Re: Size and Growth

[snewmann@sfasu.edu]

Ann, I direct a w.c. at Stephen F. Austin (about 12,000 undergrads and
several graduate programs).  I have 9 undergrad. peer tutors who work a
total of 93 hours per week.  These tutors are paid in cash (well, I guess
they get a check) and are paid at a rate that is above minimum wage.  

stephen


On Mon, 12 Oct 1998, Ann Green wrote:

> Hi!  I'm new to the list, and I wanted to consult you all.  I'm in my first
> year at a small to medium sized university (3,100 day students, plus
> another 900 or so in the evening college), and I'm starting the Writing
> Center.  They've given me a great space for the Center, and initially, a
> tiny budget.  Right now we're open about 18 hours per week and providing
> about 45 hours of total tutoring (paid for mostly in credits).  While I
> know that each center is unique, I'm curious about how much time more
> established centers at equivalent size universities are open.  How much are
> you all open relative to the size of your universities?
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Ann
> 
> Ann E. Green
> English Dept.
> St. Joseph's University
> 5600 City Line Ave.
> Philadelphia, PA  19083
> 610-660-1889
> 
>