
Independent Scholar and grad Willis Landon '20, whose self-designed major focused on Hip-hop music education.
Become an Independent Scholar
Students interested in the major should meet with Independent Scholars faculty to discuss their academic goals and enroll in the introductory course (IND 200), in which they will develop an area of inquiry and design their curriculum. Acceptance into the major is determined by successful completion of the IND 200 course.
Successful applicants will propose a creative, cogent, and feasible curriculum that contains both depth and breadth, and integrates the theoretical perspectives and methodologies of contributing disciplines.
For more information contact chambema@jmu.edu, or visit Gabbin Hall 207.