When it's time to start thinking about a topic for your research paper, there are many ways to get inspired. News and magazine articles, reports, videos and audio programs are great places to discover ideas for your research topic. Sometimes a headline or title can spark an interest in an issue or topic and become a starting point in your research process. Explore some of the resources suggested below to find inspiration for your research topic.
► Look at the books on We have great books and eBook page. Click on the title to see a description and browse the Table of Contents for topic ideas
► Scan JSTOR Daily: Food and The Conversation for a wide-ranging collection of articles on interesting and quirky food related issues
► Explore the websites
► Watch a Ted Talk or listen to a podcast. These media sources are great places to find ideas!
► Think about readings and discussions you are having in class.
► Brainstorm with classmates and your instructor
► Come talk to me!