History Paper

Topic : Islam and the nation state

Instructions : Students can choose a topic for the midterm paper within the general theme of the course (min.

2000 words max. 3000 words, double-spaced pages/ excluding notes and bibliography). The

paper should be argumentative and should have a clear thesis statement and supporting arguments.

In order to ensure that papers fit these criteria, students are asked to submit an outline two week

before the final submission deadline. The outline should include the following: title, thesis

statement, 3-4 supporting arguments, and at least four academic sources.