Conference Session

Launching Successful Academic Careers

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven Fleishman, Western Washington University; Janet Braun, Western Washington University

Tagged Divisions

New Engineering Educators

betterunderstanding of the general university requirements (GUR’s) and overall degree requirementswas obtained. Prior to this, lack of available time and exposure to programs outside of our ownhas precluded a complete comprehension of program requirements outside of our functionaldepartment. While university requirements are typically indicated in course catalogs or online, aset of standard guidelines or an SOP could benefit the less experienced teacher and help makethe process more efficient. Additionally, the development of an organizational “flow chart” forthe overall advising process may be helpful when facing questions that are outside of theimmediate program jurisdiction, to aid students and advisors in determining the most effectivepath to follow for