The information on this page applies to those students who entered the Wabash National Study in fall 2007 and who attend the following schools: Allegheny College, Delaware State University, Fairfield University, Franklin College, North Carolina A&T State University, the University of Rhode Island, Vassar College, and Wabash College.
Frequently Asked Questions
Duration and design of the study
Change in address, phone number, or email
Dates for the next assessment sessions
Dropping out of the study
Other questions about my institution’s participation
Other questions about the overall study
What is the duration of the study and how will I be involved in future assessments/interviews?
The Wabash National Study will take place over four years, from fall 2007 until spring 2011. We may conduct a follow-up study after this date, but we will only contact those students who agree to participate in the follow-up phase.
Every student in the Wabash National Study will participate in three rounds of assessments. The first round occurred in fall 2007, the second round was in spring 2008, and the final round will be in spring 2011.
My phone number, email address, or mailing address has changed. What should I do?
Email ACT. Include your name, institution name, and your new contact information in the text of the email. For address changes, please indicate whether the change is for your mailing address at school or your permanent mailing address.
When are the next assessment sessions?
The next assessment sessions will be in spring 2011. You will receive emails from ACT with details about the assessment sessions as this information becomes available.
What do I do if I want to drop out of the study?
We hope that you will reconsider dropping out of the study. Your participation is important to us and all the institutions in the study. If you need to end your involvement with the study, please notify us by emailing ACT. In your email please tell us why you have decided to leave the study.
Who should I contact if I have questions about my college or university’s involvement with this study?
Contact the on-campus coordinator for your institution:
| Institution | On-Campus Coordinator |
| Allegheny College | Marian Sherwood |
| Delaware State University | Genevieve Tighe |
| Fairfield University | Ann K. Stehney |
| Franklin College | Tim Garner |
| North Carolina A&T State University | Scott P. Simkins |
| University of Rhode Island | Deborah Grossman-Garber |
| Vassar College | Dan Giannini |
| Wabash College | Julie Olsen |
Who should I contact if I have questions about the purpose and goals of the study or about study results, or if I want more information about the study overall?
Email the principal researcher, Charles Blaich or the study coordinator, Kelly McDorman .