CWI Compass Connect - June 12, 2018
Spotlight
CWI welcomed future students to campus today for New Student Orientation. New this year, students enrolling for fall semester had the opportunity to meet with advisors, register for classes, learn about services and resources available and engage with staff and faculty. In addition it’s a great way to meet fellow incoming students and visit campus before classes start.
News Highlights
Business Students and Faculty Shine
It was a banner year for College of Western Idaho (CWI) Business students and faculty. Students shined in the nationwide business exams from Peregrine Academic Services — performing better than their peers in the region. In addition, the faculty and program were recognized by a national accreditation body.
"We are extremely proud of our business students," said Shelly Moore, Department Chair for Business. "They continue to outperform because of strong commitment to succeed and their willingness to work hard to achieve their goals."
Known as the Business Administration Comprehensive Exam, the tests cover several topics including, Accounting, Business Fundamentals, Economics, and Statistics. CWI's business students were measured against students at public and private, four-year universities and colleges, as well as community colleges that also had regional accreditation. CWI Business students achieved five to 15 percent higher scores in each category of Business Administration.
The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Associate Degree Board of Commissioners awarded CWI accreditation of its Business program. The accreditation evaluates aspects of leadership, strategic planning, relationships with stakeholders, quality of academic programs, faculty credentials, and educational support to determine whether or not the program offers a rigorous, educational experience and demonstrates continuous, quality improvement.
“College of Western Idaho has shown its commitment to teaching excellence and to the process of quality improvement by participating in the accreditation process,” said ACBSP Chief Accreditation Officer, Dr. Steve Parscale, who will present the Certificate of Accreditation at the ACBSP Conference 2018 in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 10.
Degree Plans Support Student Success
Student Advising and Success has been hard at work and proud to report 100 percent approved degree plans for students enrolled during Spring 2018 semester! Approved degree plans provide students a pathway to their academic and career goals and are tailored to fit each student’s unique situation.
Students work with a Student Success Advisor specializing in their specific major to create a plan that will allow them to optimize their academic journey. Approved degree plans help facilitate registration as required courses are mapped out for each semester. Students can also view a timeline for degree completion, update their plan as needed, and clearly track which courses are remaining. The creation of degree plans to support student success is an awesome addition to the student experience. Student Advising and Success is looking forward to continuing to work with students in developing their plans and realizing their educational dreams.
