Welcome to Rochester Christian University’s semiannual Capstone Conference, where we join together to celebrate our vibrant academic community and present the academic achievements and capstone projects of dozens of Rochester Christian University students.
As is always the case, this semester’s program boasts a diversity of subject matter and a display of critical thinking as reflected in our students’ printed and electronic posters, scholarly papers, executive simulations, public relations campaigns for real-world clients, and many others.
Fall 2026 Schedule
fall 2026 Projects
Alexandria Sterling
Early Childhood Studies
Livonia, MI
My Philosophy of Education: Supporting Young Children
Caterpillar, Inc.
Alyssa Schanta
Elementary Education
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
Beyond the Curriculum: Bringing First-Grade Learning to Life
Caterpillar, Inc.
Aulenthia Matthews
Early Childhood Studies
Brownstown, MI
Teaching From Within the Heart
Caterpillar, Inc.
Bailey Weir
Theatre
Sebewaing, MI
TBA
Caterpillar, Inc.
Bela Lynn Placencia
Mass Communication
Rochester Hills, MI
TBA
Caterpillar, Inc.
Carlie Barone
Early Childhood Studies
New Baltimore, MI
TBA
Caterpillar, Inc.
Cristian Rojas
Sport Management
Imlay City, MI
Mountain State Baseball Foundation
Caterpillar, Inc.
Daniel Gjelaj
Psychology
Romeo, MI
More Than a Paycheck: The Relationship Between Financial Satisfaction and Life Satisfaction Among Adults
Caterpillar, Inc.
Deanna L. Sheehan
Mass Communication
Warren, MI
Sports Illustrated: A Game of Artificial Trust
Caterpillar, Inc.
Dylan Coleman
Management
Oak Park, MI
The Foundation Builders
Caterpillar, Inc.
Emma G. Hock
Sport Management
Imlay City, MI
Rays Of The Future PHP Inc.
Caterpillar, Inc.
Emmy Grace Cook
English
Royal Oak, MI
Logos: The Embodiment of Story
Caterpillar, Inc.
Ethan Dinanath
Accounting
North Branch, MI
A Courageous Voice
Caterpillar, Inc.
Francisco Funtanet Barradas
Financial Planning
Mexico
A Courageous Voice
Caterpillar, Inc.
Grace S. Opsommer
Accounting
Clarkston, MI
A Courageous Voice
Caterpillar, Inc.
Jake M. Nuttall
Interdisciplinary Studies
Romeo, MI
TBA
Caterpillar, Inc.
Jaya Forti
Elementary Education
Imlay City, MI
Jaya Forti’s Capstone Presentation
Caterpillar, Inc.
Johnae’ L. Kimbrough
Early Childhood Studies
Detroit, MI
Teaching with Purpose, Leading with Heart: My Philosophy of Education
Caterpillar, Inc.
Kailee M. Gallagher
Early Childhood Studies
Davisburg, MI
Philosophy of Education: Nurturing Growth Through Relationships, Learning, and Faith
Caterpillar, Inc.
Katelyn Shattuck
Management
Madison Heights, MI
A Courageous Voice
Caterpillar, Inc.
Larissa Strickland
Psychology
Shelby Township, MI
TBA
Caterpillar, Inc.
Larsen Paul Carr
Accounting
Sarasota, FL
Abiding Presence Preschool
Caterpillar, Inc.
London Nesbitt
Theatre
Rochester, MI
TBA
Caterpillar, Inc.
Mallory Paige Usakowski
Early Childhood Studies
Sterling Heights, MI
Philosophy of Education: Intentionally Teaching
Caterpillar, Inc.
Margaret Hope Elizabeth Russell
Accounting
Canton, MI
Abiding Presence Preschool
Caterpillar, Inc.
Maria Gonzalez
Early Childhood Studies
Taylor, MI
TBA
Caterpillar, Inc.
Michelle Rink
Early Childhood Studies
Shelby Township, MI
My Philosophy of Education: Supporting the Growth and Development of Young Children
Caterpillar, Inc.
Nathan Brewer
Management
Royal Oak, MI
The Courageous Crew
Caterpillar, Inc.
Nolan J. Matz
Management
Rochester Hills, MI
Abiding Presence Preschool
Caterpillar, Inc.
Noor Alhassani
Psychology
Shelby Township, MI
Literature Review
Caterpillar, Inc.
Paige Nihranz
Accounting
Lake Orion, MI
The Courageous Crew
Caterpillar, Inc.
Roxann Marchesi
Early Childhood Studies
Oxford, MI
Early Childhood Education Portfolio
Caterpillar, Inc.
Santosh N. Nilima
Early Childhood Studies
Troy, MI
TBA
Caterpillar, Inc.
Sarah Neff
Early Childhood Studies
Erie, MI
The Courageous Crew
Caterpillar, Inc.
Shelby Holyfield
Marketing
Commerce Township, MI
Abiding Presence Preschool
Caterpillar, Inc.
Soaad Karim Alhassani
Psychology
Detroit, MI
TBA
Caterpillar, Inc.
