Senior Capstone
Offering students unique opportunities to pursue a course of study beyond the typical high school class is at the heart of LRCA’s independent research course known as Senior Capstone.
Students apply for the program and draft a proposed course of study in spring of their junior year. Proposals then undergo a blind review by a faculty member committee. Once a proposal is reviewed and accepted, students select a faculty adviser and begin crafting their next year of work. Though Senior Capstone resembles a traditional college-level thesis, students have the freedom and flexibility to propose an innovative business model or pursue some advanced work in the fine arts, etc. Capstone’s purpose is to introduce students to collegiate standards of research and prepare them to succeed in high level, independent studies. Students learn practical research methodology, organizational strategies, and time management skills.
For more information or comments on any projects please contact Matthew Foster, Capstone Supervisor.
My Capstone experience not only challenged my skills, but taught me how to dig deeper. My mentor poured into me and guided me. The program really helped me prepare for college and aided me in choosing the path I want to go down for a possible career. It taught me many life lessons and how to push through when it gets extremely hard and how to use my time wisely – to think ahead and plan for months at a time … which will help me manage my time at SCAD. Mia Edwards, Class of 2025
Thea Foundation Scholarship Winner, 1st Place/Fashion Design
