Get Honors Faculty Information Book - West Texas A&m University

Filling out the Honors Faculty Information Book is a crucial step for faculty wishing to propose courses abroad. This guide provides you with a comprehensive overview of each section of the form, ensuring that you submit a complete and accurate proposal.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your proposal form.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering the course number and title in the designated fields. Ensure that these are accurate and align with the course offerings of the West Texas A&M University catalog.
3. Input the number of credits this course will offer. This is important for determining students' workloads and academic requirements.
4. Specify the program dates. Clearly outline the start and end dates of the proposed course abroad.
5. Fill in the location where the course will take place. Providing specific and relevant details will strengthen your proposal.
6. Indicate who is proposing the course. Enter both your name and any other faculty members involved in the proposal.
7. List the departments involved in this course proposal. This collaboration emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of the proposal.
8. Select the term for which the course proposal is being submitted. Circle one of the provided options: Winter Intersession, Summer II, Fall, Intersession, Summer I, or Spring.
9. Detail any course prerequisites if there are any specific academic requirements for students wishing to enroll.
10. Input the required GPA for prospective students. This helps to set academic standards for course enrollment.
11. Write a full course description that aligns with the West Texas A&M University catalog. Use additional sheets if necessary to justify offering the course abroad.
12. Outline the course objectives clearly. These will guide the learning outcomes expected from students.
13. Explain the rationale for travel. Clearly state why the chosen location is pertinent to the course and what benefits it offers to students.
14. List any assigned texts and readings. Attach a syllabus detailing objectives and necessary materials, if required.
15. Provide your name and signature as the faculty leader. Ensure that the signatures of any other supporting faculty members are also included.
16. Gather additional information regarding any organizations or institutions involved in the program. This adds credibility to your proposal.
17. If arrangements have been made with a travel agent or tour provider, include their contact information here.
18. Mention any potential risk factors associated with the chosen locations and outline how these will be managed.
19. Create a list of significant places you plan to visit during the program, such as universities, museums, and historic sites.
20. Finally, obtain all required campus approvals. Ensure signatures from the department chair, dean or designee, director of study abroad, and academic VP & provost before proceeding with any announcement or promotional activities.
21. Once all fields are completed and reviewed, save your changes, download the document, print a copy, or share it with relevant parties as needed.

Begin completing your Honors Faculty Information Book online today to ensure a successful proposal submission.