Capstone in Public Humanities ((3 Units))

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Prerequisite: Permission of department. The Capstone in Public Humanities provides an opportunity for students to engage in high-level inquiry focusing on an area of specialization through a public humanities lens. Capstone projects are problem-based and practice-centered and draw upon the areas of intersection between the student’s primary area of study [Museums, English, Anthropology, Biology, etc.] and the five common goals of publicly-engaged humanities: Informing contemporary debates; Amplifying community voices and histories; Helping individuals and communities navigate difficult experiences; Expanding educational access; and Preserving culture in times of crisis and change. Capstone projects are designed by the student in consultation with the faculty advisor, aim to bridge theory and practice, and provide a professional experience with direct community impact.