APEX 2025

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JOIN US AT APEX Showcase - April 16, 2025!

SMC Capstone

Capstone is the final course of our Camak Core professional development concentration where students implement a project to apply the knowledge and career skills they have gained through SMC's innovative Bachelor’s degree programs.

This project-based learning experience culminates at the APEX Showcase, the grand finale of the students' capstone projects. Join us to see the top three presentations and network with our seniors to find out what they have to offer the workforce as they graduate!

DYK? All SMC Bachelor's degree students complete 18 credit hours of professional development courses!
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APEX SHOWCASE >> Open Invitation

Who? SMC Community, Local Employers, & Professionals

When? Wed. April 16, 2025 | 3:30-5:30pm

>> 3:30PM Final Presentations & 4:30PM Networking Hour

Where? Ellis Hall, Gibbs Lobby & Auditorium

What? Showcase is an in-person networking and presentation event where local employers and organizations are invited to SMC's campus to meet with our graduating Capstone seniors and hear from this year's top three finalists. Students will share about their projects in a high-top setup and network with you to show off their career skills.


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MEET OUR STUDENTS & LEARN MORE ABOUT THEIR PROJECTS!Our students will present their projects prior at an internal event, and the Top 3 will present on the mainstage at APEX Showcase! ALL students listed below will attend the networking hour, where you can learn more!

*Students are listed by Project Category: Start-Up Businesses, Nonprofit, Youth Development,
Community Enrichment, Educational, & Awareness Based Projects.


Start-Up Businesses


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Abby Arnold

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Business, Psychology

"AA Creations" is Handmade Jewelry that is made for anyone and everyone at an affordable price.

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Morgan Beabout

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, English

"The MB Film Company" is a production crew that produces short films to garner attention for aspiring filmmakers in the upstate of South Carolina.

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Cole Finley

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

"Coleman’s Cookbook" provides people that are new to cooking with easy, healthy, and tasty recipes making cooking less stressful.

Connect with Cole

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Ruger Kay

BA in Business Administration
Accounting

“Pioneer Delivery” is an on-campus food delivery system that aims to keep students and professors engaged in their work by giving them the opportunity to order meals with the press of a button.

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Layla Leverette

BA in Business Administration
Management & Entrepreneurship

“UniVibes Dorm Decor” is a social media account that inspires & helps college students create a stylish, unique, affordable and space-efficient living environment.

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Larissa Lopez

BA in Business Administration
Management & Entrepreneurship

“Lashes & Brows by Lari” a small business that focuses on helping others feel good about themselves. Providing Eyelash extensions and several eyebrow services.

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Mauricio Mendoza

BA in Psychology

“360 Memories” is a start-up business that allows for a full 360 photoshoot and software designed to help enhance the experience of the video and props to liven up the moment are included in the services.

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Phillip Palmer

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
History, Religion

“Let’s Stop Food Waste" focuses on redirecting excess food from different restaurants to composting, reducing waste, and promoting environmental sustainability through responsible food management.

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Madelyn Solesbee

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

"Cake Pops by Maddy" is a cake pop business that aims to sell decorative and delicious cake pops for special events or individual consumption. 

Connect with Madelyn

Nonprofit Projects


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Rebekah Androshick

BA in Business Administration
Accounting

"The Molly Foundation" is about informing German Shepherd owners about hip/joint dysplasia within German Shepherd, along with ways to combat those issues.

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Natalie Davis

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

"One Small Seed" will partner with a local environmentalist group to plant trees in the community.

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Victoria Farr

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

“Adjust Your Crown” is a Christian-based, interactive workshop designed to improve self-esteem, self-love, confidence, and sense of empowerment among individuals who have experienced domestic abuse or trauma.

Connect with Victoria

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Bryson Summers

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Religion

"Rev up for Kids" is a Car & Truck show where the community can gather and have the proceeds go to the Shriners Hospital for Children.

Connect with Bryson

Youth Development Projects


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Alea Drummond

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

"Inspiring Minds" will be collaborating with Kids Club Upstate to promote their organization and mission to anyone interested in majoring in education or working with children in their career field.

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Sydney Cannon

BA in Psychology

“Lead Forward” aims to create strong future leaders by focusing on building confidence, relationship skills, and self development adeptness.

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Bella Kinard

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
English, Psychology

"Cuties for Cuties" is an event to educate and inform children about the importance of fruits and vegetables through explanations and fun games to help their memory.

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Tripp Melton

BA in Business Administration
Accounting

“Upward at the Springs” is a children's ministry program at Holly Springs Baptist Church that allows kids to participate in basketball or cheer while learning about God.

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Madison McCall

BA in Psychology

“You Are Worth It” gives children in foster care an opportunity to experience love, support and guidance through six weeks of mentoring, tutoring, and growing in self-esteem and confidence.

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Marc Mixtega

BA in Psychology

"Beyond Boundaries" helps ESL students to come out of their shells to accomplish new tasks in life.

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Jose Pacheco

BA in Business Administration
Management & Entrepreneurship

"Ignite" is a youth development program that ignites an academic or athletic passion for young students rather than our youth indulging into social media.

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Erica Orozco

BA in Psychology

"Unity4Kids" is an awareness based event that ensures support and resources for neurodivergent children to create a more inclusive and equitable experience.

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Peyton Robbins

BA in Psychology

"Break the Cycle" is an awareness based event to empower young girls with the knowledge of the difference between dating violence and a healthy relationship as well as the resources available to help.

Connect with Peyton

Community Enrichment Projects


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Cecilia Blair

BA in Business Administration
Accounting

“Campus Cuisine Committee” is a student-led group that aims to further connect the student body with the SMC cafeteria and its staff.

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Jade Gilliam

BA in Business Administration
Management & Entrepreneurship

"Enhancing Public Transportantion" focuses on improving Spartanburg's public transportation by increasing accessibility, reliability, and safety, with a particular emphasis on addressing the needs of students.

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Qyalan Gist

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

A "National Night Out" is an event hosting both law enforcement officials and the surrounding community to bond for a chance to improve the relationship between each other.

Connect with Qyalan

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Noemi Jaimes

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
English, Psychology

“We are the Culture” Is a project that will give children of the Hispanic/Latino community an opportunity to connect with their roots and learn about different cultures from different countries through the art of dance.

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Kyndal Smith

BA in Psychology

"Horizon Skills" aims to offer meaningful support to those around me, fostering a sense of unity and empowerment. This project seeks to make a positive impact and contribute to the well-being of my community.

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Demajae Smith

BA in Psychology

"Minority Minds" is a project designed to heal and improve minority mental health for college age individuals through art, mental health education, and networking. 

Connect with Demajae

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Emily Caro

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

Coming Soon!

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Zachary Jensen

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
English, Psychology

Coming Soon!

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John Wilson

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
English, History

“The Spartanburg Writers Round” is an opportunity for local, college-aged musicians to share their work, grow their confidence, gain performance experience, and expand their network.

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Educational Projects


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Bre Foster

BA in Business Administration
Accounting

“Lessons in Home Ec” is a hands-on project that challenges gender stereotypes and teaches male students domestic skills that their female counterparts are perceived to have before attending college.

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Tyrelle Greene

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

"Dorm Room Delights" is a social media platform about cooking safely in a microwave specifically for a dorm room setting.

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Nelson Howard

BA in Psychology

"Mental Health Matters" educates students on the importance of taking care of their own mental health and educating them on the tools they have to help them.

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Reaghan Lee

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

"Connected Threads" is an event to educate people about the effects of fast fashion on our community, while also raising awareness for the homeless in Spartanburg. Raising donations and clothing for our community.

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Raven McCarroll

BA in Psychology

"Peace is Mind" project goal is to teach people meditation, a different and holistic coping skill to help people deal with everyday stress. 

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Wesley Palmer

BA in Business Administration
Management & Entrepreneurship

"Building Worlds" in a hybrid class and event in where people can come to learn about fantasy storytelling and world building in and form relationships with like minded people in a safe space.

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Francesco Molinar

BA in Business Administration
Marketing & Sales

"New Horizons" is a project that helps international students to understand what is it to come to the U.S and by helping them, keep their mental health stable.

Connect with Francesco

Awareness Projects


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Lizbeth
Gonzalez-Zuniga

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

"Gear Up 4 Stress" is a car show event that brings people together that share a common passion by creating a supportive environment for mental health awareness in the community.

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Brianna Marx

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

“Eyes on the Neighborhood” focuses on bringing neighbors together to create a safer community through volunteer efforts, open communication, and close collaboration with local law enforcement.

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Kaylee Johnson

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
Criminal Justice, Psychology

"Rise Above Violence" is a project that will help students understand the meaning of domestic violence and the different types that are involved with domestic abuse, how to prevent it, and how to see the early signs. 

Connect with Kaylee

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Anthony Starling

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies
English, History

"Bringing Back Local" is an instagram account meant to help local businesses by reviewing and spreading the word to local college students.

Connect with Anthony

ABOUT CAMAK CORE & OUR SMC STUDENTsLearn more about our Camak Core professional development program
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See You at APEX Showcase April 16, 2025!
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