Capstone Eligibility Requirements
- PART A -
DUE BY DECEMBER 1st
In order to fulfill graduation requirements, all Department of Sport Management majors must meet the following criteria to take SPM 455—Senior Capstone Experience:
Capstone Eligibility:
1. Complete all 200- and 300-level SPM core courses as outlined on Student Check Sheet and undergraduate catalog
2. Complete a minimum of one (1) 400-level SPM core course (SPM 415 or SPM 444)
3. Attain senior academic standing by completing a minimum of 84 credit hours earned toward graduation
4. Have no more than 19 credits remaining before graduation (excluding the 12 Capstone credits)
5. Complete SPM 455—Senior Capstone Experience during one of the final two semesters
6. It is recommended that you complete at least two (2) internships/experiential opportunities outside the classroom
With extenuating circumstances, where the student requests to enroll in SPM455-Senior Capstone Experience at a time other than the final two semesters, a petition must be submitted consisting of the following:
· Meet with Capstone Coordinator to assess the specific situation and evaluate the need, if advised by Capstone Coordinator, additional paperwork below is required:
1. written letter of justification detailing the rationale and extenuating circumstances necessitating the need to enroll in SPM 455 at a different time
2. a completed petition form.
Note: Capstone Review Committee will evaluate petitions and notify students of the final decision.
Other Requirements:
1. Attend a mandatory Senior Capstone Experience meeting in the semester prior to the Senior Capstone, in order to officially enroll for SPM 455 – Senior Capstone Experience
2. Capstone should be taken while a team or league’s sport is in its active season or be associated with a sport-specific organization
3. All Capstone experiences are subject to approval by the capstone faculty, capstone coordinator, and undergraduate director
Note: Students must complete all capstone requirements (i.e. presentation; portfolio; journal; timesheets, evaluations - as outlined in the capstone packet) during their capstone semester unless given approval prior to registration.
Obtaining a Senior Capstone Experience is the responsibility of the student. The Faculty Advisor and the Capstone Coordinator will work with the student to offer professional guidance whenever needed.
I have read and understand the above requirements.
Student Signature (actual signature – electronic signatures not accepted) Date
Eligibility Verification - PART B (please type)
Include: Resume Cover Letter Capstone Bio (send via email to )
Student Contact Information
Name: SUID: Cell Phone: E-mail:
Undergraduate Academic Progress Information:
Anticipated Graduation Semester:
# of Credits completed toward degree (including in progress/current semester):
If you have not completed the required SPM courses, per your academic advisement report, you may NOT enroll in the Senior Capstone Experience. Please mark all completed or in progress courses.
SPM 201 Professional Development in SPM SPM 345 Technology in Sport
SPM 205 Intro to Sport Management SPM 365 Sport Economics
SPM 215 Principles of Sales in Sport SPM 395 Psycho-Social Issues in Sport
SPM 225 Managing the Sport Organization SPM 415 Sport Law
SPM 295 Research Methodology SPM 444 Sport Marketing
SPM 325 Sport Communication
Describe sectors of Interest:
List at least four potential capstone organizations and provide a brief explanation of what you have done to pursue these opportunities (provide separate sheet if needed).
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To Be Completed By Your SPM Advisor:
Intended semester and year student is planning to complete SPM 455:
Fall Spring Summer
I have discussed the student’s Senior Capstone Experience interests and plans; and verified that the student has completed all required SPM courses and is eligible to go out during their intended semester.
Faculty Academic Advisor Signature Date
Capstone Coordinator Signature Date