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Writing in the Disciplines (WID) at LaGuardia Community College is a dynamic and challenging interdisciplinary initiative to support professors as they work to make writing an integral part of their courses.

If you are new to the WID program or would like more information about WID, please see About WID and Guidelines for Faculty.

Returning faculty, please see Resources and Useful Links.


Video Clips (MOV format):

• Writing in the Disciplines,
introduced by Dr. Marian Arkin
[play] (1.0MB)

• Prof. Bronwein Pardes discusses how she applies WID principles in creating a staged assignment.
[play] (2.2MB)


News:


WID faculty -- send in your assignments now to be included on our Sample Assignments page. This is a great reference for faculty members looking for ideas.

Check out the sample WID Portfolio by Professor Iona Thomas Connor.

Each year, a small team of writing fellows evaluates students' progress through writing intensive courses. View the latest assessment information for the WID program. [pdf 160kB]




For more information about the WID program at LaGuardia, contact:
Marian Arkin, 718-482-5680, mcarkin@aol.com, English Department, LaGuardia Community College (CUNY)
31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11235