Study Abroad and International Exchanges

Study Abroad Capstone Project

Overview

Every Western Oregon University student who studies abroad completes a study abroad capstone project. The purpose of the project is to prepare students for success abroad, to enhance their cultural observation skills, to facilitate their reflection on the impact of the study abroad experience once they return, and to assist them in articulating why the experience mattered.

Students may access the capstone syllabus and the assignment handouts using the links below.

Study Abroad Capstone Project syllabus and assignments, beginning summer 2013.

Syllabus

Pre-departure survey

Photo blogging assignment

Return survey

Digital Storytelling assignment (You will receive the chapters from the Digital Storytelling Cookbook to which I refer in this handout when you attend the re-entry session on your return.) 

Digital Storytelling Grading Rubric

Digital Storytelling Video Basics

Resume Assignment (to be posted soon)

Important dates--orientation and re-entry sessions

Note: Remember to register your trip with the U.S. Department of State Smart Traveler Program

Due dates for capstone project assignments are listed in the syllabus. Late assignments are not accepted.

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Contact

The Office of Study Abroad and International Exchanges phone: 503-838-8905 fax: 503-838-8089 | or e-mail: studyabroad@wou.edu