This past year, I have been having a small problem that may become a huge one soon if I don't make a decision soon. So what have I been so indecisive about that may make my world crumble if I don't bite the bullet soon? Only my thesis topic. The only guideline is that it must be a substantial paper of approximately twenty pages that demonstrates engagement with the leading edge of research on its topic. Oh, and I guess something philosophical since that is my major. I have a few ideas running around in my head, so you guys let me know which one you think is best. Ok here goes. Should I write on:
A. Constructing a Black Art World - this would be an attempt to construct a black art world in light of George Dickie's institutional theory of art and W.E.B. DuBois and Alain Locke's work in the arts in the early 20th century.
B. Can There Be a Black Aesthetic? - this would be an attempt to answer the question of is there a such thing as a black aesthetic, and if so, what constitutes it.
C. Authentic Individuality in Society's Sea of Sameness - this would be an existential look at what it means to be a self in society, partly introspective also.
D. Something art, architecture, or design related to possibly use as a writing sample for when I apply to grad school in one of those programs.
So that's the the choices right now. I'm not going to let you know which one I'm leaning towards because that may skew your opinion. BTW...The first two are papers previously written and that just need to be expanded upon and go in to greater detail with defense and refutation. Give me your opinion in the comments. Please and Thank You.
Out Peace
3 comments:
I think you should go with your gut - no matter what the votes say. Your first instinct is always right!
Don't let others determine what you should write your thesis on? What do you really want to write about?
Don't let others determine what you should write your thesis on. What do you really want to write about?
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