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G U I D E L I N E S A N D F O R M S

Demystifying Augmentations & Capstones

Augmentation - Definition

Occurs within the framework of any course in which you are enrolled

Typically expands on a particular course topic or material not covered in the course but related to the course material

Project is NOT part of the typical coursework and supplements knowledge on the subject

Augmentation - Styles

Creative work, exploratory study, experimental investigation, or scholarly research. It may focus on one subject area, be interdisciplinary and/or cross-cultural in scope

Project must demonstrate mastery of the topic and show competency in whatever medium of expression & involve some form of written component

Augmentation - Methodology

Approach professor during first couple weeks of the semester with request to augment the course and with ideas for a project

Submit augmentation proposal form by due date – requires appropriate signatures; includes 150 word abstract describing project including final format; and list of preliminary references

Perform work on project and present findings to professor (typically at least one draft prior to final submission); Don’t wait until completion deadline to seek approval from sponsor!!

Submit augmentation completion form by due date – requires appropriate signatures, 30-50 word abstract, and project

Augmentation – Final Format

Please consult with faculty sponsor

Examples: paper, poster, PowerPoint, or DVD

Creative works and other audio-visual projects require a short reflective paper on the nature of the work and its relevance/importance

References/resources should always be cited!

Presentation to a general audience not required but augmentations are often adapted for presentations at conferences

Augmentation – Honors Credit

No grade assigned to augmentation

Professor does not consider work a part of course grade

Honors credits awarded toward graduation requirements (21 total needed) – exact number of credits awarded depends on credits associated with course (i.e. 4 credit course = 4 credits augmentation)

Augmentation – FAQ

Can I augment courses as a Freshmen?

Can I perform an augmentation with other Honors students in my classes?

Can I augment a study abroad or internship?

Can I do more than one augmentation for the same course?

Does the augmentation need to be completed within the semester the course is offered?

Can I wait till my senior year to complete an augmentation?

Augmentation – Examples

SPAN202: “Té Fuiste”– composed an original song in Spanish;

submitted a DVD with video performance of the song and a written reflection of the song translation

HLTH105: A Bigger, Better Me – developed and implemented an exercise program; submitted a paper on the

RECR275: Rec with Disabilities: (group project) – developed weekly/monthly series of recreational programs for individuals with disabilities to be implemented at a local agency; submitted binder with activities and personal reflections of how each student contributed

PSYC215: Nature vs Nurture – met weekly with professor for in-depth discussions on the assigned book and submitted journal reflection documenting the ideas/concepts discussed

GEOS420: The Future: A Look into Sustainable Energy Sources – submitted a paper on the various types of sustainable energy

Capstone - Definition

The crowning achievement, point, element, or event (Dictionary.com)

Project more involved and detailed undertaking than an augmentation

Draws upon knowledge & experiences attained throughout undergraduate education

Involves research, writing, and presentation

Capstone - Requirement

All students must complete a capstone project to graduate with Global Honors

A couple exemptions include:

Students enrolled in an accelerated program

Dual majors in distinct disciplines

All students requesting an exemption must complete “Capstone Project Exemption Form”

Capstone – Faculty Support

Faculty mentor – primary reviewer (supervisor of project); works closely with student in the creation, design, and follow through of the project

2nd reviewer – ideally faculty member from a different discipline who confirms quality of work

Global Honors Director – final stamp of approval

All faculty mentors must be employed at LHU (in some cases, the second reviewer may be an LHU staff Member or a person affiliated with LHU)

Capstone – Framework

Typically two-semester process during senior yr Some research may be conducted in Junior yr May involve registering for an Independent Study (e.g.

CHEM499) May be the same capstone as on required by your major May involve work performed during an internship,

externship or field experience* May be part of your student teaching semester (Teacher

Work Sample) May be interdisciplinary May be outside your major

*LHU faculty mentor must have direct knowledge and oversight of the project PRIOR to the start of the work; must acquire approval of external supervisor regarding confidentiality of work

Capstone Forms – Timeline

Deadlines will be set at the beginning of each semester based on the academic calendar for proposals

Fall 2015 Deadlines: Proposals – Sept 18; Completions – Nov 20 (for December grads)

Form Early Graduation – Fall of Senior Year

Normal Graduation Time – Spring of Senior Year

Ideas Spring Sophomore Year Spring Sophomore Year

Pre-Proposal Fall Junior Year Spring Junior Year

Proposal / Exemption

Spring Junior Year Fall Senior Year

Completion Fall Senior Year Spring Senior Year

Capstone – Final Project Submission

Written paper

Creative work(s)

Documentary

Manual

…and more

Capstone – Final Project Presentation

Styles: Oral presentation Performance Forum

Venue: Honors conference Peer-reviewed conference in your discipline Literary reading Juried show Recital/concert Celebration of Scholarship – Phi Kappa Phi Symposium or

other oral presentation

Capstone – Past Projects*

Toxicological Effects of Fullerene Nanoparticles on C. elegans How About this View? – Space, bodies, and aura at the New Jersey Shore The Sensible Expression of an Idea: The Work of Ricardo Porro and the

Evolution of Cuban Ideology ENGL499 - ’Problem’ Novels: A Guide for Educators Faith Novel HIST499 - Illegal Immigration Baseball Coordination at Miami University Students without Borders The Basics of Common Teenage Vaccines The Relationship Between Parental Alcohol Use and Personality of College

Students Whole Language vs. Phonics Underachievement Syndrome in the Secondary School Setting ¿Qué tiempo hace hoy? – Ten Day Unit for Sixth Grade Exploratory Spanish Power in Intimate Heterosexual Relationships Ecotypic variation within red maple (Acer rubrum) leaf morphology Female Chief Executives of Latin America Heredity Unit Plan

*Not an exhaustive list

Capstone – Value

Documentation of undergraduate academic experience

Résumé builder

Graduate school application

Employers

Graduate with Global Honors

Email Jackie at jwhitlin@lhup.edu or stop by office on 2nd floor of Honors house or ECSC304