. The criteria for obtaining the degree are that the dissertation represents a 'substantial contribution to knowledge', and that it also represents a realistic amount of work for three years' study.

Doctoral students spend most of their time working independently, researching their own specialist topic, but there is a wide variety of postgraduate seminars offered in the various subject areas (Greek and Latin Literature, Philosophy, History, Art and Archaeology, Philology and Linguistics, and Interdisciplinary Approaches to the Ancient World), and you will be encouraged to participate actively in one or more each term. If you need to acquire any further specialist skills, you will be entitled to attend any lectures you wish from the University's extensive undergraduate lecturing programme, in Classics or any other discipline; and the Faculty currently offers training in palaeography, epigraphy, Linear B and numismatics, and classes in a range of ancient and modern languages.

When you have submitted your thesis, it will be examined jointly by two experts in the relevant area, one of them from Cambridge, one from another university, and discussed orally at a viva with the two examiners. Many successful theses go on to become the basis for significant publications.

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First Degree: Most applicants will be taking, or have completed, a Master’s level degree course (MPhil, MSt, MA, or other research preparation programme), and we are looking for a first class/Distinction level of work on that course from a British university, or the equivalent from an overseas university.

Your qualification need not be entirely in classical subjects, but we normally expect some evidence of first-class/Distinction level attainments in areas directly relevant to your proposed research.

English Language: If English is not your first language, you will also need to satisfy the Faculty’s English language condition (as follows) prior to your admission being confirmed. You must achieve the minimum requirements in the same sitting, and no more than two years before the start of your course.  

• IELTS: Overall band score of 7.5, with not less than 7.0 in individual elements.
• CAE (Cambridge English Advanced):  A grade (plus an assessment by our language centre)
• CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency):  A or B grade
• TOEFL: Overall score of 110, with not less than 25 in individual elements.

This condition is waived if you have:-

• completed a course equivalent to a UK Bachelor's degree;
• running for three years or more;
• at an English-language institution;
• in the last two years.

For full information, please refer to the University website .

Greek & Latin: The majority of research projects, with the exception of those which are strictly archaeological in character, require a high level of Latin and/or Greek. The skills which you need to strengthen during your first year can include these languages, but it is unlikely that these could reach the high linguistic standards required for the PhD if you did not arrive here with at least a good grounding in them.

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The Faculty is saddened by news of the death of Dr Richard Duncan-Jones FBA FSA. He had been a Fellow of Gonville and Caius College since 1963 where he was a college lecture in Classics and Director of Studies for many years.

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15 May 2024

The Faculty is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Elena Giusti as a new Assistant Professor of Latin literature. She will join the Faculty in the new academic year. Elena will be joining from the University of Warwick, where she is currently Associate Professor of Latin . She works broadly on Roman literature and...

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1. Accounting Thesis Topics

• The impact of blockchain technology on traditional accounting practices.
• Comparative analysis of international accounting standards and local practices.
• Ethical considerations in managerial accounting.
• The role of artificial intelligence in financial fraud detection.
• Sustainability reporting: Standards and implications for global firms.
• Cybersecurity risks in cloud-based accounting systems.
• The future of forensic accounting in a digital age.
• Behavioral finance: How cognitive biases affect accounting decisions.
• The effectiveness of audit committees in emerging economies.
• Tax evasion and government policy in developing countries.
• Cryptocurrency and its implications for financial reporting.
• Implementing lean accounting in the manufacturing sector.
• The impact of culture on international accounting practices.
• Carbon credits accounting: Challenges and opportunities.
• The role of accounting in corporate social responsibility.
• Innovations in non-profit accounting.
• Accounting ethics and online privacy.
• Big data and predictive analytics for risk management.
• Revenue recognition in the digital economy.
• Accounting for startups: Challenges and best practices.
• The effect of global economic crises on accounting norms.
• Corporate governance and its impact on accounting standards.
• Integration of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) factors in financial reporting.
• The evolution of cost accounting in the healthcare sector.
• Financial literacy and its impact on business success.
• Mergers and acquisitions: Accounting and cultural integration.
• The changing landscape of pension accounting.
• Real-time accounting: Implementation and effects.
• Transparency in government accounting: A comparative study.
• Intellectual property valuation and its accounting challenges.
• Impact of tariffs and trade barriers on accounting policies.
• Accounting for climate change: Risks and opportunities.
• The role of accountants in corporate turnaround strategies.
• Auditing automation and its impact on audit quality.
• The influence of technology on the evolution of accounting standards.
• Risk management in financial services: An accounting perspective.
• Outsourcing accounting services: Benefits and risks.
• The future of professional ethics in accounting.
• The role of accounting in enhancing organizational efficiency.
• Exploring the relationship between accounting information systems and organizational performance.

2. Art Thesis Topics

• Digital media and the transformation of traditional art forms.
• The influence of social media on contemporary art and artist visibility.
• Art as a form of political resistance in authoritarian regimes.
• The evolution of street art and its acceptance in mainstream galleries.
• Feminist art movements in the 21st century.
• The intersection of technology and art: Virtual reality as a new canvas.
• Postmodernism in art: Origins and future directions.
• The role of art therapy in mental health treatment.
• Cultural appropriation vs. appreciation in global art forms.
• The impact of global warming on artistic expression.
• Art in times of crisis: A study of pandemic-driven art.
• Sustainable art: Materials and practices for the eco-conscious artist.
• The commercialization of indigenous art.
• The role of galleries in shaping art trends.
• Art education and its impact on career success in the arts.
• The depiction of race and gender in modern sculptures.
• Art curation and digital exhibitions: The future of museums.
• The influence of celebrity culture on art valuation.
• Collaborative art projects and their impact on community development.
• The ethics of restoring ancient artworks.
• Animation as a form of contemporary art.
• The rise of performance art and its social implications.
• Exploring the relationship between art and technology.
• The resurgence of handicrafts in a digital age.
• The impact of economic crises on art production.
• The role of art in promoting sustainability.
• The dynamics of art fairs and their influence on the art market.
• Consumer culture and its representation in contemporary art.
• The role of public art in urban regeneration.
• The influence of migration on artistic expression.
• Decolonizing art history: Perspectives and methodologies.
• The impact of AI-generated art on the concept of authorship.
• The role of art in enhancing intercultural dialogue.
• Art and propaganda: A historical analysis.
• Graffiti as a tool for social change.
• The psychology of color in artistic expression.
• The effect of global tourism on local art scenes.
• Art as a vehicle for social justice.
• The relationship between art and fashion design.
• The future of biographical films on artists.

3. Banking Thesis Topics

• The future of cryptocurrencies in global banking systems.
• The impact of mobile banking on traditional banking practices.
• The role of central banks in stabilizing economic crises.
• Consumer behavior in digital banking: Trust and security aspects.
• The effect of banking regulations on international investments.
• Financial inclusion: Strategies for reaching the unbanked populations.
• The role of microfinance in poverty alleviation.
• Banking secrecy and its impact on tax evasion.
• The influence of fintech innovations on traditional banking models.
• The sustainability of peer-to-peer lending platforms.
• The impact of Brexit on the UK banking sector.
• Cybersecurity strategies in online banking.
• The future of Islamic banking in non-Muslim countries.
• The role of green banking in promoting environmental sustainability.
• The effectiveness of anti-money laundering policies.
• The impact of negative interest rates on banking profitability.
• Risk management in banking: Current strategies and future challenges.
• Customer loyalty in retail banking.
• The evolution of credit scoring models in the age of big data.
• The role of banks in supporting SMEs during economic downturns.
• Ethical banking: Concepts and real-world applications.
• The impact of regulatory changes on banking innovation.
• The role of banking in economic development of rural areas.
• Customer satisfaction and service quality in online banking.
• The challenges of implementing blockchain technology in banking.
• The future of offshore banking.
• The impact of artificial intelligence on banking services.
• The role of central banks in managing climate risk.
• The effects of global political instability on banking security.
• Banking for the elderly: Adapting services for an aging population.
• The role of banks in fostering entrepreneurship.
• Digital wallets: Adoption rates and consumer trust.
• The impact of the gig economy on banking products.
• The role of emotional intelligence in banking leadership.
• Compliance challenges in global banking.
• The future of bank branch design in the digital era.
• Innovations in payment systems and their impact on consumer behavior.
• The role of banks in funding renewable energy projects.
• The impact of pandemics on banking behavior.
• Cross-border banking challenges and opportunities.

4. Biology Thesis Topics

• CRISPR and its implications for genetic diseases.
• The role of microbiomes in human health.
• Synthetic biology: Designing life for industrial purposes.
• Conservation genetics: Saving species from extinction.
• The impact of climate change on marine biodiversity.
• The ethics of cloning: From animals to humans.
• The future of bioinformatics in personalized medicine.
• The role of epigenetics in cancer development.
• Bioremediation techniques in oil spill recovery.
• The influence of urban environments on avian species.
• The application of stem cell therapy in regenerative medicine.
• The potential of algae as a biofuel source.
• The impact of invasive species on ecosystem balance.
• The role of plants in mitigating air pollution.
• The genetics of aging and longevity.
• The impact of microplastics on freshwater ecosystems.
• The evolution of antibiotic resistance.
• The role of wildlife in the spread of zoonotic diseases.
• The potential of biotechnology in food security.
• The ethical considerations of using animals in research.
• The future of GMOs in global agriculture.
• The impact of deforestation on biodiversity.
• The role of citizen science in biological research.
• The use of drones in wildlife monitoring.
• The challenges of conserving migratory bird species.
• The role of genetic modification in pest control.
• The potential for bioluminescent plants in urban lighting.
• The impact of ocean acidification on coral reefs.
• The genetics of plant adaptation to climate change.
• The role of animal behavior in conservation strategies.
• The potential of synthetic meat in reducing environmental impact.
• The impact of global warming on polar ecosystems.
• The role of fungi in ecosystem services.
• The challenges of wildlife conservation in conflict zones.
• The future of ecological restoration techniques.
• The impact of human activity on natural selection.
• The potential of venomous animals in medical research.
• The role of genetic diversity in species resilience.
• The use of environmental DNA in biodiversity monitoring.
• The ethical implications of de-extinction technologies.

5. Computer Science Thesis Topics

• Quantum computing and its future applications.
• The impact of machine learning on healthcare diagnostics.
• The ethics of artificial intelligence in decision making.
• Cybersecurity in the age of Internet of Things (IoT).
• The role of virtual reality in education.
• The challenges of data privacy in social media.
• The future of blockchain beyond cryptocurrencies.
• The potential of augmented reality in retail.
• The impact of 5G technology on mobile computing.
• The use of big data in predictive policing.
• The challenges of software engineering in space missions.
• The role of AI in combating climate change.
• The impact of computer vision in autonomous vehicles.
• The ethics of facial recognition technology.
• The potential of AI in artistic creation.
• The role of robotics in elderly care.
• The impact of digital twins in industry 4.0.
• The challenges of maintaining digital heritage.
• The potential of internet governance in global diplomacy.
• The role of deep learning in language translation.
• The future of bioinformatics in genomics.
• The challenges of ethical hacking.
• The role of cloud computing in disaster management.
• The impact of wearable technology on personal health.
• The future of digital currencies in global economies.
• The challenges of data sovereignty.
• The role of machine learning in financial fraud detection.
• The impact of smart cities on urban planning.
• The potential of drones in logistics.
• The role of AI in predictive maintenance.
• The future of edge computing.
• The challenges of implementing AI in legal systems.
• The role of virtual agents in customer service.
• The impact of gaming technology on learning.
• The potential of digital marketing in the era of AI.
• The challenges of AI ethics.
• The role of data analytics in sports performance.
• The impact of e-learning platforms on traditional education.
• The potential of digital assistants in enhancing productivity.
• The challenges of securing IoT devices.

6. Economics Thesis Topics

• The impact of global trade wars on small economies.
• The role of economic policy in climate change mitigation.
• The effects of universal basic income experiments.
• The challenges of economic integration in emerging markets.
• The future of cryptocurrency regulation.
• The impact of remote work on urban economies.
• The role of tourism in economic recovery post-pandemic.
• The challenges of pension systems in aging populations.
• The potential of green bonds in financing sustainable development.
• The impact of artificial intelligence on labor markets.
• The challenges of economic sanctions.
• The role of microfinance in women’s empowerment.
• The impact of Brexit on the European Union.
• The future of trade agreements in a multipolar world.
• The potential of social entrepreneurship in economic development.
• The challenges of income inequality.
• The role of digital currencies in global finance.
• The impact of climate change on agricultural economics.
• The potential of sustainable tourism.
• The challenges of financial literacy education.
• The role of government in innovation ecosystems.
• The impact of healthcare reform on national economies.
• The potential of renewable energy markets.
• The challenges of housing markets in global cities.
• The future of economic theories in the digital age.
• The role of central banks in managing economic crises.
• The impact of population growth on resource allocation.
• The potential of cooperative businesses in sustainable economies.
• The challenges of water scarcity on economic policies.
• The role of technology in economic forecasting.
• The future of economic globalization.
• The challenges of corporate social responsibility.
• The role of public-private partnerships in infrastructure development.
• The impact of big data on economic decision-making.
• The potential of fintech in emerging markets.
• The challenges of trade barriers in Africa.
• The role of economic planning in post-conflict societies.
• The impact of oil price fluctuations on global economies.
• The potential of agrotechnology in enhancing food security.
• The challenges of sustainable development goals.

7. Education Thesis Topics

• The impact of digital classrooms on learning outcomes.
• The challenges of multicultural education in primary schools.
• The role of technology in special education.
• The future of higher education post-pandemic.
• The impact of parental involvement on student achievement.
• The challenges of teacher training in digital skills.
• The potential of gamification in education.
• The impact of school leadership on educational reform.
• The challenges of educational equity in rural areas.
• The role of student voice in educational policy development.
• The future of educational funding models.
• The challenges of adult education in the digital age.
• The potential of mobile learning in developing countries.
• The impact of arts education on academic performance.
• The challenges of standardized testing.
• The role of community partnerships in education.
• The future of educational psychology.
• The challenges of early childhood education policies.
• The potential of blended learning environments.
• The impact of language barriers in bilingual education.
• The challenges of educational technology integration.
• The role of mentorship in teacher development.
• The future of global education initiatives.
• The challenges of education for sustainable development.
• The potential of STEM education in girls’ empowerment.
• The impact of nutrition on cognitive development in children.
• The challenges of refugee education.
• The role of outdoor education in child development.
• The future of vocational training.
• The challenges of distance learning in higher education.
• The role of social media in educational engagement.
• The impact of bullying on student well-being.
• The future of academic libraries in the digital era.
• The challenges of home schooling.
• The potential of interdisciplinary studies.
• The impact of school infrastructure on learning.
• The challenges of teacher retention.
• The role of sports in educational settings.
• The future of educational research methodologies.
• The challenges of academic freedom in authoritarian regimes.

8. Engineering Thesis Topics

• The future of sustainable building materials.
• The role of robotics in disaster response.
• The challenges of renewable energy technologies.
• The future of bioengineering in healthcare.
• The impact of 3D printing on manufacturing industries.
• The challenges of transportation systems in megacities.
• The potential of smart grids in energy management.
• The impact of nanotechnology in material science.
• The challenges of water resource management in arid regions.
• The future of aerospace engineering.
• The role of artificial intelligence in civil engineering.
• The impact of virtual reality in construction planning.
• The challenges of biofuels in sustainable transport.
• The potential of geotechnical engineering in urban development.
• The impact of automation in industrial processes.
• The challenges of cybersecurity in critical infrastructure.
• The future of environmental engineering.
• The role of genetic engineering in agriculture.
• The impact of smart materials in wearable technology.
• The challenges of structural health monitoring.
• The future of electrical engineering in the IoT era.
• The role of mechanical engineering in renewable energy systems.
• The impact of machine learning on engineering design.
• The challenges of climate adaptation in coastal engineering.
• The potential of data analytics in traffic management.
• The impact of augmented reality on maintenance procedures.
• The future of chemical engineering in pharmaceuticals.
• The role of systems engineering in complex projects.
• The impact of drones in environmental monitoring.
• The challenges of acoustic engineering in urban areas.
• The future of automotive engineering in electric vehicles.
• The role of engineering in space exploration.
• The impact of digital twins in asset management.
• The challenges of agricultural engineering in climate-resilient farming.
• The potential of hydraulic engineering in flood prevention.
• The impact of thermal engineering in energy efficiency.
• The challenges of marine engineering in deep-sea exploration.
• The role of process engineering in sustainable manufacturing.
• The future of telecommunications engineering.
• The challenges of safety engineering in high-risk industries.

9. Entrepreneurship Thesis Topics

• The role of startups in economic recovery post-COVID-19.
• The impact of entrepreneurial ecosystems on regional development.
• The challenges of female entrepreneurship in technology sectors.
• The future of social entrepreneurship in addressing global issues.
• The impact of government policies on startup success.
• The challenges of venture capital in emerging markets.
• The potential of digital platforms in fostering entrepreneurship.
• The impact of coworking spaces on entrepreneurial collaboration.
• The challenges of scaling small businesses.
• The future of innovation in entrepreneurial ventures.
• The role of universities in promoting entrepreneurship.
• The impact of business incubators on startup growth.
• The challenges of entrepreneurial education in developing economies.
• The potential of green entrepreneurship in sustainable development.
• The impact of crowdfunding on new venture financing.
• The challenges of intellectual property in startup ecosystems.
• The future of entrepreneurial leadership.
• The role of technology transfer in innovation.
• The impact of e-commerce on small and medium enterprises.
• The challenges of global expansion for startups.
• The future of gig economy and its impact on entrepreneurship.
• The role of corporate entrepreneurship in fostering innovation.
• The impact of digital marketing strategies on entrepreneurial success.
• The challenges of regulatory compliance for new businesses.
• The potential of blockchain technology in entrepreneurial finance.
• The impact of artificial intelligence on small business operations.
• The future of entrepreneurial networking.
• The role of demographic changes in entrepreneurial opportunities.
• The impact of climate change on business innovations.
• The challenges of entrepreneurship in the arts.
• The future of family businesses in modern economies.
• The role of psychological resilience in entrepreneurial success.
• The impact of migration on entrepreneurial diversity.
• The challenges of supply chain management for entrepreneurs.
• The potential of biotechnology startups in healthcare.
• The impact of urbanization on entrepreneurial opportunities.
• The future of virtual reality in business applications.
• The role of data privacy in consumer-oriented startups.
• The impact of mobile payments on small business transactions.
• The challenges of energy efficiency in entrepreneurial ventures.

10. Environmental Science Thesis Topics

• The role of urban green spaces in combating air pollution.
• The impact of plastic pollution on marine ecosystems.
• The challenges of sustainable agriculture in water-scarce regions.
• The future of renewable energy technologies in mitigating climate change.
• The challenges of waste management in urban areas.
• The potential of ecosystem services in urban planning.
• The impact of climate change on freshwater resources.
• The challenges of environmental policy in developing countries.
• The future of conservation strategies for endangered species.
• The role of citizen science in environmental monitoring.
• The impact of industrial pollution on public health.
• The challenges of restoring ecosystems after natural disasters.
• The potential of green chemistry in reducing environmental impact.
• The impact of global warming on polar regions.
• The challenges of air quality monitoring in megacities.
• The future of oceanography in climate research.
• The role of environmental education in sustainability.
• The impact of sustainable tourism on natural reserves.
• The challenges of geothermal energy exploitation.
• The future of bioenergy in global energy markets.
• The role of public awareness in environmental conservation.
• The impact of agricultural runoff on water quality.
• The challenges of noise pollution in urban environments.
• The potential of green roofs in energy conservation.
• The impact of invasive species on local ecosystems.
• The future of wildlife corridors in promoting biodiversity.
• The role of policy in shaping environmental technologies.
• The impact of land use change on ecosystem services.
• The challenges of sustainable fishing practices.
• The future of environmental impact assessments.
• The role of community engagement in conservation projects.
• The impact of climate change on agricultural pests.
• The challenges of sustainable urban drainage systems.
• The potential of natural resource management in conflict zones.
• The impact of eco-labeling on consumer behavior.
• The future of environmental justice in policy making.
• The role of geospatial technologies in environmental management.
• The impact of renewable energy subsidies on market development.
• The challenges of carbon capture and storage technologies.

11. Finance Thesis Topics

• The role of financial technology in shaping banking services.
• The impact of global economic policies on stock markets.
• The challenges of financial inclusion in low-income countries.
• The future of cryptocurrency in global trade.
• The impact of interest rate fluctuations on consumer behavior.
• The challenges of corporate finance in multinational companies.
• The potential of microfinance in supporting small businesses.
• The impact of stock market volatility on retirement savings.
• The challenges of insurance models in climate-sensitive regions.
• The future of investment strategies in a low-yield environment.
• The role of central banks in stabilizing financial markets.
• The impact of Brexit on European financial stability.
• The challenges of ethical investing in emerging markets.
• The potential of blockchain in reducing financial fraud.
• The impact of monetary policies on economic recovery.
• The challenges of financial literacy in developing a sustainable economy.
• The future of digital currencies in monetary systems.
• The role of financial regulations in promoting transparency.
• The impact of artificial intelligence on financial services.
• The challenges of managing public debt in developing countries.
• The future of real estate investment in urban areas.
• The role of crowdfunding in financing innovation.
• The impact of global trade tensions on foreign exchange markets.
• The challenges of pension fund management in an aging population.
• The potential of sustainable finance in corporate strategies.
• The impact of inflation on spending patterns.
• The future of risk management in financial institutions.
• The role of international financial organizations in crisis resolution.
• The impact of technology on personal financial planning.
• The challenges of financial sanctions on global banking.
• The future of financial derivatives in market stability.
• The role of consumer protection in financial services.
• The impact of e-commerce on global economic growth.
• The challenges of financial market regulation in a digital age.
• The potential of impact investing in addressing social issues.
• The impact of climate change on insurance risk assessments.
• The future of global financial cooperation.
• The role of data analytics in financial forecasting.
• The impact of mobile banking on financial accessibility.
• The challenges of financial crime prevention.

12. Geography Thesis Topics

• The impact of climate change on coastal erosion patterns globally
• Urban heat islands: Mitigation strategies for mega-cities
• Geographic information systems (GIS) applications in disaster management
• The role of green spaces in enhancing urban resilience to climate change
• Water scarcity and conflict in the Middle East: A spatial analysis
• Mapping pandemic outbreaks: The role of geographic factors in disease spread
• The effects of urbanization on biodiversity in metropolitan areas
• Sustainable tourism and its impact on indigenous communities
• Deforestation patterns and their impact on local climates
• Geospatial analysis of renewable energy potential in developing countries
• The political geography of borders in post-conflict regions
• Land use changes and their impacts on suburban wildlife
• Analyzing the socioeconomic impacts of natural disasters using spatial data
• The future of Arctic navigation routes: Geopolitical and environmental considerations
• GIS in urban planning: Case studies on efficient city layouts
• Sea level rise and its implications for island nations
• The geography of refugee flows and human migration patterns
• Comparative analysis of urban sprawl in Europe and Asia
• Remote sensing applications in monitoring deforestation efforts
• The dynamics of river pollution and its effects on surrounding populations
• Climate adaptation strategies in drought-prone regions
• The impact of transportation networks on rural development
• Spatial patterns of agricultural productivity shifts due to technological advancements
• Historical cartography and its influence on modern territorial disputes
• The role of geospatial data in shaping public health policies
• Assessing the impact of mega-dams on river ecosystems
• The cultural geography of food security in sub-Saharan Africa
• Urban-rural migration patterns and their effects on regional development
• The evolution of coastal cities’ defense mechanisms against rising sea levels
• Spatial justice and accessibility in metropolitan public services
• Modeling the spread of invasive species using GIS
• The economic geography of global supply chains disrupted by political instability
• Land rights disputes and their environmental consequences
• The role of satellite imagery in enforcing environmental regulations
• Geographical analysis of electoral patterns in democratic nations
• The socioeconomic effects of mining in developing regions
• Water resource management in arid climates: Case studies from around the world
• The use of geospatial data in predicting volcanic eruptions
• The impact of global warming on polar glacial movements
• Urban biodiversity: Strategies for preserving green spaces in large cities

13. Geology Thesis Topics

• The impact of hydraulic fracturing on local groundwater systems
• Volcanic activity and its influence on climate patterns
• Sedimentary records and climate change: A deep-time perspective
• The role of geology in sustainable urban planning
• Mineralogy of subduction zones and its implications for seismic activity
• Geotechnical assessment of landslide-prone areas
• Paleoceanography: Studying ancient marine environments through sediment analysis
• The geochemistry of deep-sea hydrothermal vents and their ecosystems
• Earthquake prediction: Advances in seismic monitoring and data analysis
• The effects of mining on ecosystem dynamics
• Geophysical techniques in oil and gas exploration
• The evolution of continental crust through geological time
• The geology of planetary bodies: Insights from Mars and the Moon
• Coral reef degradation: Geological perspectives on a biological crisis
• The dynamics of groundwater flow in karst environments
• Radioisotope dating: Techniques and applications in geological research
• Impact of glacial movements on alpine landscapes
• Geothermal energy: Mapping potential sites for sustainable power
• The formation and significance of geological faults
• Soil erosion processes and their impact on agricultural land
• Geological mapping of underexplored regions for mineral resources
• The influence of tectonic activity on biodiversity hotspots
• Techniques in paleomagnetism and their applications in plate tectonics
• The impact of coastal erosion on human settlements
• Studying basaltic rock formations to understand volcanic activity
• The role of geology in the carbon cycle and climate regulation
• Advances in geological remote sensing and satellite imagery
• Geoarchaeology: Uncovering human history through geological methods
• Geology and public health: Understanding natural sources of toxic elements
• Modeling the future impacts of sea level rise on coastal geology
• The geological implications of artificial islands and land reclamation
• Preservation of geological heritage sites under threat from tourism
• The role of sediment transport in shaping river deltas
• Geological considerations in the construction of large-scale infrastructure
• The environmental impacts of deep-sea mining
• Assessing the risk of tsunamis in the Pacific Rim
• Geological factors in the siting of nuclear facilities
• The relationship between geological structures and biodiversity in national parks
• Studying the geology of sinkholes: Causes and consequences
• The science of gemstones: From geological formation to market trends

14. Health Thesis Topics

• The impact of telemedicine on healthcare delivery in rural areas
• Nutritional strategies in the prevention of type 2 diabetes
• The role of genetic factors in the development of Alzheimer’s disease
• Mental health outcomes among refugees: A cross-cultural study
• Evaluating the effectiveness of mindfulness-based therapies on chronic pain
• Vaccine hesitancy: Causes and public health implications
• The effects of air pollution on respiratory health in urban areas
• Opioid addiction treatment: New approaches and their effectiveness
• Health disparities in cardiovascular disease outcomes by ethnicity
• The influence of social media on adolescent mental health
• Maternal health and neonatal outcomes in low-resource settings
• The impact of sleep quality on cognitive decline in the elderly
• Public health strategies to combat obesity in children
• The effectiveness of public smoking bans in reducing lung disease rates
• Exploring the relationship between gut microbiota and immune function
• The use of AI in predicting epidemic outbreaks
• Strategies for increasing physical activity among office workers
• The effects of climate change on vector-borne diseases
• Healthcare systems’ responsiveness to the needs of diverse populations
• The role of patient education in managing chronic diseases
• Mental health interventions in primary care settings
• Assessing the impact of dietary supplements on health outcomes
• The role of healthcare policy in improving population health
• The ethical implications of genetic screening for hereditary diseases
• The challenge of antibiotic resistance: Strategies for global response
• Health implications of long-term space travel: A study of astronaut health
• The use of blockchain technology in securing patient health records
• Addressing mental health stigma in various cultural contexts
• The impact of economic downturns on public health systems
• Preventive measures against sports-related concussions
• The role of occupational therapy in stroke rehabilitation
• The effects of urban green spaces on mental health
• Developing effective interventions for teenage substance abuse
• The global impact of non-communicable diseases on economic development
• The use of mobile health applications in patient management
• Strategies for reducing maternal mortality rates in developing countries
• The role of health informatics in improving patient care
• The impact of chronic stress on health: Physiological and psychological aspects
• Evaluating the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic
• The relationship between health literacy and health outcomes

15. Immigration Thesis Topics

• The impact of immigration policies on national security in various countries
• Economic effects of mass migration on host countries
• Cultural integration challenges faced by immigrants in urban settings
• The role of international laws in protecting the rights of refugees
• Effects of brain drain on developing countries due to emigration
• Analysis of the socio-economic impacts of undocumented workers in the United States
• Long-term demographic changes resulting from immigration trends
• The influence of immigrant communities on local election outcomes
• Comparative study of refugee resettlement programs across Western countries
• The role of language barriers in immigrant education and integration
• Mental health issues among immigrant populations
• Impact of remittances on the economy of origin countries
• Legal challenges and pathways to citizenship for immigrants
• The effects of religious diversity brought by immigrants
• Strategies for managing cultural diversity in multinational corporations
• Xenophobia and racism: Social tensions in immigrant-dense areas
• The role of social media in shaping immigrant identity
• The impact of climate change on patterns of global migration
• Comparative analysis of asylum policies in EU countries
• The role of international NGOs in aiding immigrants and refugees
• Gender-specific challenges faced by female immigrants
• The economic contribution of refugees to local economies
• The effect of immigration on public health systems
• Policies to combat human trafficking across borders
• The role of education in facilitating immigrant integration
• Historical patterns of immigration and their impact on modern policies
• Challenges to law enforcement in regions with high levels of immigration
• The impact of deportation on families and communities
• The effectiveness of border security measures in controlling illegal immigration
• Immigration as a tool for diplomatic leverage in international relations
• The role of the media in influencing public opinion on immigration
• Challenges of second-generation immigrants in maintaining cultural heritage
• Impact of immigration on urban planning and infrastructure
• Immigration and the changing landscape of political power in host countries
• Ethical considerations in the treatment of detained immigrants
• The relationship between immigration and global economic crises
• Success stories of immigrant entrepreneurs and their impact on global markets
• The role of immigrant labor in the sustainability of pension systems
• Comparative analysis of immigrant integration in rural vs. urban areas
• The impact of expatriate communities on global cultural exchange

16. Law Thesis Topics

• The implications of artificial intelligence on copyright and intellectual property laws.
• Analyzing the effectiveness of hate speech laws in various jurisdictions.
• The impact of international trade laws on emerging economies.
• Legal challenges in the enforcement of global environmental protection laws.
• The evolution of privacy laws in the digital age.
• Comparative analysis of drug decriminalization policies across countries.
• The role of the judiciary in upholding democratic values in times of political crises.
• Legal frameworks for combating cybercrime: A global perspective.
• The influence of legal systems on minority rights protection.
• Assessing the impact of legal aid services on access to justice.
• The role of law in regulating unmanned aerial vehicles (drones).
• Legal and ethical issues surrounding euthanasia and assisted suicide.
• The enforcement of international human rights laws in conflict zones.
• Analyzing the legal responses to domestic violence in different cultures.
• The effectiveness of anti-corruption laws in public sector governance.
• Intellectual property rights and access to medication in developing countries.
• Legal aspects of international adoptions and child rights.
• The role of law in managing global refugee crises.
• Employment law and its impact on gender equality in the workplace.
• Legal challenges in the adoption of renewable energy sources.
• The impact of forensic science on criminal justice systems.
• Legal issues related to the commercialization of space.
• The role of legal institutions in addressing economic inequality.
• Animal rights and legal protections: A comparative study.
• The future of international law in governing maritime disputes.
• Legal strategies to combat human trafficking across continents.
• The role of customary law in modern legal systems.
• The implications of Brexit on European Union law.
• Legal responses to global pandemics and health emergencies.
• The influence of shareholder activism on corporate governance.
• Rights and legal protections for gig economy workers.
• Legal frameworks governing artificial reproductive technologies.
• The impact of climate change legislation on industrial sectors.
• The role of international courts in resolving territorial disputes.
• The legality and ethics of surveillance in national security.
• Legal implications of genetic data storage and usage.
• The intersection of religion and law in secular societies.
• Legal considerations in the regulation of virtual currencies.
• Comparative legal analysis of same-sex marriage laws.
• The role of law in combating racial discrimination in education and employment.

17. Nutrition Thesis Topics

• The impact of plant-based diets on long-term health outcomes.
• Nutritional strategies for managing autoimmune diseases.
• The role of gut microbiota in weight management and obesity prevention.
• Comparative effectiveness of dietary interventions in reducing cardiovascular risk.
• The influence of nutritional education on childhood obesity rates.
• The effects of intermittent fasting on metabolic health.
• Nutritional deficiencies and their impact on mental health.
• The role of antioxidants in cancer prevention.
• Trends in global dietary patterns and their environmental impacts.
• The effectiveness of school-based nutritional programs on student health.
• The impact of ultra-processed foods on chronic disease rates.
• Nutritional genomics: Personalizing diet plans based on genetic profiles.
• The relationship between dietary patterns and aging.
• The effects of caffeine and other stimulants on athletic performance.
• The role of omega-3 fatty acids in cognitive development and function.
• Dietary interventions in the management of Type 2 diabetes.
• The impact of alcohol consumption on nutritional status.
• Strategies to improve nutritional intake in elderly populations.
• The role of nutrition in the recovery and rehabilitation of sports injuries.
• Ethical considerations in the marketing of dietary supplements.
• The influence of socio-economic status on nutritional choices and health outcomes.
• The role of dietary fiber in digestive health and disease prevention.
• Nutrition and skin health: The impact of diet on skin condition and aging.
• The relationship between nutrition and sleep quality.
• The effect of maternal nutrition on fetal development and birth outcomes.
• The impact of geographic and cultural factors on dietary practices.
• The effectiveness of community gardens in improving access to nutritious foods.
• The role of policy in shaping public nutrition and food security.
• Nutritional challenges in vegan and vegetarian diets.
• The science of food addiction and its implications for dietary guidelines.
• The impact of pesticides and other chemicals on food safety and nutritional value.
• The role of protein in muscle synthesis and body composition.
• Nutritional interventions in the treatment of mood disorders.
• The effects of global warming on food production and nutritional quality.
• The impact of fast food globalization on worldwide obesity rates.
• Nutritional considerations in palliative care settings.
• The role of nutrition in the prevention and management of Alzheimer’s disease.
• The impact of mindful eating on health and well-being.
• Nutrient timing: The implications of when we eat on health and performance.
• The effectiveness of nutritional labeling in influencing consumer choices.

18. Leadership Thesis Topics

• The impact of transformational leadership on employee engagement and retention.
• The role of leadership in shaping organizational culture and performance.
• Leadership strategies for managing diversity and inclusion in multinational corporations.
• The effectiveness of servant leadership in nonprofit organizations.
• Leadership in crisis: Evaluating the responses of business leaders during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• The influence of gender on leadership styles and effectiveness.
• The role of emotional intelligence in leadership success.
• Leadership development programs: Assessing their impact on career progression.
• Ethical leadership and its effects on corporate governance.
• Leadership and innovation: How leaders foster a culture of innovation within organizations.
• The impact of leadership on team dynamics and conflict resolution.
• Cross-cultural leadership: The challenges and strategies for leading in a globalized market.
• The role of leadership in successful change management initiatives.
• The relationship between leadership styles and employee job satisfaction.
• Millennials in leadership: Their approach and impact on organizational practices.
• The effect of leadership coaching on personal and organizational outcomes.
• Leadership succession planning in family-owned businesses.
• The impact of digital transformation on leadership practices.
• Leadership and sustainability: Integrating environmental concerns into business strategies.
• The role of leadership in enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Distributed leadership in educational institutions: A path to improved school outcomes.
• The influence of political leadership on national economic development.
• Leadership in healthcare: Strategies for handling administrative and ethical challenges.
• Virtual leadership: Leading remote teams effectively in the digital age.
• The role of leadership in driving corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Adaptive leadership in dynamic markets: Responding to technological disruptions.
• Leadership under pressure: The skills needed for high-stakes decision-making.
• The impact of authoritarian versus democratic leadership styles on organizational efficiency.
• The role of leadership in promoting workplace safety and well-being.
• Leadership in the arts sector: Challenges and strategies for inspiring creative teams.
• The effectiveness of leadership training in the public sector.
• Leadership and accountability: Mechanisms for transparent governance in organizations.
• Women in leadership: Barriers and enablers for gender equity at the top.
• Leadership during mergers and acquisitions: Key strategies for smooth transitions.
• The impact of social media on leadership and personal branding.
• The relationship between leadership and mental health in the workplace.
• Leadership in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs): Unique challenges and opportunities.
• The role of leadership in disaster recovery and resilience building.
• Charismatic leadership: Its influence on followers and organizational outcomes.
• Leadership and corporate culture: How leaders influence organizational values and norms.

19. Literature Thesis Topics

• The evolution of the narrative structure in modernist literature.
• Themes of alienation and identity in post-colonial literature.
• The representation of gender and sexuality in contemporary young adult fiction.
• The role of dystopian literature in critiquing current societal norms.
• Magical realism as a tool for political commentary in Latin American novels.
• The influence of the Beat Generation on American literature and culture.
• Intersections of race and class in the works of Toni Morrison.
• The depiction of mental health in 20th-century literature.
• Eco-criticism and the portrayal of nature in Romantic poetry.
• The impact of digital media on the form and content of contemporary poetry.
• Intertextuality in the works of James Joyce and T.S. Eliot.
• The narrative techniques of unreliable narration in modern novels.
• The role of mythology in shaping modern fantasy literature.
• Feminist re-readings of classic Victorian novels.
• The portrayal of historical events in Holocaust literature.
• The influence of existential philosophy on European plays of the 20th century.
• The treatment of exile and displacement in the literature of the Middle East.
• Comparative analysis of Gothic elements in 19th-century British and American literature.
• The role of the supernatural in the development of horror literature.
• The representation of urban spaces in modernist poetry.
• Postmodern narrative strategies in contemporary cinema.
• The literary legacy of the Harlem Renaissance.
• Memory and trauma in post-war European literature.
• The impact of censorship on the dissemination of radical ideas in literature.
• The dynamics of power and corruption in political novels.
• Psychoanalytic interpretations of children’s fairy tales.
• Consumer culture and its critique in postmodern American fiction.
• The concept of the anti-hero in modern drama and its societal implications.
• Literary expressions of religious doubt from the Enlightenment to modernism.
• The evolution of the vampire myth in literature from Dracula to today.
• The influence of African oral traditions on contemporary African-American literature.
• Depictions of artificial intelligence in science fiction: ethical and philosophical implications.
• The portrayal of indigenous cultures in settler colonial narratives.
• Gender dynamics in the epistolary novel form.
• Literature as a form of resistance in totalitarian regimes.
• The intersection of literature and film in adapting classical texts.
• Archetypes and their transformations in world literature.
• The narrative function of space in graphic novels.
• Literary adaptations and their impact on understanding original works.
• The role of paratexts in shaping reader reception of literary texts.

20. Management Thesis Topics

• The impact of remote work on team dynamics and productivity.
• Strategies for managing global teams across different time zones and cultures.
• The role of management in fostering innovation within organizations.
• The effectiveness of agile management techniques in software development projects.
• The influence of corporate social responsibility on brand loyalty and consumer behavior.
• Crisis management: Best practices for handling public relations disasters.
• The impact of generational differences on management styles and employee satisfaction.
• Strategies for effective change management in rapidly evolving industries.
• The role of emotional intelligence in leadership and management.
• The impact of artificial intelligence on strategic decision-making processes.
• Sustainability in supply chain management: Practices and outcomes.
• The effectiveness of performance management systems in multinational corporations.
• Workplace diversity: Management strategies for fostering inclusivity.
• Conflict resolution: Techniques and systems for managing workplace disputes.
• The role of management in preventing workplace harassment and ensuring safety.
• The impact of digital transformation on traditional management practices.
• Strategies for managing customer relationships in the digital era.
• The influence of organizational culture on employee productivity and morale.
• Talent management strategies for attracting and retaining top talent.
• Management challenges in the healthcare sector: Improving efficiency and patient care.
• The role of management in promoting ethical practices within corporations.
• The impact of e-commerce on retail management.
• Risk management strategies in the finance industry.
• The role of project management in successful infrastructure development.
• The impact of leadership development programs on organizational success.
• Managing innovation: How companies can cultivate and sustain innovative practices.
• The influence of management practices on employee well-being and work-life balance.
• The role of data analytics in management decision-making.
• Best practices for managing non-profit organizations.
• The impact of international trade policies on business management.
• Employee engagement strategies: What works and what doesn’t?
• The effect of management styles on the adoption of technology in the workplace.
• The challenges of managing a multi-generational workforce.
• The role of strategic planning in business growth and development.
• Corporate governance and its impact on company performance and accountability.
• The management of mergers and acquisitions: Integration strategies and challenges.
• The effect of global economic conditions on management practices.
• Consumer behavior insights for strategic management decisions.
• Outsourcing strategies: Management challenges and benefits.
• The role of mentorship programs in management training and development.

21. Marketing Thesis Topics

• The effectiveness of social media influencers in brand promotion.
• Consumer behavior analysis in the era of digital transformation.
• The impact of virtual reality marketing on consumer purchase intentions.
• Green marketing: Strategies and challenges in promoting sustainable products.
• The role of emotional appeals in advertising effectiveness.
• The evolution of consumer privacy concerns in digital marketing.
• Brand loyalty: Factors influencing consumer loyalty in competitive markets.
• The impact of cultural factors on global marketing strategies.
• Neuromarketing: How brain science is influencing advertising strategies.
• The effectiveness of content marketing in building brand awareness.
• The role of customer feedback in shaping product development.
• Marketing automation: Tools, benefits, and potential pitfalls.
• The influence of economic downturns on marketing strategies.
• The impact of customer relationship management (CRM) systems on sales performance.
• Ethical concerns in marketing: A study of deceptive advertising practices.
• The role of packaging design in consumer decision-making.
• The effectiveness of loyalty programs in retaining customers.
• The challenges of marketing pharmaceutical products in a regulated environment.
• The impact of global events on sports marketing and sponsorship.
• The role of search engine optimization (SEO) in modern marketing strategies.
• Mobile marketing: Trends, effectiveness, and consumer reception.
• The influence of brand storytelling on emotional connection and engagement.
• Comparative analysis of traditional vs. digital marketing budgets and ROI.
• The challenges and opportunities of affiliate marketing.
• Consumer resistance to digital advertising and ways to overcome it.
• The impact of artificial intelligence on personalized marketing campaigns.
• The role of gender in marketing: Tailoring messages to diverse audiences.
• The effectiveness of video marketing on social media platforms.
• The influence of corporate social responsibility on consumer perceptions.
• The role of market segmentation in effective targeting.
• The impact of pop-up retail on consumer engagement and sales.
• The role of public relations in crisis management and brand rehabilitation.
• The effectiveness of experiential marketing campaigns.
• The challenges of marketing in the non-profit sector.
• The impact of data breaches on brand trust and loyalty.
• Influencer marketing vs. celebrity endorsements: A comparative study.
• The role of sensory marketing in enhancing customer experience.
• The impact of augmented reality on shopping experiences.
• The role of analytics in predicting consumer behavior.
• The effectiveness of cross-channel marketing strategies.

22. Nursing Thesis Topics

• The impact of nurse-patient ratios on patient outcomes in critical care units.
• Strategies for managing nurse burnout and job satisfaction.
• The effectiveness of telehealth nursing and its implications for rural healthcare.
• The role of nurses in managing chronic diseases in outpatient settings.
• Innovations in nursing education and their impact on clinical practice.
• The challenges of cultural competence in nursing: Strategies for improvement.
• The impact of evidence-based practice on nursing care quality.
• The role of nursing leadership in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Patient safety in hospitals: The contribution of nursing protocols.
• The effects of advanced nurse practitioner roles on patient access to care.
• The impact of simulation-based training on nursing competency.
• Nursing interventions to reduce the incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
• The role of nurses in end-of-life care: Ethical and practical considerations.
• Mental health nursing: Best practices for patient engagement and recovery.
• The challenges of pediatric nursing and family care coordination.
• The effectiveness of community nursing programs in improving public health.
• The impact of nursing informatics on patient care and data management.
• The role of nurses in the management of medical emergencies in remote areas.
• Nursing approaches to pain management: Traditional vs. alternative methods.
• The impact of maternal health nursing on neonatal outcomes.
• Nursing strategies for improving vaccination rates among different population groups.
• The role of nurses in health promotion and disease prevention.
• The challenges of geriatric nursing and the management of age-related diseases.
• The effectiveness of nursing interventions in psychiatric care.
• The role of nurse-led clinics in improving healthcare accessibility.
• Nursing and public health emergencies: Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic.
• The impact of nursing on patient satisfaction and hospital readmission rates.
• The role of nurses in managing diabetes care and patient education.
• Ethical dilemmas in nursing: A study of decision-making processes.
• The effectiveness of pressure ulcer prevention protocols in nursing homes.
• The impact of mobile health applications on nursing practice and patient engagement.
• Nursing perspectives on the management of cancer pain.
• The role of nursing in the treatment of opioid addiction and recovery.
• The impact of legal and regulatory changes on nursing practice.
• Nursing and the management of rare diseases: Challenges and opportunities.
• The effectiveness of wound care management techniques in nursing.
• Nursing roles in cardiac rehabilitation: Patient outcomes and practices.
• The influence of nursing care on the psychological outcomes of ICU patients.
• The impact of global health initiatives on nursing practices.
• The role of nurses in promoting mental health in primary care settings.

23. Philosophy Thesis Topics

• The ethical implications of artificial intelligence and machine learning.
• The concept of justice in modern political philosophy.
• Exploring the philosophy of mind: consciousness and cognitive science.
• The role of intuition in moral decision-making.
• Nietzsche’s critique of traditional morality and its contemporary relevance.
• The influence of existentialism on modern individualism.
• The intersection of philosophy and literature: Analyzing philosophical narratives.
• The problem of evil: Philosophical approaches to understanding suffering.
• Environmental ethics: The philosophical basis for ecological responsibility.
• The philosophy of language: Understanding how language shapes our reality.
• The concept of freedom in the works of Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir.
• Epistemology in the digital age: The impact of information technology on knowledge.
• The ethics of care: A critical look at moral development and relational ethics.
• The philosophy of science: Analyzing scientific rationality and progress.
• Buddhist philosophy and its approach to the self and no-self.
• Analyzing the philosophical underpinnings of human rights.
• The notion of happiness in ancient versus modern philosophical texts.
• The impact of Stoicism on modern self-help movements.
• The concept of ‘Otherness’ in Continental philosophy.
• The role of skepticism in shaping modern epistemology.
• Phenomenology and the arts: Understanding aesthetic experiences.
• The ethics of genetic engineering and human enhancement.
• The political philosophy of anarchism: Theory and practice.
• The philosophy of education: Analyzing educational paradigms and their impacts.
• The debate on free will and determinism: Philosophical perspectives.
• Virtue ethics: From Aristotle to modern applications.
• The philosophy of religion: Analyzing the rationality of faith.
• The role of metaphor in shaping philosophical thought.
• The ethics of consumption: A philosophical inquiry into consumer culture.
• The concept of power in Foucault’s works and its influence on social theory.
• The philosophy of time: Understanding temporal experiences and theories.
• Memory and identity: Philosophical examinations of personal continuity.
• The ethics of global poverty and international justice.
• Exploring the philosophical aspects of quantum mechanics.
• The social contract theory in the age of globalization.
• The influence of philosophy on cognitive behavioral therapy.
• Philosophical analysis of postmodernism and its criticisms.
• The notion of duty in Kantian ethics and its relevance today.
• The metaphysics of causation: from Aristotle to contemporary theories.
• Analyzing the concept of autonomy in bioethics.

24. Psychology Thesis Topics

• The psychological impact of social media on teen self-esteem and body image.
• Cognitive behavioral therapy vs. mindfulness-based stress reduction: Efficacy in treating anxiety disorders.
• The role of attachment styles in adult relationships.
• Neuroplasticity and recovery from brain injury: Strategies and outcomes.
• The effects of sleep deprivation on cognitive performance and mental health.
• Psychological resilience: Factors that contribute to mental toughness in athletes.
• The influence of parental involvement on child educational outcomes.
• The efficacy of psychoeducational interventions in managing ADHD in children.
• The role of personality traits in workplace performance.
• The impact of childhood trauma on adult psychological disorders.
• Psychological strategies for coping with chronic pain.
• The effects of aging on memory and how to mitigate cognitive decline.
• Eating disorders: Psychological underpinnings and treatment outcomes.
• The effectiveness of virtual reality therapy in treating phobias.
• Social psychology: The impact of group dynamics on individual behavior.
• The role of psychological factors in cardiovascular health.
• The impact of pet ownership on mental health and social well-being.
• The psychology of addiction: Understanding mechanisms and pathways to recovery.
• The effect of mindfulness meditation on emotional regulation.
• The psychological implications of genetic testing for hereditary diseases.
• The role of gender identity in psychological health and development.
• The impact of bullying on adolescent mental health and academic performance.
• The influence of cultural factors on mental health treatment preferences and outcomes.
• Psychological aspects of cyberbullying: Victim and perpetrator profiles.
• The role of art therapy in the treatment of depression and anxiety.
• The psychology of leadership: Key traits and behaviors of effective leaders.
• The effects of prenatal exposure to stress on child development.
• The role of music therapy in cognitive and emotional rehabilitation.
• Psychological interventions in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
• The relationship between job satisfaction and mental health among healthcare professionals.
• The impact of climate change anxiety on mental health.
• The psychology of procrastination: Causes and interventions.
• The role of optimism and pessimism in coping with life stressors.
• The influence of social isolation on psychological health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• The effectiveness of community-based mental health initiatives.
• The psychological impacts of long-term space travel on astronauts.
• The role of stigma in accessing mental health care.
• The psychological effects of consumer behavior and marketing.
• The impact of early retirement on mental health and identity.
• The role of exercise in enhancing cognitive function and mental health.

25. Science Thesis Topics

• The role of CRISPR technology in advancing gene editing: Opportunities and ethical challenges.
• The impact of microplastics on marine ecosystems and biodiversity.
• The effectiveness of renewable energy sources in reducing global carbon emissions.
• Advances in quantum computing: Potential impacts on data security.
• The use of biotechnology in agriculture to enhance crop resistance and yield.
• The potential of nanotechnology in medical diagnostics and treatment.
• Climate change and its effects on global weather patterns.
• The influence of artificial intelligence on scientific research methodologies.
• The development and impact of vaccines in managing global health crises.
• The role of robotics in industrial automation and its economic implications.
• The physics of black holes and their significance in understanding the universe.
• The chemistry of non-toxic materials for sustainable manufacturing processes.
• The study of exoplanets and the possibility of life beyond Earth.
• The role of citizen science in expanding research data collection and analysis.
• The impact of deforestation on the atmospheric carbon cycle.
• The role of genetic diversity in species conservation.
• The potential of stem cells in regenerative medicine and therapy.
• The integration of technology in environmental conservation efforts.
• The applications and implications of 3D printing in medical prosthetics.
• The dynamics of ocean currents and their effects on climate regulation.
• The challenges and advancements in antimicrobial resistance.
• The use of geographic information systems (GIS) in tracking biodiversity changes.
• The ethical considerations of human-animal chimeras in research.
• The influence of space exploration on technological advancement.
• The role of machine learning in predicting epidemic outbreaks.
• The implications of deep-sea exploration on our understanding of marine life.
• The potential of augmented reality in enhancing interactive learning environments.
• The effects of urbanization on local wildlife and ecosystems.
• The role of women in the advancement of science and technology.
• The impact of agricultural practices on soil health and sustainability.
• The relationship between genetics and behavior in mammals.
• The advancements in battery technology and their impact on electric vehicles.
• The role of science in formulating public health policy.
• The impact of social media on scientific communication and misinformation.
• The potential of synthetic biology in producing biofuels.
• The challenges of waste management in space missions.
• The role of molecular biology in understanding the mechanisms of aging.
• The implications of climate change for Arctic marine species.
• The development of technologies for sustainable fishing practices.
• The impact of scientific literacy on public decision-making processes.

As we conclude our extensive exploration of thesis topics across a wide array of disciplines, it becomes evident that the landscape of academic research is both vast and vibrant. The topics listed here span from the intricacies of molecular biology to the expansive strategies of global marketing, each designed to spark curiosity and drive innovation within their respective fields. This collection serves not only as a repository of ideas but also as a launchpad for the next generation of scholars eager to contribute to the ongoing conversations in their areas of study.

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150 Strong History Dissertation Topics to Write about

Writing a dissertation is one of the most challenging and exciting moments of an academic career. Such work usually takes a great deal of time, courage, and intellectual effort to complete. That’s why every step in your work process is essential.

It all starts with finding a good topic, which can be a challenge of its own. It especially matters when it comes to liberal arts subjects. In social studies, literature, or world history options are practically endless.

Coming up with history dissertation ideas, you need to think of historical events that interest you. We get it, choosing one is tough. There can be too much to wrap your head around. That’s why IvyPanda experts prepare some dissertation topics in history ready for you.

• How to Choose a Topic?
• Ancient History
• Medieval History
• Modern History
• Cold War Topics
• American History
• European History
• Indian History
• African History
• Performing Arts
• Visual Arts
• How to Structure

🧐 How to Choose a History Dissertation Topic?

Before examining our ideas for dissertation topics in history, you should get ready for this. You have to understand how to pick a history dissertation topic, which will ensure your academic success. Keep in mind that this is a vital step in your career.

So, check some tips on picking what to write about:

• Make sure that the topic fits in your field of study. You have to understand what you’re writing about. Basing your paper on existing knowledge and experience is a part of any dissertation. Working on an overly complicated idea can sound impressive but lead to failure. It will become a nightmare already on the stage of writing a dissertation proposal. How can you write the entire thing without comprehending it?
• Estimate whether you’re interested in the topic you intend to write on. Although this might seem obvious, yes. However, being actually invested makes a massive difference for your further work. There are plenty of students who settle for “easy but boring” topics and end up struggling twice as much.
• Ensure that your topic is specific enough. Your idea should have the potential for fruitful research. Narrowing down your area of study is essential for writing a good dissertation. It helps you to find the direction of your examination and enough sources to work with. Moreover, this way, you’ll be able to explore your topic in its entirety.
• Do some prior research. It will give you an understanding of how much literature on your topic is out there. Take notes of the materials for the reference list and your analysis. Checking history essay samples is a good idea, too.
• Don’t be shy to ask your dissertation advisor for some assistance. After all, they are here to help and guide you through the process. Besides, you have to see what ideas they consider relevant and appropriate.

👍 Good Dissertation Topics in History: Time Period

History is a subject as ancient and vast as the humankind itself. It’s only rational to study it according to a particular timeline. Here are some good history dissertation topics for different periods.

🏺 Ancient History Dissertation Topics

• Ancient Civilizations: The Maya Empire . The Maya was an incredibly powerful Empire with its prime around six century A.D., excelling in mathematics, calendar-making, astrology, and writing. It faced the decline of its city-states in nine century A.D., leaving a rich cultural heritage to the studies of subsequent generations.
• Women’s Roles and Gender relations in the Ancient World
• Greek City-States . Ancient Greece is the place where the first city-states were formed. How did the first governments in the ancient history timeline develop? How did people’s attitudes towards leadership change in that context?

• Ancient Near-Eastern Thought and the Old Testament
• The Inca Empire as a Great Civilization of Pre-Columbian America
• The Impact of Mongol Invasion in Ancient Arab
• The personality of Julius Caesar and His Effect on Rome
• The Role of Poets and the place of Poetry in Ancient Greece
• Mesopotamian Civilization . This was a fertile land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. It has been home to some of the world’s wealthiest and most advanced ancient cities. It can also make an excellent archaeology dissertation topic. There are plenty of fascinating sites that could be studied.
• History: Ancient Greek Olympics . Started in 776 BC, the Olympic Games were the most important cultural event in Ancient Greece. They were held in honor of Zeus every four years. Besides, the Olympics were representative of the triumph of physical and spiritual power.
• Warfare and Violence in Ancient Times. Try to do a comparative analysis of warfare techniques used by different ancient civilizations. It could be a great dissertation topic.
• Burial Rituals in Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece: a comparison
• Plutarch’s Vision on Alexander the Great
• Dissolution of the Roman Empire . The Empire sprawled from the coast of North Africa to the territories of the modern UK and Armenia. Once, it was the most powerful political entity in the entire Mediterranean. The empire, however, collapsed in 476 CE. What were the reasons for its eventual decline?

• How Geography Has Impacted the Development of Ancient Cultures
• Cause and Effect of Art on Classical Societies
• The Invention of Papyrus and its impact on the World
• Chichen Itza Archaeological Site . Chichen Itza is a great pre-Columbian archaeological site, home to the Maya civilization. It is a fascinating study case in many aspects. Consider the origins and Maya history. Analyze the cultural preservation issues that it faces nowadays.
• Egyptian Pyramid’s Importance in Egypt’s society
• The Stone Age Period and its Evolution

🛡 Medieval History Dissertation Ideas

• Cultural Exchanges in the Medieval Period . In the aftermath of the Roman Empire’s fall, new geopolitical conditions formed. The early Middle Ages period already marked the appearance of new trade routes. It fostered cultural exchange between nations.
• Rome in the Middle Ages and its cultural transformation
• The Development of Feudalism and Manorialism in the Middle Ages
• The Catholic Church and the Black Death in the 14th Century . During the high Middle Ages, the plague epidemic terrorized Europe. It was a dreadful challenge to medicine, religious institutions, and the social apparatus of the time. How did the Catholic Church deal with such a complex and disastrous medical phenomenon?
• Jews and Muslims in Medieval Spain . Christian, Islamic, and Jewish communities shared the Iberian peninsula in the early Middle Ages. It formed a vibrant cultural environment.
• London during the Roman Age: A Critical Overview
• Causes of the First Crusade of 1095-1099
• Twelfth-Century Renaissance, how Franciscans reacted to it and benefited from its development
• Business and Empire, the British ideal of an Orderly World
• The Black Death, Late Medieval Demographic crisis, and the Standard of Living controversies
• The Role of the Church in the life of the Middle Ages

• Medieval Siege Warfare . Exploring methods of defense used during the Middle Ages might be an interesting research project.
• The Conditions of Hindu and Islamic women in Medieval India
• Why the Crusades Failed
• The Mechanical Water clock of Ibn Al-Haytham, his philosophy of the rise and fall of empires
• The Renaissance and its Cultural, Political and Economic Influence
• The Dark Ages as the Golden Ages of European History . Plenty of facts demonstrate civilization’s decline during the Middle Ages. It was, nevertheless, the time of significant scientific, literary, and technological progress. For some interested in writing a medieval literature dissertation: think of Dante’s Divine Comedy . Da Vinci made his groundbreaking study projects during the Middle Ages. It was the time when first universities, such as Cambridge and Oxford, were founded. Overall, this period has a lot to offer!
• Japan’s Development Under Edo/Tokugawa Shogunate
• Historical and Theological Context of Byzantine Iconoclasm
• Medieval Convivencia: Document Analysis

🕰 Modern History Dissertation Topics

• World History: Enlightenment in Society and its Impact on Global Culture
• Nationalism and its 19th Century History
• Why Mussolini and the Fascists Were Able to Seize Power in Italy
• Religious Symbolism in Renaissance paintings . Renaissance is well-known as a period when fine arts were thriving. It was an early modern birthplace of many technological and cultural advancements. Religion, however, was still a central topic in visual art.
• Industrial Revolution and its Impact on Western Civilizations
• Principles of Liberalism and Its Connection to Enlightenment and Conservatism
• “History and Topography of Ireland” by Gerald of Wales . Looking for an incredible Irish history dissertation topic? Then this document might be an interesting prompt. Its somewhat controversial tone of describing contemporary Irish culture, history, and traditions can be subject to a comprehensive analysis.
• Moral treatment of Mental Illness . Over the 19th and 20th centuries, psychology has changed. Moving from a scientific periphery, it became one of the central subjects of scholarly discussions. Mental illnesses were highly disregarded in earlier centuries. People even considered them to be manifestations of demonic possession. How did this attitude change? Why did people rethink psychology as a scholarly discipline?
• A History of the Cuban Revolution

• Abraham Lincoln’s Historical Influence
• Role of Women During the Spanish Civil War
• Conquest and Colonization of America by European Countries . Colonization of America is one of the grandest enterprises in the world’s political history. What were its driving forces?
• Origins and Trajectory of the French Revolution
• Major Impacts of Consumerism in contemporary world history
• Coco Chanel Fashion: History of Costume . Probably not the first topic for a history dissertation that comes to mind. Chanel is truly an iconic figure in modern history, though. She revolutionized the fashion industry concerning gender as well.
• Causes of the Breakup of the Former Yugoslavia
• The Russian Working Class Movement . Before 1861, the agriculture and peasant-owning system were the foundation of the Russian Empire’s economy. Serfs made up a significant part of the population, accounting for over 60% in some regions. Then the serfdom abolition happened. A lot has changed in the economic and social life of the country.
• Segregation During the 1960s
• Historical Development of Feminism and Patriarchy
• Monetary and Fiscal Policy during the Great Depression

🔔 History Dissertation Topics on Cold War

• The Role of Cold War in Shaping Transatlantic Relations in the Period from 1945 to 1970
• The showdown between the United States and the USSR . Cold Was was essentially the power struggle between the US and the Soviet Union. It unleashed in the aftermath of World War II. This political precedent came to an end with the collapse of the Soviet Union. However, the answer to the “Who won the Cold War?” question may be unclear.
• The Cuban Missile Crisis , its causes, and effects
• US Foreign Policy during the Cold War. Cold War, as a phenomenon, has many layers to it. Yet the one crucial is the contest of two ideologies: democracy and communism. How did the US shape its foreign policy and pursue its interests abroad? And how did the cultural and political setup within the country adjust to it?
• To what extent did the Cold War shape the US relations with Latin America?
• What was the importance of Berlin in the Cold War?
• Japan’s role since the end of the Cold War
• Cold War Politics, Culture, and War . Exploring the Cold War causes and effects can be quite a challenge. It is such a multifaceted phenomenon. It was a war led on many fronts. Both USSR and the US pursued their interests using a variety of methods.

• How did Cold War propaganda influence the film industry?
• What were the challenges in the post-cold war world?

🗺 History Dissertation Topics: Geographical Regions

Every country has its historical course, and so does every continent. Geography has always been an important factor when talking about history. It shapes historical trajectory in varied, unique ways.

Look at a dissertation topics history list based on geographical regions:

🦅 American History Dissertation Topics

• History of Hollywood, California . Oh, Hollywood. A place where American movie history was born. What about Hollywood’s history? Although a less traditional American history dissertation topic, it is still a fascinating one. Explore the way technological advancements in filmmaking were introduced over the decades. How did they influence the film’s general style?
• History: Migration into the United States . How did migration influence the economy of the time?
• The Relationships between the Settlers and Native Americans
• Literary works’ Views on Slavery in the United States
• Causes of the Civil War in America
• What is the real meaning of a cowboy?
• The United States military experience through the eyes of films
• Attack on Pearl Harbor: Effects of Foreign policy
• Causes of Depression in the 1890s
• Has President Obama’s Presidency changed the US?
• The role of Founding Fathers in American Society and Religion
• Post-Civil War reconstruction . Consider the way America’s economy, trade, and finance transformed in the aftermath of the Civil War.
• Principal causes and consequences of the Spanish-American War
• Why was the Declaration of Independence written?
• The Significance of the Frontier in American History
• How is a “new racial narrative” in the U.S.A created?
• American Revolution and the Crisis of the Constitution of the U.S.A. Rethink the origins of the American constitution, as well as the following events. It could be an exciting thesis idea for an American history dissertation.

• Growth and Development of San Francisco and Los Angeles after the Gold Rush
• The Role of Racism in American Art
• Drug Use and Abuse in America: Historical Analysis

🏰 European History Dissertation Topics

• Age of Discovery in Europe. The Age of Exploration in Europe lasted from the 15th to the 17th century. Over this period, Europe actively engaged with other territories and continents. Discoverers formed new international relations and expanded geographical knowledge. This topic could also make an excellent cultural history dissertation.
• Analyzing the Impact of British Colonization
• Nationalism in World War II
• Effects of the Industrial Revolution concerning World War I
• The Rise and Fall of Napoleon and the Cause of Revolution . Napoleon is one of the most prominent figures in French history. What has shaped his career as a political leader?
• History of Hitler’s Nazi Propaganda . Consider a brief history of Germany. Undoubtedly, the rule of Hitler and the Third Reich was its most devastating chapter. The “art” of propaganda flourished during the nazi regime. It penetrated the cultural, political, and social life of the country.
• Evolution of the IRA
• Napoleon’s Strategy and Tactics in his Invasion of Russia . For someone interested in writing a military history dissertation.
• Industrial Revolution Impact on Gender Roles
• Witchcraft in Europe (1450-1750) . Witch hunts took place as early as the Middle Ages in Europe. Held by the Church in most cases, witch hunts targeted those who were suspected of practicing black magic. Examine this both astonishing and problematic phenomenon.

• French Revolution: Liberal and Radical Portions
• West European Studies: Columbus’s Journey
• History of Feudalism . Feudalism dominated the European way of life during the Middle Ages and Renaissance. What were its distinctive features as a system? Why did it eventually fade away?
• Europe’s perception of Islam in the Early and Middle centuries
• Cold War Consequences for European Countries
• Mutated Medical Professionals in the Third Reich: Third Reich Doctors
• Was the Holocaust the Failure or the Product of Modernity?
• How did the use of print change the lives of early modern Europeans ?
• Early Modern England: a Social History
• Jewish Insight of Holocaust

⛰ Indian History Dissertation Topics

• History of the Indian Castes. The Indian Caste system is a complex and unique example of social stratification.
• Mahatma Gandhi’s Leadership . Gandhi is, for sure, among the greatest human rights advocates in the world’s history. His one of a kind leadership style is subject to many studies. While practicing a peaceful form of civil protest, he fought for equality, independence, and compassion.
• Political conflicts in India in the XVII century
• Impacts of the First World War on British Policies in India
• Movement Against the British rule in India. Led by Mahatma Gandhi, with the support of the National Congress, the movement took place in 1920-22. It sought to fight for the freedom of Indians.
• The Origin and Course of the Indian revolt of 1857
• The Issues of the Partitioning of India in 1947
• India Since 1900 . India is a region rich with unique traditions. Its spiritual and cultural heritage goes back to antiquity. The country’s authentic art and architecture, music, and cuisine have served as an inspiration worldwide. A considerable part of its history is, however, affected by British rule.

• Women in Hinduism and Buddhism
• The British East India Company

🌍 African History Dissertation Topics

• Ancient Societies in Mesopotamia and Ancient Societies in Africa: a comparison . Egypt is one of the most ancient African civilizations. Its origins go back to the third millennium B.C. Back then, the cultural exchange between Egypt and Mesopotamia was flourishing. What were the significant differences between the two civilizations? What did they have to offer to one another?
• Political Violence in South Africa between 1985 and 1989
• Did History of Modern South Africa begin with the Discovery of Diamonds and Gold?
• Nelson Mandela: “Freedom in Africa.” Nelson Mandela is, without a doubt, one of the central figures in African history. His devotion and tireless effort in fighting against apartheid were remarkable. Thanks to him, many sub-Saharan countries enjoy the freedoms and advances of a democratic society.
• The Cult of the Dead in West Africa: The Kongo People . African tribal rituals and traditions are unique and specific to their region. Cult of the Dead is prevalent in Western African culture. It can be notoriously known as the origin place of voodoo and other black magic practices. There is yet much more to this culture. Dismantling some prejudices could make an excellent African history thesis.
• Christianity, Slavery, and Colonialism: the paradox
• The Colonial War in Southwest Africa
• African-Europe Relations between 1800 and 2000
• Impacts of Slavery and Slave Trade in Africa
• African Communities in America

🎨 Art History Dissertation Topics

Art comes in all shapes and forms. To grasp it better, we can explore each kind separately. Here’s a list of art history dissertation ideas:

🎶 Topics on Performing Arts

• History and Development of Ballet . Ballet is an art form with a long history. Initially, a specific dance originated in Medieval Italy. It was later brought to France and Great Britain. Ballet thrived in the 20th century Russia, where Russian choreographers brought it to the highest level of mastery.
• The Life and Work of William Shakespeare: His Contribution to The Contemporary Theater
• Jazz Music in American Culture . Jazz is one of the most complex and exciting music genres of all time. It was born in the 20’s century black communities of New Orleans and quickly spread across America and then the world. The genre, however, will always be an integral part of African-American identity.
• The Instrumental Music of Baroque: Forms and Evolution
• Rock Music of the 1970s
• Michael Jackson’s Life as a Musician and Choreographer
• Development of the Symphony Orchestra in the 19th and 20th Century
• Woodstock Music Festival . This massive music festival that first took place in 1969 was the epitome of hippie culture. It has a rich history that once again underscores the importance of performing arts in Western culture.
• The History of Modern Chinese Music
• The Renaissance Theater Development. The era in which both visual and performing arts were thriving. It has a lot to offer for proper dissertation research.

🖼Topics on Visual Arts

• Art Period Comparison: Classicism and Middle Age
• Vincent Van Gogh: Changes in the Technique
• The Ambiguity of Mona Lisa Painting

• Orientalism in Western Art . It’s commonly associated with romanticism and some 20th-century artworks. Orientalism is a Western term that speculates the aesthetics of the Orient. Consider this concept as a prism through which Westerners viewed the Eastern world.
• Classical Art and Cubism: History and Comparison
• Postmodern and Modern Art . The 20th and 21st centuries have been a breeding ground for many forms of fine art to emerge and flourish. Some art movements presented their philosophy in the form of manifestos. These texts can be nothing but a pure treasure for someone writing an art history dissertation.
• Female Figures in Ancient Greek Sculpture
• Andy Warhol’s Career . Pioneer of pop-art, creator of Studio 54, and a style icon.
• Filippo Brunelleschi and Religious Architecture
• The Photographic Approaches Towards American Culture of Robert Frank and Garry Winogrand

📋 How to Structure Your Dissertation?

An adequately structured history dissertation can immensely help students. It ensures that they present their ideas and thoughts logically. Sticking to a particular dissertation structure is an essential element of such work.

The general plan of any dissertation type is the following:

• Title Page. A title page should only contain essential information about your work. It usually shows your name, type of the document (thesis, research paper, dissertation), and the title itself. A good history dissertation title is crucial! It’s the first thing a reader will see.
• Acknowledgments. Do you wish to give credit to someone for supporting you during the tiresome months of your work? This is the right part to do so, be it your family, friends, or professors. It is an excellent form to express gratitude to those who proofread your drafts. Or those who brought you another cup of coffee when you needed it.
• Declaration. This section is your written confirmation. You declare that all the research and writing is entirely original and was conducted by you. If someone intellectually contributed to your project, state it in the acknowledgments.
• Table of Contents. Essentially, it’s a brief structure of your dissertation. List every section that you’ve included in your academic paper here.
• Abstract. This is the section where you write a brief summary of your dissertation. It should describe the issue, summarize your core message and essential points. List your research methods and what you’ve done. Remember to make it short, as the abstract shouldn’t exceed 300 words or so. Finish the part with a few essential keywords so that others can find your work.
• Introduction. A dissertation introduction presents the subject to the reader. You can talk about the format of your work. Explain what you plan to contribute to the field with your research.
• Literature Review. The chapter reviews and analyzes pieces of scholarly work (literature) that have been made on the subject of your research. The sources should present relevant theories and support your thesis. Be sure to discuss the weaknesses and strengths of the selected area of study and highlight possible gaps in this research.
• a code of conduct;
• research limitations;
• research philosophy;
• research design;
• ethical consideration;
• data collection methods;
• data analysis strategy.
• Findings and Results. Restate everything you have found in your research. However, do not interpret the data or make any conclusions yet.
• Discussion and Conclusion. In this chapter, you should personally interpret all of the data and make conclusions based on your research. It is essential to establish a logical link between the results and evidence. Finally, conclude the overall study. You can add final judgments, opinions, and comments.
• References. This section contains a list of references to all the sources that you used. Write down every material, which you quoted, mentioned, or paraphrased in your work. Check your educational institution’s guidelines to see how to do so correctly.
• Bibliography. Similar to the reference section, a bibliography is a list of sources you used in your dissertation. The only difference is that it should contain even the sources you don’t directly mention in your writing. Whatever helped you with the research, you state here.
• Appendices. The section may include any supplementary information that explains and complement the arguments. Add pictures, diagrams, and graphs that serve as examples for your research subject.

Writing a dissertation is the right challenge for those with ambitions and lots of determination. It is a lot like a marathon, and it starts with choosing the right topic. We hope that you will find one for yourself on this list. Good luck! Share the article to help those who may need a piece of advice or some history dissertation topics.

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• Writing an Abstract: The Writing Center, George Mason University
• Formatting Additional Pages: University of Missouri Graduate School
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Hello, I am a third-year undergraduate, and I'm having a lot of stress/anxiety about choosing a thesis topic for my final year. The thesis is a requirement in my classics program, so I have to decide on something by the end of the year/the last term.

I am in the language track, so I would be working primarily with Greek/Latin texts in the original. One concern is that I'm not sure which language to choose—I originally came into the field with Latin, but it's gotten a bit rusty while my Greek has been getting better. I like them both, but Latin has always been my favorite since I did it first.

Here are some vague topics I am interested in: elegiac poetry, comparative literature (especially in the context of reception studies), ancient philosophy (Stoicism & Epicureanism), epic/narrative poetry, philology, myth and heroic age/origin stories, classical art history, archaeology/material studies/epigraphy

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Olympic Breakdancer Raygun Has PhD in Breakdancing?

Rachael gunn earned a zero in breakdancing at the paris 2024 olympic games., aleksandra wrona, published aug. 13, 2024.

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Gunn's Ph.D. thesis, titled "Deterritorializing Gender in Sydney's Breakdancing Scene: a B-girl's Experience of B-boying," did cover the topic of breakdancing. However ...

... Gunn earned her Ph.D. in cultural studies. Moreover, a "PhD in breakdancing" does not exist as an academic discipline.

On Aug. 10, 2024, a rumor spread on social media that Rachael Gunn (also known as "Raygun"), an Australian breakdancer who competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics, had a Ph.D. in breakdancing. "This australian breakdancer has a PhD in breakdancing and dance culture and was a ballroom dancer before taking up breaking. I don't even know what to say," one X post on the topic read .

"Australian Olympic breakdancer Rachael Gunn has a PhD in breakdancing and dance culture," one X user wrote , while another asked, "Who did we send? Raygun, a 36-year-old full-time lecturer at Sydney's Macquarie University, completed a PhD in breaking culture and is a lecturer in media, creative arts, literature and language," another X user wrote .

The claim also spread on other social media platforms, such as Reddit and Instagram . 

"Is she the best break dancer? No. But I have so much respect for going on an international stage to do something you love even if you're not very skilled at it," one Instagram user commented , adding that, "And, I'm pretty sure she's using this as a research endeavor and will be writing about all our reactions to her performance. Can't wait to read it!"

In short, Gunn's Ph.D. thesis, titled "Deterritorializing Gender in Sydney's Breakdancing Scene: A B-girl's Experience of B-boying," indeed focused on the topic of breakdancing. However, Gunn earned her Ph.D. in cultural studies, not in breakdancing. Furthermore, it's important to note that a "PhD in breakdancing" does not exist as an academic discipline. 

Since Gunn's research focused on the breakdancing community, but her degree is actually in the broader field of cultural studies, we have rated this claim as a "Mixture" of truths.

Gunn "secured Australia's first ever Olympic spot in the B-Girl competition at Paris 2024 by winning the QMS Oceania Championships in Sydney, NSW, Australia," the Olympics official website informed . 

Gunn earned a zero in breakdancing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and clips of her routine went viral on social media, with numerous users creating memes or mocking dancer's moves. "As well as criticising her attire, social media users mocked the Australian's routine as she bounced around on stage like a kangaroo and stood on her head at times," BBC article on the topic read . 

The website of the Macquarie University informed Gunn "is an interdisciplinary and practice-based researcher interested in the cultural politics of breaking" and holds a Ph.D. in cultural studies, as well as a bachelor of arts degree (Hons) in contemporary music: 

Rachael Gunn is an interdisciplinary and practice-based researcher interested in the cultural politics of breaking. She holds a PhD in Cultural Studies (2017) and a BA (Hons) in Contemporary Music (2009) from Macquarie University. Her work draws on cultural theory, dance studies, popular music studies, media, and ethnography. Rachael is a practising breaker and goes by the name of 'Raygun'. She was the Australian Breaking Association top ranked bgirl in 2020 and 2021, and represented Australia at the World Breaking Championships in Paris in 2021, in Seoul in 2022, and in Leuven (Belgium) in 2023. She won the Oceania Breaking Championships in 2023.

Gunn's biography further revealed that she is a member of the Macquarie University Performance and Expertise Reasearch Centre, and has a range of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels "across the areas of media, creative industries, music, dance, cultural studies, and work-integrated learning." 

Moreover, it informed her research interests included, "Breaking, street dance, and hip-hop culture; youth cultures/scenes; constructions of the dancing body; politics of gender and gender performance; ethnography; the methodological dynamics between theory and practice."

Gunn earned her Ph.D. from the Department of Media, Music, Communications, and Cultural Studies within the Faculty of Arts at Macquarie University. Below, you can find the abstract of her paper, shared by the official website of Macquarie University:

This thesis critically interrogates how masculinist practices of breakdancing offers a site for the transgression of gendered norms. Drawing on my own experiences as a female within the male-dominated breakdancing scene in Sydney, first as a spectator, then as an active crew member, this thesis questions why so few female participants engage in this creative space, and how breakdancing might be the space to displace and deterritorialise gender. I use analytic autoetthnography and interviews with scene members in collaboration with theoretical frameworks offered by Deleuze and Guttari, Butler, Bourdieu and other feminist and post-structuralist philosophers, to critically examine how the capacities of bodies are constituted and shaped in Sydney's breakdancing scene, and to also locate the potentiality for moments of transgression. In other words, I conceptualize the breaking body as not a 'body' constituted through regulations and assumptions, but as an assemblage open to new rhizomatic connections. Breaking is a space that embraces difference, whereby the rituals of the dance not only augment its capacity to deterritorialize the body, but also facilitate new possibilities for performativities beyond the confines of dominant modes of thought and normative gender construction. Consequently, this thesis attempts to contribute to what I perceive as a significant gap in scholarship on hip-hop, breakdancing, and autoethnographic explorations of Deleuze-Guattarian theory.

In a response to online criticism of her Olympics performance, Gunn wrote on her Instagram profile: "Don't be afraid to be different, go out there and represent yourself, you never know where that's gonna take you":

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Gunn, Rachael Louise. Deterritorializing Gender in Sydney's Breakdancing Scene: A B-Girl's Experience of B-Boying. 2022. Macquarie University, thesis. figshare.mq.edu.au, https://doi.org/10.25949/19433291.v1.

---. Deterritorializing Gender in Sydney's Breakdancing Scene: A B-Girl's Experience of B-Boying. 2022. Macquarie University, thesis. figshare.mq.edu.au, https://doi.org/10.25949/19433291.v1.

Ibrahim, Nur. "Lifeguards Are Present at Olympic Swimming Competitions?" Snopes, 8 Aug. 2024, https://www.snopes.com//fact-check/lifeguards-paris-olympics-swimming/.

"Olympic Breaking: Criticism of Viral Breakdancer Rachael Gunn - Raygun - Condemned by Australia Team." BBC Sport, 10 Aug. 2024, https://www.bbc.com/sport/olympics/articles/c2dgxp5n3rlo.

ORCID. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1069-4021. Accessed 12 Aug. 2024.

Paris 2024. https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024/athlete/-raygun_1940107. Accessed 12 Aug. 2024.

Saunders, Grant Leigh, and Rachael Gunn. "Australia." Global Hip Hop Studies, vol. 3, no. 1–2, Dec. 2023, pp. 23–32. Macquarie University, https://doi.org/10.1386/ghhs_00060_1.

Wazer, Caroline. "2024 Paris Olympics Are 'Lowest-Rated' Games in Modern History?" Snopes, 1 Aug. 2024, https://www.snopes.com//fact-check/paris-olympics-lowest-rated-games/.

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