Dietetic Community Service Program (DCSP) Phone: 269-387-3722 Fax: 269-387-3353 Email: ghada.soliman@wmich.edu Family and Consumer Sciences Western Michigan University Evaluation of DCSP Experience If you have questions or concerns, please e-mail ghada.soliman@wmich.edu Student Name: Mentor Name: Date Circle the Following: Freshman Sophomore Organization Junior Senior Scale: 5 – Outstanding; 4 - More than satisfactory; 3 – Satisfactory; 2 - Needs Improvement; 1 - Unsatisfactory Not 5 4 3 2 1 Directions: Thinking about the student you have mentored this semester, evaluate the student’s performance on the following qualities using the scale provided. If you did not have the opportunity to observe a characteristic during the DCSP experience, please check the "not observed" box. Application of Knowledge – As compared to other undergraduate student volunteers you have mentored A. Nutrition Content B. Medical Nutrition Therapy C. Food Service Management Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills - Recognizes problems, devises and implements plan of action Conceptual Skills. Demonstrates good understanding of concepts related to dietetics Communication Skills – Clearly communicates thoughts, ideas, and information A. Oral presentations. B. Written presentations Interpersonal Communication – Builds rapport, respects differing opinions; sets appropriate personal/professional boundaries: A – with peers and co-workers B – with teachers and supervisors Leadership Potential - Is able to define goals and objectives, communicate expectations of others to achieve desired results. Initiative and Motivation - Seeks additional learning opportunities and challenges; takes pride in completed work. Interested in work and workplace Punctuality and Reliability - Shows up when scheduled, ready to work. Adaptability- Flexible with changes in the routine Reaction to stress - Able to cope with stressful conditions appropriately Perseverance – Persists in any undertaking despite of difficulties, obstacles, or challenges OVER, PLEASE Observed Dietetic Community Service Program (DCSP) Phone: 269-387-3722 Email: ghada.soliman@wmich.edu Fax: 269-387-3353 Scale: 5 – Outstanding; 4 - More than satisfactory; 3 – Satisfactory; 2 - Needs Improvement; 1 - Unsatisfactory Directions: Thinking about the student you have mentored this semester, evaluate the student’s performance on the following qualities using the scale provided If you did not have the opportunity to observe a characteristic during the DCSP experience, please check the "not observed" box. 5 4 3 2 1 Not Observed Creativity - Generates new ideas. Organization Skills – Applies useful strategies to organize his/her work Works Independently – Able to perform tasks alone and /or self-starter. Starts projects, works diligently and completes tasks. Responsibility and Maturity- Able to plan and manage time and resources to achieve goals. Exerts a high level of effort and perseverance towards goal attainment. Respect for Diversity - Recognizes, accepts and respects diversity and individual differences. Teamwork Skills - Has skills needed to work with others to achieve best results Listening Skills - Listens to understand and learn. Is able to hear suggestions, evaluate, and apply suggestions to work. Overall Potential as a Future Dietitian, Food, or Nutrition Professional Comments: Mentor’s Signature Date __________________________________________________ ___________________________ Thank you for completing the evaluation and for the time you have spent with the students this past semester. Please fax the completed evaluation to (269) 387-3353, email it to: ghada.soliman@wmich.edu or mail to: Ghada Soliman, MD, PhD, RD Western Michigan University Department of Family and Consumer Sciences-5322 3222 Kohrman Hall Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5322 Student Name: ___________________________ Date completed: ________________