Graduate Courses

The Summer Capstone Writing & Completion course supports students as they transform their spring research proposal and collected data into a polished, original capstone project. With primary research already completed, students spend the summer analyzing their data, integrating scholarly and industry sources, and crafting a clear and compelling argument that demonstrates mastery of media industry studies. The emphasis during this term shifts from research design to sustained writing, analytical depth, and refinement of the project’s contribution to ongoing academic or industry conversations. Students work closely with their advisor to structure their chapters or sections, interpret findings, and situate their analysis in relation to both their conceptual framework and the broader field. The final capstone should be accessible to an informed but non-specialist audience and comparable in scope and rigor to a 25–30-page scholarly paper. Students submit their completed project in early August, after which they prepare for a celebratory presentation day in late August showcasing their work to faculty, peers, alumni, and media industry professionals.