I'm posting this to bring order to the chaos of the past few days. My self-determined major has gone from a theory to something viable and exciting. I'm now beginning to solidify a number of variables that hopefully will lead to approval.
At this point, only a few obstacles are still in the way. I will approach them with care and subtlety because I believe that they mustn't just be completed, but instead should be carefully constructed to create a pathway as flexible as it is reliable.
The most exciting news is that two faculty members have signed on to advise me. I'm excited to include them in this project and look forward to many useful advisings from them as I continue down this path.
The first to sign on is Susannah Mintz, Associate Chair of the English Department at Skidmore College and a person who's dedication to rigor and close reading of text will be more beneficial than I can rightly gauge this early on.
The second is Erica Bastress-Dukehart of the History Department at Skidmore College. As I find myself delving deeper and deeper into the historical aspects of an idea she has pushed and inspired me to push for rigorous historical accuracy. If I can say that I think I know how Professor Mintz will help me, I cannot rightfully say that I know how Professor Bastress-Dukehart will - this is why she is such a welcomed addition to my fledgling project.
The deadline is March 15th as of right now. A thousand thank you's to everyone who has seen potential within this area of study and has given me their confidence and respect. More updates to come.
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