Precapstone: Finding and Developing Your Story

In this course, students prepare for the work of the capstone project by defining their topic, identifying sources, conducting interviews, and collecting data, facts, and information.

The culminating work of the precapstone is a detailed reporting plan and a draft of the first part of the project.

Students also complete a self-assessment of their skills as reporters and writers and develop a plan of action for building on them.

The precapstone features guest speakers who focus on long-form journalism, interviewing, and investigative reporting skills.