Information for Capstone Advisors

This information is intended to serve as a guideline for the general structure of the Capstone Project Process. Individual projects will vary.

Semester 1

Have conversations with your advisee to develop "doable" ideas
- Would the project need IRB approval?
- Should the student apply for funding?
- Can the project be completed in three semesters?
Review the Capstone Proposal
Sign off on the top part of the Capstone Record Sheet
Sign off on the Independent Study (390) Paperwork for Semester 2 of the Capstone (optional)

Offer the first of two Independent Studies (398) (optional)
- Work with the student to develop the syllabus and schedule for the semester
Focus is on the research or project development (project permitting)
Attend WIPS presentation
Work with the student to identify potential conferences for Capstone presentation
Assign grade for the Independent Study (if applicable)
- Did the student complete what was agreed upon to the quality expected?
- Did the student schedule and present their WIPS?
Sign off on Independent Study (395) Paperwork for Semester 3 of the Capstone (optional)

Offer the second of two Independent Studies (395)
- Work with the student to develop the syllabus and schedule for the semester
Focus is on the writing (project permitting)
Assign grade for the Independent Study (if applicable)
- Did the student complete the Capstone to the quality expected?
- Please note: the approved Capstone must be submitted to the Honors Program by the end of week 13.
Sign off on the Capstone Record Sheet
Attend senior recognition ceremony (more information to come during Semester 3)
Submit advisor video brief (more information to come during Semester 3)