Analysis of sources and evaluation of methods of historical writing. Students undertake a major research and writing project in field of special interest. Capstone course requires a 20-25 page minimum final research paper. Required for majors except those in Honors Program. (B) United States; (C) Europe; (D) Asia/Pacific; (E) comparative/World. A-F only. Pre: 396(B or C) and any 400-level HIST course.