Unsatisfactory Writing (U/W) Notation

Each semester instructors may indicate when a student’s unsatisfactory writing skills have affected the final grade in a course by assigning the student a U/W notation on the grade report.

Students who have received two or more U/W notations are required to complete individualized writing programs developed by the Director of the WORD Studio. The Associate Dean for Academic Advising works with the Director of the WORD Studio to ensure that students address their U/W notations in a timely way.

Seniors with two or more U/Ws will not receive their degree until they complete their individualized writing program. The U/W is an internal notation; they do not appear on an official transcript.