This 24-hour course consists of independent research and study in the area of religious support, which results in a 10–12 page paper. Officers interested in independent study present a 1 page written proposal to the chaplain instructor for consideration NLT one week prior to the start of the elective. Students will not be enrolled into A940 until their proposal is approved. The paper will address the topic, thesis statement and scope of the paper. The officer and the chaplain instructor will meet before the term to discuss the proposed paper. Because this course involves independent study, research, and writing a paper, students who are interested must be capable of doing independent work.