This is the Junior-level Sequential Enhancement of Writing Skills (SEWS) requirement for the undergraduate degree in mathematics. It is designed to give the student sufficient background in writing and information literacy to satisfy the university’s SEWS requirement at the junior level. Specifically, the project is an introduction to the conventions of reading, writing, and research within the mathematics discipline. Research-based writing using correct formatting and documentation is emphasized. Writing intensive. Requires a college-level research paper of significant length, which must involve use of scholarly literature. This is offered independent of any MATH prefixed course. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Sophomore-level SEWS requirement through the Department of Language and Literature. Graded Pass/Fail. As needed.