In general, "blue sheet" electives in the Department of Radiology are discouraged, especially during months in which the general radiology fourth-year clerkship is offered. That course is highly customizable and should eliminate the need for a special studies elective in most cases. For rare months in which there are no other radiology clerkships offered, or for unusual or highly-specialized circumstances, students can arrange for a RAD 6100 course by filling out the appropriate paperwork with the medical school and having a faculty member from the department oversee and sponsor the elective.