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Doctoral Dissertations

Pan, Y., 2018. Preference Modeling in Data-Driven Product Design: Application in Visual Aesthetics . Ph.D. Dissertation, Design Science, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Burnap, A., 2016. Crowdsourcing for Engineering Design: Objective Evaluations and Subjective Preferences . Ph.D. Dissertation, Design Science, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Bayrak, A. E., 2015. Topology Considerations in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Powertrain Architecture Design . Ph.D. Dissertation, Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

McGowan, A.-M. R., 2014. Interdisciplinary Interactions During R&D and Early Design of Large Engineered Systems . Ph.D. Dissertation, Design Science, University of Michigan.

Lee, K. J., 2014. Optimal System Design with Geometric Considerations . Ph.D. Dissertation, Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Kang, N., 2014. Multidomain Demand Modeling in Design for Market Systems . Ph.D. Dissertation, Design Science, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Montazeri, S., 2013. Design for Behavior Change: The Role of Product Visual Aesthetics in Promoting Sustainable Behavior . Ph.D. Dissertation, Design Science, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Whitefoot, J. W., 2012. Optimal co-design of microgrids and electric vehicles: synergies, simplifications and the effects of uncertainty . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Whitefoot, K. S., 2011. Quantifying the Impact of Environmental Policy on Engineering Design Decision . Ph.D. Dissertation, Design Science, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Ren, Y., 2011. Design Preference Elicitation, Identification and Estimation . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Hoffenson, S., 2011. Safety Considerations in Optimal Automotive Vehicle Design . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Alexander, M. J., 2011. Managment of Functional Data Variables in Decomposition-based Design Optimization . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Reid, T. N., 2010. Quantifying Perception-Based Attirbutes in Design: A Case Study on the Perceived Environmental Friendliness of Vehicle Silhouettes . Ph.D. Dissertation, Design Science, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Peters, D. L., 2010. Coupling and Controllability in Optimal Design and Control . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Frischknecht, B. D., 2009. Market Systems Modeling for Public versus Private Tradeoff Analysis in Optimal Vehicle Design . Ph.D. Dissertation, Deparment of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Malikopoulos, A., 2008. Real-Time, Self-Learning Identification and Stochastic Optimal Control of Advanced Powertrain Systems (D. N. Assanis co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

MacDonald, E. F., 2008. The Construction of Preference in Engineering Design and Implications for Green Products . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Kelly, J. C., 2008. Interactive Genetic Algorithms for Shape Preference Assessment in Engineering Design . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Han, J. W., 2008. Sequential Linear Programming Coordination Strategy for Deterministic and Probabilistic Analytical Target Cascading . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Allison, J. T., 2008. Optimal Partitioning and Coordination Decisions in Decomposition-based Design Optimization . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Li, Z., 2006. Optimal Design of Multistation Assembly System (M. Kokkolaras co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Chan, K.-Y., 2006. Monotonicity, Activity and Sequential Linearizations in Probabilistic Design Optimization . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Alyaqout, S., 2006. A Multi-System Optimization Approach to Coupling in Robust Design and Control (Ulsoy, A. Galip co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Michalek, J., 2005. Preference Coordination in Engineering Design Decision-Making . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Primikiri, E., 2004. Thermal Building Performance Optimization Using Spacial Achetypes (J. Turner co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Architecture, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Parkinson, M., 2004. Balance Maintenance in Normal Seated Reach (D. Chaffin co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Park, H.-J., 2004. A Quantification of Proportionality Aesthetics in Morphological Design (A. Economou co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Architecture, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Georgiopoulos, P., 2003. Enterprise-wide Product Design: Linking Optimal Design Decisions to the Theory of the Firm . Eng. D. Dissertation, Program in Manufacturing, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Fathy, H. K., 2003. Combined Plant and Control Optimization: Theory, Strategies and Applications (A.G. Ulsoy co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Choudhary, R., 2003. A Hierarchical Optimization Framework for Simulation-Based Architectural Design (A. Malkawi co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Architecture, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Sasena, M. J., 2002. Flexibility and Efficiency Enhancements for Constrained Global Design Optimization with Kriging Approximations (P. Goovaerts co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Fellini, R. A., 2002. A Model-Based Methodology for Product Family Design . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Li, Z., 2001. Design Optimization Techniques for Printed Antennas and Periodic Structures (J. Volakis co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Kim, H.-M., 2001. Target Cascading in Optimal System Design. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Delagrammatikas, G., 2001. A Design Optimization Methodology for Advanced and Hybrid, Diesel-Based, Automotive Powertrains (D. Assanis co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Reyer, J., 2000. Combined Embodiment Design and Control Optimization: Effects of Cross-Disciplinary Coupling. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Nishiwaki, S., 1998. Optimum Structural Topology Design Considering Flexibility (N. Kikuchi co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Nelson III, S., 1997. Optimal Design of Hierarchical Systems using Sequential Decomposition Programming. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Krishnamachari, R., 1996. A Decomposition Synthesis Methodology for Optimal Systems Design. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Johanson, R. P., 1996. Topology Optimization of Multicomponent Structural Systems (N. Kikuchi co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Jiang, T., 1996. Topology Optimization of Structural Systems Using Convex Approximation Methods. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Athan, T. W., 1994. A Quasi-Monte Carlo Method for Multicriteria Optimization. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Wagner, T. C., 1993. A General Decomposition Methodology for Optimal System Design. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Pomrehn, L., 1993. A Recursive Opportunistic Optimization Tool for Discrete Optimal Design. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Snavely, G., 1992. An Abstraction-Based Methodology for Mechanical Configuration Design . Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Chirehdast, M., 1992. An Integrated Optimization Environment for Structural Configuration Design. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Lo, R., 1991. Deterministic Global Design Optimization for Nonconvex Generalized Polynomial Problems. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Kim, D.-S., 1990. Cones on Bezier Curves and Surfaces (T.C. Woo co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Rao, J. J. R., 1989. Higher Level Modeling Formulations in Optimal Design. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Loh, H.-T., 1989. A Sequential Linearization Approach for Mixed -Discrete Nonlinear Design Optimization. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Jakiela, M. J., 1988. Intelligent Suggestive Computer Aided Design Systems. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Desai, R., 1988. Automatic Robot Programming for Accommodating Design Changes (R.A.Volz co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Li, H.-L., 1985. Design Optimization Strategies with Global and Local Knowledge. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Azarm, S., 1984. Local Monotonicity in Optimal Design. Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Diaz, A. R., 1982. Optimization of Finite Element Grids Using Interpolation Error (J. E. Taylor co-chair). Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Master's Theses

Ren, Y., 2009. An Interactive Modeling Environment for Automotive Exterior Design . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Sarin, H., 2008. Error Assessment of Response Time Histories (EARTH): A Metric to Validate Simulation Models . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Alexander, M. J., 2008. Analytical Target Cascading Optimization of an Electric Vehicle Powertrain System . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Frischknecht, B., 2006. Representations and Methods for Enabling Design Variety . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Han, J., 2005. Optimal design of hybrid and non-hybrid fuel cell vehicles . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Rask, E., 2004. Estimating and Using the Attainable Set of Attribute Values for Discrete Choice Consumer Preference Modeling. M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Allison, J., 2004. Complex System Optimization: A Review of Analytical Target Cascading, Collaborative Optimization, and Other Formulations . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Sherefkin, L., 2003. Analytical Craftsmanship: Evaluation and analysis of consumer Perceptions . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Li, Z., 2003. The Effects of Manufacturing Process on Powertrain Design Decisions . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Hossoy, I., 2003. Modeling of Craftsmanship Perceptions in Vehicle Interior Design Using Tools from Engineering and Psychology . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Cooper, A., 2003. An Enterprise Decision Model for Optimal Vehicle Design and Technology Valuation . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Whitehead, J. W., 2001. Design and Performance of Derivative-Free Optimization Algorithms Used with Hybrid Electric Vehicle Simulations . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Michalek, J., 2001. Interactive Layout Design Optimization . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Sasena, M., 1998. Optimization of Computer Simulations via Smoothing Splines and Kriging Metamodels. M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Nwosu, N., 1998. Object-Oriented Optimization Using Convex Approximations. M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Fellini, R. A., 1998. Derivative-Free and Global Search Optimization Algorithms in an Object-Oriented Design Framework . M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Scheffer, C., 1997. A Software Framework for Optimal Systems Design. M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Marsan, A., 1994. Construction of a Surface Model From 3D Homogenization Output (D. Dutta co-chair). M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Johanson, R. P., 1989. A Knowledge-Based Convex Approximation Algorithm. M.S. Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

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What is PDF/A?

PDF/A is a variation of the PDF format that ensures a document can be reproduced exactly the same way, regardless of what software -- including screenreaders -- is used. Basically, all of the information necessary for displaying the document and its elements in the same manner is embedded in the file—leaving your documents safe, accessible, and secure for the long term. 

First, set Microsoft Word to embed fonts in your PDF

1) Edit the Save settings for Microsoft Word:

• On a Mac, open the Word menu and select Preferences
• On a Windows computer, go to the File tab and open Options

2) Then, select the  Save  settings and make sure the two options to "Embed fonts in the file" and "Embed only the characters used..." are checked.

3) Click OK (Windows) or close the Save settings window (Mac)

Second, save the file as PDF/A

For most things we do in Word, there's not much difference between Mac and Windows. Unfortunately, there are some differences when it comes to this particular process, and even some differences depending on your own computer setup.

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With your file open, go to the File tab. If you see "Save as Adobe PDF" as an option, then:

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Deposit Supplemental Materials with Deep Blue

When your dissertation file is complete, you will submit the final dissertation file to Rackham Graduate School (as described on Rackham’s Submitting the Dissertation page). Your dissertation will be preserved by the University of Michigan Library in our institutional repository, Deep Blue .

In addition to your final dissertation file, you may have additional, supplemental materials that the Library can preserve as part of your scholarship. This could include materials such as:

• Research data (e.g. excel files, MatLab Files)
• Original formats (e.g. dissertation file in LaTeX)
• Digital objects (e.g. 3D models, audio or video media) 

Depositing such materials will ultimately make your scholarship more accessible and complete for those who wish to access it in the future. To consult with a librarian about additional materials you may wish to include, please contact [email protected] . You may contact us at any stage in your research or deposit process.

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Nadine Anderson, Behavioral Sciences and Women's & Gender Studies Librarian

Thesis writing can seem like a very daunting task but your Criminology & Criminal Justice librarian, Nadine Anderson, is here to help. Contact me at [email protected] with your questions about identifying research gaps, finding sources for your literature review, and putting together your thesis proposal.

1.  Identify a research gap : your thesis should address a research gap which you identify in the literature, a research question or problem which has not been addressed in your area of interest.

2.  Build and defend your thesis proposal : a written document that outlines what you're going to study and why it's important, as well as the methods you will use to study your thesis topic.

3. To graduate after successfully defending your Master's thesis:

The Graduate Studies Office requires you to have your thesis submitted to  Deep Blue (the University of Michigan's institutional repository) in order to release your final grade. You and your advisor can choose from either of the following process options below to have your thesis submitted to Deep Blue

The deadlines for submission for either option  are:

• Fall 2023: December 4, 2023
• Winter 2024: April 14, 2024

Option 1: Submit your Master's Thesis for a format check before you have it submitted to Deep Blue

• Your thesis needs to be finalized and approved by your Thesis Chair before you submit it for a format check
• Use the Master's Thesis Formatting Checklist below to make sure that your thesis meets the Graduate Studies Office formatting requirements for Masters theses. 
• Library staff will check your thesis once using the Master's Thesis Formatting Checklist (see below) against the Graduate Studies Office formatting requirements for Masters theses.
• Library staff will send you an email that includes the formatting revisions needed as well as a link to the Deep Blue Submission form 
• You will also add information about your thesis needed for Deep Blue submission
• You will then submit your Master's Thesis as a pdf file with embedded fonts for Deep Blue

Option 2: Waive a format check and just submit your thesis to Deep Blue

• Fill out the Thesis/Dissertation Waiver Statement  and have your committee chair sign it
• This statement must be  signed by your committee chair before you submit it
• Library staff will send you an email that includes the link to the Deep Blue Submission form 

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Master's Thesis

The master's thesis is an original work that is creative, scholarly, and based on independent research. Theses usually include a literature review to delineate a problem or gap in knowledge, statement of objectives, formulation of hypotheses, explanation of methods, collection, and analysis of data, report of results, and discussion of conclusions. Results of a thesis should be publishable in a peer-reviewed journal.

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Our students' dissertation titles are recorded below. Full-text versions of all the dissertations are available via the University's Deep Blue service .

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Public policy & political science, public policy & sociology.

To read dissertations in full, submitted in partial fulfillment of the doctoral program at the University of Michigan, visit the University's Deep Blue collection, which also includes dissertations written by U-M faculty.

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Plan of Study

Completing a Plan of Study form allows you to plan your courses to make sure you meet all the degree requirements. As you complete the form, please refer to the following information:

• All degree requirements must be letter graded (A-E) courses except for the “total credits” and “optional” degree requirements.
• Technical courses are engineering, math, statistics, and science courses.
• Entrepreneurship courses and AERO 585 are not technical courses.
• Math 404, 417, 425, 448, 450 or their cross-listed classes
• CPT credit (ENGR 998)
• ELI courses
• Courses with number 990, 995 or other course with “doctoral,” “dissertation,” or “preliminary” in the title

Qualifying Exam Information

You must apply prior to the examination date .

Deadline for application for ECE:

• August 10, 2023 for September 2023 Qualifying Exam 
• November 22, 2023 for January 2024 Qualifying Exam 
• April 6, 2024 for May 2024 Qualifying Exam

Application instructions will be emailed to you from the ECE Graduate Coordinators approximately 1 month before each deadline. 

September 2023 Quals : September 5 – September 18

January 2024 Quals : January 11 – January 29

May 2024 Quals : May 6 – May 24

Requirements

Step 1:  Complete coursework

• Refer to the graduate manual for course requirements.

Step 2:  Take and pass Qualification Exam

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Step 3:  Advance to Candidacy

• Candidacy Deadlines
• Review ECE Graduate Manual for requirements

Step 4:  Complete Thesis Proposal

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Step 5:  Complete Dissertation

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• Completing the Doctoral degree requirements

The complete doctoral requirements can be found in the program guide. See the Rackham Doctoral Degree Policies for more info.

Continuous Enrollment

In order to encourage timely completion of the degree, University policy requires doctoral students to register every Fall and Winter term until their degree is completed, with very few exceptions. That is, doctoral students cannot take time off from their studies, or pursue the later stages of their degree without registering, except in special circumstances.

In this section

• Graduate Program-Specific Contacts
• Doctoral Dissertation Guidelines and Procedures
• Dissertation Release and Embargo Procedures
• Guide to Enrolling in Master's Thesis
• Thesis Release and Embargo Procedures
• Graduate Studies Forms
• Three Minute Thesis Competition
• Graduate Student Appreciation Week

Master's Thesis

Master's thesis guidelines and procedures.

These guidelines have been prepared to assist you in getting the information you need for successful completion of your master's thesis at UM-Dearborn.

Deadline to Submit for Format Check

Winter 2024: April 15, 2024 Summer 2024: August 9, 2024 Fall 2024: December 9, 2024 Winter 2025: April 14, 2025

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] .

Enrolling in Master's Thesis

Review our  Guide to Enrolling in Master's Thesis  for further information on how to start. Students should follow their individual program policies and procedures in order to successfully complete their program in a timely manner. Frequent communication with your committee members is essential. It is the student's responsibility to be aware of all relevant deadlines and to plan accordingly.  Deadlines cannot be altered and missing one will delay your graduation.

Helpful Guides When Researching/Writing the Thesis

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• Obtaining Copyright Permission
• Formatting Your Thesis With Microsoft Word
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Archiving Master’s Thesis

The resources below will help you format your thesis in accordance with university guidelines and archive your final thesis upon successful defense.

The format check/archiving process is required in order to release your final thesis grade. It is the student's responsibility to be aware of all relevant deadlines and to plan accordingly. Individual department deadlines to defend may be different from the University's deadline to submit your defended thesis for the format check/archiving process. 

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Dissertations

Dissertations are automatically added to the Digital Conservancy as part of the submission process, which is administered by The Graduate School.  For information or questions regarding submission policies and procedures, contact Graduate Student Services and Progress office (GSSP) for the most up-to-date information on this process.

Master's Plan A theses

Master’s Plan A theses are automatically added to the Digital Conservancy as part of the submission process, which is administered by The Graduate School.  For information or questions regarding submission policies and procedures, contact Graduate Student Services and Progress office (GSSP) for the most up-to-date information on this process.

Master's Plan B/C theses, capstones, and other final projects

Plan B/C theses, capstones, and other projects may be added to the Digital Conservancy, but deposit is not required. If you are a student and would like to add your Plan B paper, please follow thee email instructions on this page.  In your email, please be sure to include the project type, the name of your degree, and the college/school where your degree is conferred.

Some graduate programs have collections of their master's projects in the Digital Conservancy.  These collections are a wonderful resource for current and former students, and highlight the role of graduate education and research in the school.  If you are a program administrator, or would like to start a collection for a program’s Plan B projects, please contact us at  [email protected] to get started.

Undergraduate Honors theses

Please see the University Honors Program thesis submission instructions if you are a Twin Cities student looking to add your honors program thesis.

Email your deposit

The best way to for some users to deposit their items is by emailing the Digital Conservancy.  Complete the following steps to get help depositing your item:

• Read and complete the online Deposit Agreement  
• Email [email protected] your file(s)
• In your email, include the following information:
• Author name(s)
• Title of your deposit
• Date created (YYYY-MM-DD)
• Abstract of no more than 500 words (optional)
• Any subject keywords you want associated with your deposit
• The collection where your item should be uploaded.  If you're not sure, provide a quick description of your item, your campus, and any associated program, event, department, research group, etc. (e.g., UROP-Duluth Campus, Plan B thesis, Extension report, etc.)
• Faculty advisor name, if applicable
• Funding information, including sponsor name and grant number, if applicable
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