Joe Mehlmann

Edward, Excellent point which is also why the rules require timely feedback to students (i.e. At the midpoint or at least every 8 weeks whichever is shorter) JP Mehlmann

David, Thank you for your post. This is a challenging area. Note that temporary instructors require notification to the TWC and must meet the criteria required of regular faculty. A variance is also for regular (non-temporary) faculty so, generally a variance is for someone you believe is capable of teaching the course but falls shot of the required criteria. Variance requests should be the exception. JP Mehlmann

John, Thanks again for you posts. The big difference between the "placed" and "not placed" definitions with the TWC are that Placed is where the graduate states (on completer survey form or via phone) that the school directly helped them get their job in their field of study and; "not placed" is when the graduate indicates that they obtained the job without direct assistance from the school. The biggest challenge in obtaining graduate cooperation is not the follow up after graduation, but the overall relationship with the student starting at the beginning of their studies. JP Mehlmann

Darlene, Thanks for your posting. Progress must be evaluated at least every 8 weeks. In addition to a CGPA of 2.0, the student must achieve a passing grade on all required subjects in order to graduate. JP Mehlmann

Darlene, Also, you can always call TWC CSC staff for any questions regarding applications. Thanks! JP Mehlmann

John, Thank you for your post. One resource that is often overlooked when completing a new/revised program application is the TWC CSC staff. If you have any questions about an application or the supporting documentation needed, TWC CSC staff are available to discuss, prior to sending in the application. JP Mehlmann

Darlene, You may also want to look at the TWC CSC rules on temporary instructors to ensure that your in compliance with any temporary/summer hires. Thanks, JP Mehlmann

Hello Darlene, Thanks for your post. Part of the forum question asks "how do you determine P or N (not placed)?" The short of it is that this determined from the completer survey completed by the graduate OR, the career services person can document the graduate's answer to the question over the phone. JP Mehlmann

John, Thank you for your post. Those are good examples. The key is documentation and make a strong case that the person is capable to teach the subject. Variance requests should only be used in exceptional circumstances, including for programs where candidates are unlikely to meet the criteria due to the nature of the career field. JP Mehlmann