Some liked idea. Consensus was that we should encourage students to take a more active role in their learning. Must focus on advising as a necessary component for such efforts. Consensus that negotiating an academic plan is a good idea. Acknowledgment that faculty can be traditional and reluctant to change.
Projects are very valuable.
Writing a report, making a presentation, dealing with current issues, are all important. Departments can decide which kinds of activities will qualify. Students should do more than one project. There was agreement that a capstone would be desirable within the major with no new units if there is assurance of adequate financial backing, with a choice of project as appropriate. Not one thing for everyone in every discipline.