UWW Faculty Guide
Purpose of the UMass Amherst UWW Faculty Handbook
UMass faculty members from many departments work with UWW students, especially as sponsors of the individualized degree plans and evaluators of the prior learning portfolios. This guide is designed to be a ready reference for faculty members in whatever role or roles they elect to play in a UWW student's undergraduate career.
The following roles, the estimated time each takes, and the related procedures are all outlined in these pages for easy reference:
- Faculty Sponsor of the UWW degree
- Evaluator of the Prior Learning Portfolio
- Crediting Faculty for an Independent Study, Practicum, or Internship
- Evaluator of a Special Transcript
But first, learn a little more about UWW and its students…


