Writing Assessment Office
Junior Writing Portfolio
The Timed Writing Exam
Sign up for the timed write you prefer at the Writing Assessment Office (VMMC Ground Floor Reception Area) or via e-mail at writingassessment@vancouver.wsu.edu. Space is limited, so sign up early!
Please bring a picture ID, preferably your WSU Vancouver ID card, and two pens. We will supply the necessary forms and Blue Books. We will also provide a dictionary and thesaurus for your use. The exam begins promptly, so plan to arrive a few minutes before the scheduled time.
While you cannot "study" for the Timed Writing Exam, you can look at the criteria listed at the bottom of the Writing Portfolio Packet available in the Bookie. This list will give you an idea of what qualities the readers are looking for in your writing. The Packet also provides detailed instructions for completing the Portfolio requirement.
You can address any questions to the WSU Vancouver Writing Assessment Office (VMMC Ground Floor Reception Area) or by calling (360) 546-9260.
If you have a writing portfolio registration hold, you must now complete the timed write BEFORE your hold is released.
For Spring 2008 registration, the Timed Writing Exam is given on the following dates and times. Please arrive promptly at the beginning of the session
DATE |
START TIME |
END TIME |
ROOM |
Monday, April 21 |
1:00 P.M. |
3:00 P.M. |
VMMC 6 |
Questions about the junior portfolio or writing placement can be directed to Katherine Olson at 360-546-9260 or at writingassessment@vancouver.wsu.edu.
The Portfolio Packet
The Packet consists of three samples of your writing that you have completed for three different college-level courses.
To complete the Packet, follow these steps:
Step 1: Purchase a Writing Portfolio envelope at the campus bookstore (approx. $1) or download the required forms from the Pullman Writing Program Office:
- Form 1: To be taped on the outside of a 10" x 13" envelope. You must provide an envelope.
- Form 2: 1 for each submission.
Step 3: Fill out a cover sheet for each selection. Cover sheets are provided in the envelope or are available to download on this site.
Step 4: Ask the instructor who assigned and graded the paper to sign the cover sheet as "Acceptable" or "Outstanding."
If the instructor is unavailable to sign the cover sheet (i.e. transfer paper), an email from the instructor will be an acceptable alternative and should include verification that the paper is your work and deserves a rating of "Acceptable" or "Outstanding." Print the email and attach it to a cover sheet.
Step 5: Turn in the Packet to your campus Writing Portfolio office.