Review examples of proposals and proposal memos from previous semesters on the “Course Documents” page. The “Bat Box” proposal is probably the best example of a successful proposal (with the exception of its “Working Model” section because the absence of detailed, relevant data renders it its weakest part).
In crafting a memo (addressed to me) in which you suggest a topic/project, be sure to clarify who your specific audience for this proposal will be, why this person will be receptive to your suggestions, and what authority he/she has in getting your suggestions implemented.
Try to create a project that will result in a professional document that will prepare you for writing in your future career field. It could be a scientific or environmental project, business plan, a technical manual, a blueprint for organizing a charitable event, etc.
Also, make sure you research this issue as thoroughly as time permits to avoid focusing on a problem that is already being solved (or has been solved) by someone else. Again, this should be a real problem you will be solving for a real person. Be sure to limit the scope to keep it manageable. You are not writing a “paper” about a broad, general problem–you are developing a concrete solution for a very specific issue. Keep in mind that I am your audience for this document.
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