We are pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 LISD Best Senior Thesis Award on the politics of self-determination. This award recognizes the best senior thesis that focuses on self-determination of nations, groups and individuals in international politics.

• To qualify for nomination, the thesis must receive a grade of A or A+ from both readers and be accompanied by a statement of support from both readers.
• In exceptional cases, the committee will consider a thesis that has received an A- from one reader as long as the second grade is an A or an A+ and the adviser includes an explanation of why the thesis merits a prize.
• Nominations for this prize are made by departments across the University as well as directly by faculty advisors. 

To nominate a candidate, please submit a copy of the thesis, reader reports/evaluations including grades to Heather Mayer by Friday, May 16, 2025. 

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