Student-Driven Innovation at the U.S. Census Bureau: Capstone Projects in Action

Description

Join us for an informative training led by Census Bureau subject matter experts who will share a capstone project playbook built from lessons learned across our academic partnerships. This session will guide academic institutions in designing effective, data‑driven student capstone projects using Census Bureau statistics and tools. Participants will walk away with practical strategies, proven practices, and actionable steps to support student success. Whether you are new to Census data or looking to enhance existing curricula, this webinar offers valuable insights to strengthen academic programming. Let us help you empower students to leverage federal data with confidence.

Presenters

Emily Molfino, Ph.D., Acting Chief Quality Program and Open Census Lead, Research and Methodology Division, U.S. Census Bureau 

Renee Ellis, Ph.D., Interdisciplinary Research Coordinator, Center of Behavioral Science Methods, U.S. Census Bureau

Census Bureau Higher Education Consortium

The Census Bureau Higher Education Consortium (CBHEC) is a nationwide network dedicated to strengthening how the U.S. Census Bureau partners with the full spectrum of higher education institutions. To learn more, please visit www.census.gov/cbhec or contact us at [email protected]. 

Thursday, November 5, 2026

Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. ET

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