WSU TRI-CITIES LIBRARY EXAM PROCTORING

02 January 2008

Student Resources is no longer able to proctor exams. Due to staffing, library staff can only proctor exams during the times listed.

See the bottom of the page for frequently asked questions.


EXAM PROCTORING HOURS

Monday - Thursday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday: Closed

Exams must be completed within these time frames. The library cannot remain open to accommodate a student who has not completed an exam.

NO APPOINTMENTS ARE NECESSARY TO TAKE AN EXAM IN THE LIBRARY.


MAY 2008 HOLIDAY:
Monday, 26: WSU Tri-Cities campus closed


WRITING PORTFOLIO EXAM INFORMATION

Please contact Kelly Erickson at 509.372.7342 to request that a writing portfolio exam (WPE) be brought over to the library.

Exam proctoring hours are the same as for all other exams.

No appointments are needed to take a WPE in the library.

Please note the following in regards to the WPE:

  • You need a blue or black ink pen. Non-erasable and no pencils.
  • No scratch paper.
  • You may use a stand alone non electronic dictionary.
  • You have a maximum of two hours to complete the WPE.

The writing portfolio hold is removed within 24 hours from when the WPE is taken.

Once the WPE and the papers packet is completed, you may check the writing portfolio board in the west building for the next assessment dates.


COMPLETING THE PROCTOR NOMINATION FORM

If you plan to take an exam at the Washington State University Tri-Cities Library, please enter the following information on the proctor nomination form:

Name: Exam Proctor Staff
Title: Library
Place of Business: WSU Tri-Cities
Department/program name: Library
Mailing Address: 2710 University Drive, Richland, WA 99354
Phone: 509.372.7387; Email: cherylf@tricity.wsu.edu

Please note this information is only for taking an exam at the WSU Tri-Cities library.
NO APPOINTMENTS ARE NECESSARY TO TAKE AN EXAM IN THE LIBRARY.



PULLMAN DDP CONTACT INFORMATION

The URL for the DDP Website is: http://www.distance.wsu.edu
Phone: 1.800.222.4978
Fax: 509.335.4850
Mailing address: WSU Office of Distance Degree Programs
Van Doren Hall 204
PO Box 645220
Pullman, WA 99164-5220


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my exam has arrived at the library?
An email from wsutctestproctoring@yahoo.com will be sent to your WSU email account.

How long does the library keep my WSU exam on file?
In accordance with WSU DDP policy, the library keeps the exam on file for 90 days.

May I request more than one exam at a time?
Yes.

Does WSU DDP require a specific proctor name in order to send an exam to the library?
No. Please complete the form as shown above.

Does the library proctor exams from universities other than WSU?
Yes. If your school requires a specific proctor name, please send an email to: cherylf@tricity.wsu.edu for that information.

How long does it take for my completed exam to get back to the DDP office?
The completed exam is returned to the DDP office the following day if it is taken Monday through Thursday. If the exam is taken Friday or Saturday, it is sent back to the DDP office on the following Monday. The exam generally will arrive at the DDP office within three business days.

Can you fax my exam back to the testing office or instructor?
If the exam is single sided and less than 10 pages. If it is more than 10 pages or double sided, it will need to be mailed. If the exam is to be faxed, you will need to complete the exam 1/2 hour before the library closes.

May I turn in paperwork associated with the Writing Portfolio exam to the library staff?
No. Any writing portfolio paperwork needs to be turned in to Kelly Erickson.