CAPITAL YOU!
Campus News and Events | April 19, 2023
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Capital University transforms lives by empowering an inclusive community of learners through engaging academic, co-curricular, and professional experiences. |
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Help Us Bring In the Fall Class of First-Year Students |
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While the Admission team continues its work to bring in the fall 2023 class of new students, you can help, too!
Do you know of a high school student about to graduate who hasn’t chosen a college yet? Encourage them to take a look at Capital.
With the Main Street Scholarship, all accepted, full-time, first-time-in-college undergraduates (including transfer and international students) will receive a minimum award of $20,000, which is given annually and is potentially renewable for up to four years (dependent on minimum GPA requirements and full-time enrollment).
As a commitment to the affordability of a Capital University education, the Main Street Scholarship Plus covers up to full tuition and term fees for our highest achieving students with the greatest need. For incoming first-time-in-college students who are Ohio residents, have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or greater and a family income of $60,000 or less, they could qualify for a minimum award of $20,000 and possibly up to full tuition and fees. This award is potentially renewable for four years.
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Thanks to everyone who took time throughout the year to respond to the Capital You polls. Watch for new poll questions when Capital You resumes in the fall. Have a good summer! |
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Experience Science and Math This Summer |
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Are you interested in an engaging learning experience this summer? Capital is fully committed to student learning and success and we plan to offer a full range of science and mathematics courses. Summer Institute in Science and Math courses and laboratories will be taught in person or live online at scheduled times. Specific information for summer classes is available on myCAP Course Offerings.
The Summer Institute will allow you to cover a full year of coursework in eight weeks while exploring stimulating and challenging topics with professors, tutors and students from across the country.
Session 1: May 22 – June 16
Session 2: June 20 – July 17
Summer session offers an opportunity to fit some additional courses into your year – whether you are trying to graduate ahead of schedule, catch-up to an existing plan, or make room in your schedule for additional courses. Also, for Capital students, summer courses count toward your GPA, so this is also a great opportunity to retake a course if you would like to improve your GPA.
We know that your summer plans may feel up in air. We still recommend that you apply now to hold your spot. If your plans change, don’t worry. You can cancel for a full refund any time before the start of classes.
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Summer Classes at Capital |
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Summer sessions at Capital offer students the opportunity to complete a semester course in seven weeks with reduced undergraduate tuition. As a Capital student, summer courses count toward your GPA, so this is also a great opportunity to retake a course if you would like to improve your GPA. Students can register for the Summer 2023 semester right now on myCAP.
- Online classes available!
- Summer tuition is substantially discounted at $540 per credit hour compared to $1377 per credit hour in the 23-24 academic year.
- Smaller class sizes, one-on-one support from a faculty member with direct access to experts!
- Access to Academic Success resources like academic coaching, tutoring, and the writing center.
- Grades count toward your Capital GPA!
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Call for Summer Stories from Faculty and Staff |
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This summer we’re looking to highlight faculty and staff with exciting hobbies for a special series in Capital Stories! Are you a world-class baker that makes yummy treats for friends and family? Do you have a goal this summer to become a certified scuba diver? Did you get a grant for a research project that will change the course of your career? Whatever gets you out of bed in the morning, we want to hear about it! Please email Rebecca Mohr at rmohr@capital.edu for more information. |
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World Premiere of 'Dark Matters' |
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Make plans to experience the world premiere of “Dark Matters,” a commissioned work for choir and piano featuring Capital University’s Chapel Choir and Choral Union and conducted by Lynda Hasseler, director of Choral Activities. Showcasing the work of poet Samiya Bashir and composer Joel Thompson, this work also features a performance by guest artist Karen Slack. The event is free and open to the public.
Saturday, April 29
7:30 p.m.
Mees Hall
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Commencement Volunteer Opportunities |
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We are in need of volunteers to assist in making the 2023 undergraduate commencement a memorable experience for the graduating class. There will be two sessions on Saturday, May 13: 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Any student, faculty or staff member can participate. Register here or contact Robert Fleming, volunteer coordinator, at rfleming@capital.edu for more information.
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Student Study Abroad in Italy |
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Interested in traveling to Italy for 10 days in May 2024? Learn about a study abroad trip to experience “A Taste of Italy” with Keirsten Moore, hosted by EF College Study. Attend one of the two information sessions to learn more about the trip, including dates, cost, payment, fundraising options, and a potential spring 2024 class connected to it.
Thursday, April 20
3 to 3:50 p.m.
Blackmore Library Room 115
Monday, April 24
10 to 10:50 a.m.
Blackmore Library Room 119
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Sending a Message Into the Future |
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Using standards set by the Smithsonian Institution, materials were gathered and a time capsule was placed in the Convergent Media Center on April 6. The time capsule commemorates the 2016 completion of the building and contains items such as a University Fact Book and coins minted that same year, Capital history books, and various materials showing student life.
“It’s an intergenerational Capital project,” said Andy Carlson, professor of History. “Historians are always looking for primary sources about the past, but in the case of a time capsule, you’re sending a message into the future.”
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The Schumacher Gallery is showcasing its annual “What Were You Wearing?” Sexual Assault Education and Prevention exhibit through April 26.
Please join us to unlearn one of our culture’s most prevalent rape myths. This exhibit features narratives and re-creations of outfits based on experiences answering this frequently asked question of survivors. This event occurs yearly during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Located on the fourth floor of Blackmore Library, the Schumacher Gallery is open Monday through Friday from 12 to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from 1 to 4:30 p.m.; or by appointment. Admission is free.
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Tuesday, April 25
12 to 6 p.m.
Student Union
Everyone will receive a T-shirt for their blood donation! The American Red Cross is urging donors of all blood types to give.
- Type O negative is the universal blood type and what emergency room personnel reach for when there is no time to determine the blood type of patients in the most serious situations.
- Type O positive is the most transfused blood type and can be transfused to Rh-positive patients of any blood type.
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Bexley DEI and Bexley Minority Parents Alliance donated a Yoshio cherry tree and participated in a tree planting ceremony on Capital’s Bexley campus last week. The tree was presented as a symbol of Capital’s support of “creating an inclusive and friendly community." Bexley DEI and BMPA committee member Akisa Fukuzawa, M.B.A. '06, presented Mikayla Carter, associate director of Capital’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Office, with a Certificate of Participation in the Tree Planting Project, which is in partnership with the Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival. |
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What's Your Project Indigo Story? |
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The Project Indigo leadership team is looking for your Project Indigo story. We are interested in learning how our students, faculty, and staff are using their iPad in learning, co-curricular and work-related activities. This past fall we shared Project Indigo Stories from Athletics, Nursing, Art, and the Conservatory, but we are looking to share additional ways you are incorporating your iPad into your college life! If you have an idea to share, please reach out to Susan Hunter, director of Marketing at imc@capital.edu.
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Changing Campus Culture Survey |
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Members of the University community recently received an email about participating in the Ohio Department of Higher Education’s Changing Campus Culture survey to gauge student and employee experiences on campus. This is completely voluntary and you can quit the survey at any time. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete. Please complete the survey by Friday, April 28.
Trigger Warning: Some of the questions in this survey use specific language regarding behaviors related to unwanted sexual contact. We recognize that questions ask about personal and sexual information that might be emotionally difficult to answer. You may leave the survey at any time by simply clicking out of the window.
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CHIMES AWARDS
The Chimes staff received several awards from the Ohio News Media Association during its Columbus convention March 30.
- The layout team received a second place for print page design in Division B.
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Managing Editor Ava Boldizar, senior, was awarded a third place for In-Depth Reporting in Division B for her coverage of Covid-19 at Capital University.
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Social Media Editor Kevin Capron, senior, earned a third place in Photojournalism in Division B for his photo of a protest.
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BROWN PUBLISHES BOOK
Law School Professor Mark Brown recently published “Section 1983 Litigation,” a book for the LexisNexis Civil Rights & Strategy Series. “Section 1983 Litigation” takes the mystery out of civil rights actions and makes section 1983 accessible to practicing lawyers. The book is a product of teaching several Civil Rights courses and incorporates approximately 30 years' worth of Brown’s experience in the Civil Rights field.
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SUMMER HOURS 2023
The end of a challenging yet successful academic year is fast approaching. Capital University recognizes that employees appreciate the opportunity to work an adjusted schedule in the summer. Therefore, we will once again adjust our office hours for the summer to 9 a.m. through 4 p.m. daily. All employees will still be paid for their full work day. For clarity, this means any vacation days taken during this time also equate to a normal full work day.
Summer hours will be in effect as follows:
Bexley Campus
Monday, May 15, through Friday, Aug. 11
Trinity and the Law School:
Monday, May 22, through Friday, Aug. 11
Scheduling needs may vary by department to continue to meet the various needs across the University during the summer. A consistent level of campus safety, service to our students, and functionality of campus facilities must be maintained, so supervisors should coordinate staff scheduling with the appropriate vice president to ensure their constituencies are well served.
Thank you for your continued hard work and service to Capital University!
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STUDENT EMPLOYMENT SPRING TO SUMMER TRANSITION
ALL student employment positions will be terminated at the end of the spring semester on May 14.
The last biweekly pay period for students is May 1 through May 14, to be paid on Friday, May 19.
New hire requests will need to be completed for summer jobs! Summer student positions begin on or after May 15.
Watch for an email communication soon from Steve Szczepaniak with more details.
Also, if you have any semester-end stipends for students, please submit your Student Payroll Payment Requests to Steve Szczepaniak at sszczepaniak@capital.edu with appropriate signatures before the end of the corresponding pay period.
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