
Projects like the Capstone enable students to enhance critical abilities: working independently and as a member of a team superseding obstacles cultivating confidence and willingness to take risks and contributing to a larger community of knowledge. The Capstone Project is typically pursued in the final two semesters at UIC, building upon the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the undergraduate years. The Capstone may focus on a research problem, theoretical issue, new creative work, professional challenge, or novel application (such as design, technological, or social innovation).Įxpectations for the Capstone are in line with honors quality departmental theses, senior design projects, and other senior research projects that enable students to carry out rigorous inquiry, writing, and public presentation. All Honors College students complete a Capstone Project-a scholarly experience that incorporates concepts and techniques learned throughout the undergraduate career, through which students can make original scholarly or professional contributions to their field. A “capstone” is the final stone that unifies and protects an underlying structure.
