Twenty graduating master’s students in the School of Social Work’s administrative and policy practice track gathered to present capstone research projects — and to bring back a tradition that had been on hold since the COVID-19 pandemic.
The capstone course gives students a chance to demonstrate their mastery of macro-level social work through original research, analysis and practical application — a fitting close to a graduate program built on theoretical grounding and evidence-based practice.
The cAPPstone Showcase, organized by students in Mary-Ellen Brown’s capstone course, featured presentations on topics ranging from literacy access and youth mental health systems to a proposed mutual aid medical equipment exchange. Family, friends and members of the social work community attended the reception-style event.
Brown said the evening reflected the depth of work students invested throughout the program.
“I’m so very proud of the work these students put into these projects and this event. Each student has invested time and energy to investigate complex topics and recommend policy, programmatic, and system solutions,” she said. “This event was a chance to celebrate that work with friends, family and the social work community.”
For the students who organized it, the showcase felt like a fitting send-off. “This showcase was inspired by APP students who wanted an opportunity to highlight the culmination of our work, while also creating something meaningful for future APP students,” said Miranda Uribe, graduating MSSW student.
A list of presentations from students can be found below: