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Curriculum
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Researcher Alexander Astin (1992) suggests that
students learn the most during college from direct contact with
other students. Considering this tenet, it is imperative that the
Division of Student Affairs initiate intentional programs that
support student interaction and learning. The following curriculum
lists learning outcomes related to the out-of-class experience.
These are essential outcomes that all students should experience /
learn by
being a student at Wingate University. Student Affairs staff will
use this curriculum in program and service formation, goal
development, and assessment.
(*Please note: assessment protocol
is illustrative, not exhaustive. Additional measures will be taken
across the Division to ensure student learning outcomes.)
Wholeness of mind, body, and spirit (Wellness)
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Students will gain self-awareness.
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Students will develop authenticity and personal
understanding.
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Students will establish physical wellness and
healthy lifestyles.
Assessment:
Students completing the Campus Recreation program survey will report
greater release of stress and anxiety through intramural
participation as well as enhanced physical development. In
one-on-one sessions with a counselor, students experiencing personal
counseling will report a greater understanding of personal
challenges and strengths.
Communication
Assessment:
Students will gain communication skills both written and oral
via the development of resumes and interview practice. Mock
interviews are videotaped so students can review and self-critique.
Social Responsibility and Citizenship
Assessment:
Students participating in community service will report a
greater desire to continue volunteer service activities beyond
graduation.
Engagement
Assessment:
Divisional surveys will report a greater numbers of students
participating in Weekend Blitz activities provided by Student
Activities.
Leadership
Students will develop the following leadership
skills:
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Accountability
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Motivation
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Delegation
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Collaboration
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Communication
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Planning
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Organization
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Follow-through
Assessment:
Students will develop organization, follow-through and planning
skills as they navigate the job search (or internship search)
process. This can be specifi cally measured in the internship
process. Students will be required to have a written, organized plan
for how their internship will meet specific requirements. At each
Leadership Summit include a five to ten question curriculum
assessment along with the event assessment. Leadership skills and
knowledge will be assessed based on program offerings.
Spiritual Understanding
Assessment:
Wingate 101 classes will report a greater level of spiritual
understanding after completing the Belief O’Matic administered by
Student Ministry.
World-view, Global Awareness, and Diversity
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Students will gain a global perspective related
to world events.
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Students will gain an understanding of the value
of diversity, community, the role the individual in society, and
unity.
Assessment:
In focus groups, students who participate in diversity
programming will articulate the growth of their world view and
understanding of diversity and community.
Critical Thinking
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Student will experience a shared search for
truth by learning to ask the right (tough) questions, develop
thought, arguments, and a personal perspective.
Assessment:
At the beginning of each year’s SGA retreat, members will
complete a brief assessment (Likert scale questions) to determine
their level of critical thinking on key SGA issues. A post-retreat
reflection will be conducted.
Teamwork
Assessment:
Campus Recreation offi cials will be surveyed at the beginning
and end of the intramural football season to discuss aspects of
teamwork development throughout the season. Residence Life student
staff members will reflect on team development.
