As this report notes, several areas stand in need of study, development, or improvement. Most crucially, the performance of international writers needs thorough investigation. Currently, there is no WSU faculty member with that expertise. The situation of transfer students also needs study. Further ways need to be found to make sure students take the Portfolio on time.
Procrastination is high and undercuts the educational intent of the examination.
Otherwise, no substantive change in format or procedure is recommended. Currently, the University Writing Portfolio is solidly ensconced. It has entered into the consciousness of the student body and become part of the climate of writing at Washington State. All other signs, including performance results and faculty reaction, indicate that this innovative assessment procedure is working as intended. The main future action should be to maintain the procedure and its standards.