Find one currently debated crisis or issue in your field of study/major. Explain the background of the issue. Present the different sides of the issue. Take a stand on the issue; this will be your thesis. Explain the reasons for this stand. The tone of this paper should be quite formal. You should have at least six to eight solid sources. At least one of these sources must be a personal contact with an expert in your field. At least one of these sources must be a scholarly or professional journal article. At least one of these sources must be a book from a reputable publisher. Of these sources, do not use more than one internet source (if you have one at all); if you do use an internet source, make sure it’s a good one (such as the professional association for your field). The other sources could be more books, more journal articles, more personal contacts, etc.