My CGS: A Q&A with Faith Rynda

Faith Rynda (CGS ’20, CAS ’22) is a sophomore who is passionate about politics, travel, and being an active member of the CGS community. We spoke with her about her her internship in Gov. Charlie Baker’s office and her advice for getting the most out of CGS.

Students present undergraduate research projects

The Center for Interdisciplinary Teaching & Learning offers undergraduates an opportunity to partner with College of General Studies faculty on research projects. During the Undergraduate Research Forum on Feb. 4, seven students presented their research to Mike Gould, the donor that made that work possible. Gould said to the students, he “wants people to grow and thought this would be an opportunity to challenge yourself.” 

2019 Capstone Award Winners

On October 18, Boston University College of General Studies celebrated the outstanding students who received awards for the Capstone projects they completed last May. The Capstone award is given annually to the team of students who present the best overall Capstone paper and defense. It is the highest honor bestowed upon a College of General Studies student for an academic project.

Recognizing Outstanding Students at Capstone Turn-In

  Each year, every CGS student gathers in the Jacob Sleeper Auditorium to celebrate a CGS tradition– the Capstone turn-in. Second-year students officially turn in their Capstone projects, the final product of two years of interdisciplinary education and weeks of diligent research and teamwork. CGS also takes the opportunity to recognize students who have excelled in […]

Award-Winning Capstone Projects: The South China Sea

Team W’s award-winning Capstone project focused on U.S. foreign policy in the South China Sea. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe administration has expanded the role of Japan’s Self-Defense Forces, increased Japan’s missile capabilities, and taken a more aggressive stand against China’s expansion into the South Pacific. How should the U.S. respond?

Award-Winning Capstone Projects: Meltdown In The Middle East

How can we prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons? Focusing on the question of what the United States should do about the U.S.-Iran nuclear deal of 2015, this award-winning Capstone project identified deficiencies in the treaty but opposed withdrawing from the deal.

Award-Winning Capstones: Creating a Sustainable Transit System

Taking on the name TransitMatters, Team R’s award-winning Capstone project offered a clear and thorough plan of action for the MBTA to improve its service and plan for the future. Focused on short-term and long-term solutions, the team examined subway systems around the world—constructing a plan of action that stretches 50 years into the future.

#My100Days: Self-Reflection

Phoebe Bobola (CGS’18, CAS’20) used her gap semester for self-reflection and growth: “The semester that I had off really helped me lay down the foundation of myself and become more comfortable with who I was as an adult before I made the transition into college.”

#My100Days: Focusing On Your Passions

A gap semester can give you the space to try something new, reflect on your identity, pursue a hobby or a passion project, or just spend more time doing things that you love and enjoy. Here’s how some students used their gap semester to focus on personal enrichment.