This course initiates the capstone process. Students submit and defend their capstone proposal for their capstone project leading to the DSW degree as agreed upon per the student and capstone instructors. Capstone projects must include an original research project completed from start to finish. The project should advance practice at micro, mezzo, and/or macro levels, as well address higher education and/or professional leadership. The underpinnings of the project must include anti-oppressive, anti-racist, and social justice aims. Capstone projects must be approved prior to student registering for SW 810 and SW 811.