Connect to Community: Capstone Program

Cupola atop a building on the Molloy University campus

Capstone: Connect to community offers inclusive classes for individuals seeking to connect to their community for meaningful opportunities for personal growth, connection, and long-term professional relationships.

Capstone classes introduce and guide participants through extensive explorations of community assets, services, and internships opportunities. The ultimate goals of the classes are: 1) to gain meaningful, local connections, 2) gain skills for life in tech, language finance 3) establish professional relationships and mentors. The Capstone classes integrate language arts, technology, finance, budgeting, independence, and growth. The classes are designed to expose the individuals to the community through lecture, field trips, guest speakers and differentiated curriculum.

 Requirement:

  • Must complete the Capstone Application and provide all necessary documentation.

      Applications are accepted January 10th to May 1st for the following year.

Typical day at CAPSTONE (2X a week: Tues + Thurs)

9:30 AM

Arrive on Campus

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Class 1

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Break for lunch

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Class 2

Classes are held at Molloy’s RVC Campus, following the Molloy undergraduate calendar.

To contact Capstone Coordinators please email mostcoordinators@gmail.com

FALL

Tuesday/Thursday 10:00-11:30am                 

Capstone 1:  Making a Difference in the World Around Me
(14 week: September 14- December 16)
Tuition: $1,600 
Faculty: Professor O'Donnell

Tuesday/Thursday 12:30-2:00pm                 

Capstone 2:  Harnessing Strength
(14 week: September 14- December 16)
Tuition: $1,600
Faculty: Dr Farsajany, Dr  Sheenan 

Capstone: Connect to Community

WINTER

Tuesday/Thursday 10:00-2:00pm              

Capstone 3: Wellness Seminar
(2 Week: January 5- January 13)
Tuition: $800
Faculty: Dr Farsajany,  Professor Calovitto 

 

SPRING

Tuesday/Thursday 10:00-11:30am                 

Capstone 4: Networking: Making an Impact with Professionalism and Community Outreach
(14 week: January 14- May 14)
Tuition: $1,600
Faculty: Professor O Donnell,Professor Gibbons 

Tuesday/Thursday 12:30-2:00pm                 

Capstone 5: Opening New Worlds: Self Advocacy
(14 week: January 14- May 14)
Tuition: $1,600
Faculty: Dr Sheenan  Dr Farsajany 

Capstone Course Descriptions
Click here for the Capstone course descriptions.

Admission Criteria
Applicants to the Capstone Program should have completed some prevocational training or have had some higher educational experience. This program is designed for young adults seeking to connect to their community and form professional relationships. This class will have a maximum of 12 students in order to foster class rapport and warm learning atmosphere. It is suggested applicants take both courses offered in the Fall, Winter, & Spring to maximize connections to community and peers.

For an application to the program please email: mostcoordinators@gmail.com 

Questions?
If you have questions regarding the program or the admissions process, please email: mostcoordinators@gmail.com.