Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2026
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INDS 600 901 (CRN: 24392)
THE INTERDISCIPLINARY SCHOLAR
Long Title: THE INTERDISCIPLINARY SCHOLAR: RESEARCH, WRITING, AND INTELLECTUAL PRACTICE
Department: School of Continuing Studies
Instructor: Hudson, Ashley
Meeting: 6:00PM - 9:00PM T (12-JAN-2026 - 24-APR-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Online
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Liberal Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Section Max Enrollment: 0 (permission required) Department Permission Required
Section Enrolled: 11
Enrollment data as of: 24-NOV-2025 8:41PM
Final Exam: GR Course-Dept Schedules Exam
Description: This course equips Master of Interdisciplinary Studies students with practical skills for engaging in graduate-level interdisciplinary research, writing, and professional scholarship. Students will engage with recent interdisciplinary journal articles, learning how to critically analyze research across different fields. Faculty from the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and creative arts will discuss methodologies and problem-solving approaches in their respective disciplines, demonstrating how interdisciplinary research is conducted in practice. Students will explore the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in research and writing, and interdisciplinary approaches in creative projects, exploring how AI transforms knowledge production. Students will develop graduate-level writing and research skills and apply interdisciplinary methods in traditional and creative research contexts. Students will develop effective presentation techniques, including peer feedback on delivery, visual aids, and engagement.