Writing assignments
For the short memos, I would like you to respond to each question with a coherently organized, logically argued essay of 300-500 words in length. Each question can be adequately answered, relying on assigned readings and
lectures; no outside reading is required. However, please make sure to accurately cite any source that you use.
Each essay must be typed and properly edited (such that spelling and grammar are correct).
Each essay must be handed in to your Teaching Assistant on the date specified. One of the six essays may be emailed to the TA for provisional credit; that essay must arrive by the deadline for the week; grading will be based on the electronic copy, which must be followed up with hard copy, by the next section meeting. No late essays will be accepted.
Each essay, combined with discussion questions posted on the website, will provide the basis for discussions during section.

Memo 4: (Extra credit) due February 14: How and why does the process of migration generate cross-border ties while the process of settlement weakens those same connections?