Recurring Events
Each week you have the opportunity to attend a wide range of events and activities that bring all corners of the Capstone Scholars Program together outside of the classroom. Events focus on:
- Community and Connection
- Leadership
- Career Readiness and Professional Development
- Global Learning
- Undergraduate Research
- Service
Check out our calendar to see what we have in store for you this semester!
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Hot Cookie Friday
A signature Capstone Scholars social event where you connect with your other Capstone Scholars, staff and campus partners while enjoying delicious cookies and fun activities
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Lunch and Learn
Enjoy lunch with faculty from different disciplines to engage in conversations allowing you to explore career pathways while building valuable mentoring relationships
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Community Service
Serve the Columbia and campus community through hands-on experiences with other Capstone Scholars while developing leadership and civic responsibility
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Leadership
Take advantage of leadership and professional development, from team-building activities to career readiness workshops. These help you to stand out on resumes and in interviews
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Explore Columbia
Tube or kayak down the river, experience the Riverbanks Zoo, visit the Soda City Market with your classmates and more! Take advantage of events aimed at connecting you to Columbia
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Coffee Connections
Enjoy a free coffee while connecting with peers and Capstone Scholars staff to share goals, build connections and learn about opportunities on campus
Upcoming Events
Capstone Scholars: Capstone Fellows Interest Session
Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2026
Location: Russell House University Union 203
Cost: 0
Capstone Scholars: Coffee Connections
Friday, Mar. 27, 2026
Location: See Description for Event Location.
Cost: Free
Capstone Scholars: Coffee Connections
Friday, Apr. 17, 2026
Location: See Description for Event Location.
Cost: Free