Final Presentation for Individually Contracted Honors Thesis

The presentation provides an excellent opportunity for you to share what you have learned, receive valuable feedback from specialists in your field, and develop presentation skills. 

You will conduct a presentation with your Thesis Committee following the conclusion of your research or creative endeavor.  

Content and Structure 

In general, the presentation consists of an hour-long meeting between you and the Thesis Committee during which you will be asked to discuss various aspects of your work, such as: 

• research techniques or creative experiences 
• knowledge or skills acquired 
• applications and usefulness of the research results 
• issues for future exploration 
• your future goals  

Location, Participants, and Audience 

The location of the presentation is arranged between the Honors student and Thesis Committee. It is possible that it might consist of a presentation at the Massachusetts Undergraduate Research Conference or within your department. At the discretion of the faculty sponsor, the presentation may be restricted to the Thesis Committee or opened to a broader audience.  

Timing 

The presentation is usually held before final exams to give you time to incorporate suggestions and make final corrections before submitting your final Research Manuscript or Creative Portfolio. Students should refer to the CHC PATHS homepage for specific deadlines.