CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE
A capstone experience involving the application of sociological concepts and methods to concrete social and environmental problems. Involves working in teams, engaging in problems using approaches such as service learning, community based research, and interdisciplinary approaches.
Prerequisites & course information
Requisites: Senior standing Course Designation: Core GenEd - Social & Behavioral Science Repeatable for Credit: No Last Taught: Spring 2026 Learning Outcomes: 1. Critically analyze and apply sociological theories and concepts to understand the interplay between community and environmental issues Audience: Undergraduate 2. Design and execute group research projects that integrate sociological frameworks, data collection, and interdisciplinary insights Audience: Undergraduate 3. Present research findings clearly and persuasively through oral presentations, written reports, and active participation in discussions Audience: Undergraduate 4. Evaluate the ethical implications of societal and environmental challenges, incorporating diverse perspectives like feminist and Indigenous viewpoints Audience: Undergraduate 5. Reflect on personal learning, collaboration, and the application of sociological insights to real-world problems and civic responsibilities Audience: Undergraduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Critically analyze and apply sociological theories and concepts to understand the interplay between community and environmental issues Audience: Undergraduate 2. Design and execute group research projects that integrate sociological frameworks, data collection, and interdisciplinary insights Audience: Undergraduate 3. Present research findings clearly and persuasively through oral presentations, written reports, and active participation in discussions Audience: Undergraduate 4. Evaluate the ethical implications of societal and environmental challenges, incorporating diverse perspectives like feminist and Indigenous viewpoints Audience: Undergraduate 5. Reflect on personal learning, collaboration, and the application of sociological insights to real-world problems and civic responsibilities Audience: Undergraduate
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027