[CW-Grad] Nominations for TAships in the University Writing Program for 2012-13

[Robin Russin]

For those returning next year:

I'd like any of you who are interested in applying for one of these TAships to please CONTACT ME (Robin) and send along a CV and short expository writing sample as well -- that is, something that showcases your clarity of expression and command of grammar and essay construction (any misspellings will probably not go over well).

Please read the description below carefully, and include anything that might be relevant in your note to me. 

I will then discuss the list of those who've contacted me with our two department chairs and advisors, and we'll put together our list of nominees. As we have to have our list together and submitted by April 16, the sooner you get me your materials, the better.

ALSO: applying for one of these does NOT preclude you from applying for a CRWT or THEA (or any other) TAship, so that shouldn't be a concern.

Best,

Robin


 
Dear Department Chair and Graduate Advisor,
 
     The University Writing Program is soliciting nominations of graduate students who might be considered for TA positions in the writing program in 2012-2013.  Nominees for TA support from the UWP must be eligible for TA support according to Graduate Division regulations.
 
    Although our projections for the 2012-2013 academic year are somewhat uncertain, we are assembling a rank-list of applicants in case openings develop. Please nominate only your most accomplished candidate(s).  Nominees must be excellent writers, preferably with teaching experience.  They should have a high aptitude for working with freshmen and sophomores. Once nominated, they should send us a ten-page writing sample, a letter of application, a vita, and any available student evaluations.  A letter of recommendation from a faculty member who knows about their teaching would be helpful as well, though it is not a requirement.  This spring we will arrange with the nominees a time for them to take a quiz of their basic knowledge of English grammar and usage. There might also be an information session so that potential applicants can find out more about the responsibilities associated with these positions before they apply.  As UWP Director, I will interview finalists.   All TA-ships are for instruction in the writing program or in UWP-designated WAC assignments under the supervision of the faculty-in-charge.  TAs must participate in the five-day fall orientation, enroll in English 301 and 302 their first quarter, and then 302 for the rest of the year. The appointments are normally for one year with the possibility of renewal.
 
     We urge you to nominate your best few candidates.  It is possible to re-nominate graduate students currently serving as UWP TAs.  


Robin Russin

Associate Professor and Director
MFA for Creative Writing and Writing for the Performing Arts
Department of Theatre
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA 92521
(951) 827-2707
(213) 949-1061 cel
robin.russin at ucr.edu
http://robinrussin.com

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