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A two-week or 10-day intensive period of on-ground museum study in a location organized by the MA in Museum Studies program. The seminar includes practicum opportunities in various museum settings, conversations with local museum professionals, and class sessions that integrate daily experiences. Using the rich diversity of museums in the designated location, this class allows students to use what they have learned in their prior courses, develop networks with fellow students and museum experts, and explore the latest in museum practice. Each seminar location has an additional site-specific description. Seminars require some pre-site activities and assignments. Students work on directed activities during the two-week/ 10-day period, coupled with multiple site visits focused on the academic work being accomplished. Daily journal entries and a post-seminar reflection paper require students to synthesize knowledge gained across their courses in the Museum Studies program. Note: As a prerequisite, students must have completed at least six courses in the program. One of these courses must be 460.601 or 460.602. Students are responsible for travel to and from the location, accommodations, meals, and any specified field trip fees. Substitution option: Students unable to participate in the onsite seminar must enroll in the Virtual Seminar option (460.752) to fulfill related components of the MA degree requirement. Students may also seek permission to substitute the Cultural Heritage Management Seminar (465.708) for the Museum Studies Seminar. Students should contact their academic advisor for additional information on this option.