2010 Campus Climate Survey John Briggs, EdD. Office of Institutional Research Campus Climate Committee

Campus Climate Survey Assess the perception of the overall environment Examine how the community values diversity Is the SJSU environment safe, welcoming, respectful, and supportive to all

Campus Climate Survey Four separate surveys: Student, staff, faculty, and administrators Started October 26, 2010 Ended December 22, 2010 Report to CCC in February 2011

Participation in Campus Climate Survey 4,292 students (13%) 370 staff members (34%) 300 faculty members (17%) 87 administrators (50%)

Student Survey

Student Survey More should be done inside and outside the classroom to teach about racism, sexism, homophobia, and disability discrimination.

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q5a How much have you learned at SJSU in the classroom about: Racism 3948 2.746 1.9761 q5b How much have you learned at SJSU in the classroom about: Disability discrimination 3924 2.334 1.8033 q5c How much have you learned at SJSU in the classroom about: Sexism 2.614 1.9216 q5d How much have you learned at SJSU in the classroom about: Homophobia 3892 2.286 1.8336 Rating Scale: 1 = None; 2 = A little; 3 = Some; 4 = Quiet a bit; 5 = A great deal

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q6a How much have you learned at SJSU outside the classroom, on campus, about: Racism 3937 2.554 1.9022 q6b How much have you learned at SJSU outside the classroom, on campus, about: Disability discrimination 3931 2.271 1.7595 q6c How much have you learned at SJSU outside the classroom, on campus, about: Sexism 3938 2.404 1.8167 q6d How much have you learned at SJSU outside the classroom, on campus, about: Homophobia 3926 2.396 1.8476 Rating Scale: 1 = None; 2 = A little; 3 = Some; 4 = Quiet a bit; 5 = A great deal

Student Survey Some have a hard time discussing racially sensitive topics on campus

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q7f I feel uncomfortable discussing racially sensitive topics on campus 3914 2.785 1.9710 Rating Scale: 1 = Disagree Strongly; 2 = Disagree; 3 = Disagree Somewhat; 4 = Agree Somewhat; 5 = Agree; 6 = Agree Strongly

Student Survey Most students felt that SJSU was doing a fair job adhering to it mission and goals.

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q7g I value the work that SJSU is doing to promote diversity 3909 4.305 2.2149 Rating Scale: 1 = Disagree Strongly; 2 = Disagree; 3 = Disagree Somewhat; 4 = Agree Somewhat; 5 = Agree; 6 = Agree Strongly

Student Survey Felt their immediate environment and the general campus environment was good for diversity.

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q2a Immediate Environment: Respectful 3898 5.505 2.7475 q2b Immediate Environment: Hospitable to the disabled 3900 5.439 2.7651 q2c Immediate Environment: Non-racist 3910 5.445 2.7722 q2d Immediate Environment: Non-sexist 5.471 2.7524 q2e Immediate Environment: Non-homophobic 3896 5.437 2.7410 q2f Immediate Environment: Safe 5.267 2.7845 q2g Immediate Environment: Supportive 3927 5.256 2.7702 q2h Immediate Environment: Welcoming 3921 5.342 2.8020 Rating Scale: 1 = Not at all; 4 = Neutral; 7 = Very much so

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q1.a General Climate: Respectful 3881 5.441 2.6987 q1b General Climate: Hospitable to the disabled 3885 5.385 2.7035 q1c General Climate: Non-racist 3935 5.390 2.7611 q1d General Climate: Non-sexist 3923 5.422 2.7344 q1e General Climate: Non-homophobic 3914 5.326 2.7081 q1f General Climate: Safe 3931 5.056 2.7509 q1g General Climate: Supportive 3950 5.078 2.7393 q1h General Climate: Welcoming 5.201 2.7655 Rating Scale: 1 = Not at all; 4 = Neutral; 7 = Very much so

Student Survey Felt they did not know how to report sexist, racist, or other discriminatory incidents.

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q7a I know how to report officially any racist, sexist, or other discriminatory behaviors 3943 3.156 2.0867 Rating Scale: 1 = Disagree Strongly; 2 = Disagree; 3 = Disagree Somewhat; 4 = Agree Somewhat; 5 = Agree; 6 = Agree Strongly

Student Survey Felt that more should be done to recruit, hire and retain a diverse workforce.

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q3a Increasing the representation of minorities in the faculty, staff, and administration 3633 2.997 1.6608 Rating Scale: 1 = None; 2 = Very little; 3 = Some; 4 = Great deal N Mean Std Dev. q8a I feel that there are role models for me on campus 3920 3.910 2.2124 q8f I get more personal attention from faculty who are similar to me 3877 3.311 2.0238 Rating Scale: 1 = Disagree Strongly; 2 = Disagree; 3 = Disagree Somewhat; 4 = Agree Somewhat; 5 = Agree; 6 = Agree Strongly

Student Survey Felt that SJSU sometimes does not help underprepared students succeed.

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q7c SJSU helps underprepared students succeed 3881 3.790 2.0984 Rating Scale: 1 = Disagree Strongly; 2 = Disagree; 3 = Disagree Somewhat; 4 = Agree Somewhat; 5 = Agree; 6 = Agree Strongly

Student Survey Most do not experience discrimination first-hand at SJSU Some do and any discrimination is too much. SJSU should continue in its efforts to make its campus discrimination free.

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q4a Have you been discriminated against on campus because of your: Gender 3946 4.672 2.1511 Political Views 3928 4.585 2.1207 q4c Have you been discriminated against on campus because of your: Race/ Ethnicity 3935 4.512 2.0717 q4d Have you been discriminated against on campus because of your: Sexual Orientation 3936 4.827 2.1135 q4e Have you been discriminated against on campus because of your: Disability 3927 4.840 2.1225 q4f Have you been discriminated against on campus because of your: Language and or accent 3940 4.678 2.1501 q4g Have you been discriminated against on campus because of your: Religion 3941 4.702 2.1350 q4h Have you been discriminated against on campus because of your: Age 4.656 2.1074 q4i Have you been discriminated against on campus because of your: Weight-Physical Size 3945 4.719 2.1342 q4j Have you been discriminated against on campus because of your: Body Art (e.g. tattoo’s, piercings) 3932 4.867 2.1235 Rating Scale: 1 = Frequently; 2 = Occasionally; 3 = Sometime; 4 = Seldom; 5 = Never

Student Survey How do students feel about staff at SJSU.

Student Survey N Mean Std Dev. q8a I feel that there are role models for me on campus 3920 3.910 2.2124 q8b SJSU staff are sensitive about ethnic/racial issues 3835 4.289 2.2165 q8c SJSU staff are sensitive about sexist issues 3886 4.263 2.2315 q8d SJSU staff are sensitive about homophobic issues 3865 4.241 2.2120 Rating Scale: 1 = Disagree Strongly; 2 = Disagree; 3 = Disagree Somewhat; 4 = Agree Somewhat; 5 = Agree; 6 = Agree Strongly

Student Survey In this survey we cannot compare 2010 data to 2006 data 2006: 356 students out of 28,399 (± 5.16%) 2010: 4,292 students out of 32,841 (± 1.39%)

Staff Survey

Staff Survey Most staff members responded that SJSU was successful in complying with its Mission Statement.

Staff Survey 2006 Mean1 2010 Mean1 t-test2 q3b How important do you feel the following topics are for SJSU: Developing a sense of community among students, staff, and faculty 3.019 3.540 4.354* q3f How important do you feel the following topics are for SJSU: Developing an appreciation for a multicultural society on campus 2.946 3.492 5.648* 1 Rating Scale: 1 = None; 2 = Very little; 3 = Some; 4 = Great deal * p < .05

Staff Survey Staff members responded that the immediate and general campus climate values diversity

Staff Survey 2006 Mean1 2010 Mean1 t-test2 q2a Immediate Environment: Respectful 5.254 5.280 0.112 q2b Immediate Environment: Hospitable to the disabled 5.353 5.466 0.407 q2c Immediate Environment: Non-racist 5.258 5.343 0.009 q2d Immediate Environment: Non-sexist 5.133 5.281 0.118 q2e Immediate Environment: Non-homophobic 5.267 5.352 0.195 q2f Immediate Environment: Safe 5.563 5.460 3.338 q2g Immediate Environment: Supportive 5.124 5.009 1.261 q2h Immediate Environment: Welcoming 5.270 5.415 0.888 1 Rating Scale1 = Not at all; 4 = Neutral; 7 = Very much so

Staff Survey 2006 Mean1 2010 Mean1 t-test2 q1.a General Climate: Respectful 4.952 5.121 0.542 q1b General Climate: Hospitable to the disabled 5.037 5.237 0.087 q1c General Climate: Non-racist 4.702 4.964 0.024 q1d General Climate: Non-sexist 4.625 4.883 0.006 q1e General Climate: Non-homophobic 4.754 4.955 0.001 q1f General Climate: Safe 4.855 4.853 4.513* q1g General Climate: Supportive 4.548 4.786 2.546 q1h General Climate: Welcoming 4.653 4.991 1.400 1 Rating Scale1 = Not at all; 4 = Neutral; 7 = Very much so * p < .05

Staff Survey Most Promising Findings Staff members responded overwhelmingly that SJSU students should be taught to bring a positive change to society and that developing a sense of community at SJSU was important.

Staff Survey N Mean Std Dev. q3d Helping students learn how to bring about positive change in society 285 85.801 38.4735 q3b Developing a sense of community among students, staff, and faculty 290 84.543 38.8017 q3f Developing an appreciation for a multicultural society on campus 288 82.933 36.8862 q3e Promoting a climate where differences of opinion are regularly aired openly 279 81.646 39.1622 q3i Promoting and celebrating diversity 278 79.972 35.2259

Staff Survey Most Disappointing Findings Work issues dominated the most disappointing finding for staff members. They responded that there were not opportunities for advancement in their department at SJSU, resources for training were inadequate, salaries were not equitable, and overtime was an issue.

Staff Survey N Mean Std Dev. q10w I often feel that it is necessary to work late or through lunch to get my work done 315 47.966 37.3872 q10d There are sufficient opportunities for advancement within SJSU 310 43.829 31.1450 q10a I receive an equitable salary in my department or assigned work area. 316 43.357 35.3387 q9c The university uses its resources to help train staff for advancement 305 41.320 34.0023 q10c There are sufficient opportunities for advancement within my department 35.861 31.3426

Staff Survey Most Promising Trends Staff members responded that that diversity was much more a part of the SJSU environment now than in 2006. They responded that that SJSU celebrates and promotes diversity, differences of opinion are regularly aired, and there is an appreciation for multicultural society on campus.

Staff Survey Change in Mean q3i Promoting and celebrating diversity 18.991 q3e Promoting a climate where differences of opinion are regularly aired openly 18.249 q3f Developing an appreciation for a multicultural society on campus 17.907 q3d Helping students learn how to bring about positive change in society 17.888 q3b Developing a sense of community among students, staff, and faculty 17.121

Staff Survey Most Disappointing Trends Staff members responded that some things declined from 2006 to 2010. Among them was the amount of resources used for training, physical safety on campus, and respect by their supervisor.

Staff Survey Change in Mean q10h Too much emphasis is placed on achieving diversity within the staff -4.597 q9e I feel uncomfortable disclosing my sexual orientation to my colleagues -5.028 q10r My supervisor treats me like I am incompetent -7.760 q9d I fear for my physical safety -9.085 q9c The university uses its resources to help train staff for advancement -11.932

Faculty Survey

FacultySurvey Faculty members had mixed reviews about SJSU’s performance in attaining its Institutional Goals.

Faculty Survey 2006 Mean1 2010 Mean1 t-test2 q3b How important do you feel the following topics are for SJSU: Developing a sense of community among students, staff, and faculty 3.647 3.671 11.732** q3f How important do you feel the following topics are for SJSU: Developing an appreciation for a multicultural society on campus 3.484 3.618 7.859* 1Rating Scale: 1 = None; 2 = Very little; 3 = Some; 4 = Great deal * p< .05; ** p< .005, *** p< .0005 2006 Mean1 2010 Mean1 t-test2 q7b Quality of interaction with students outside the classroom 4.352 4.346 6.680* 1Rating Scale: 1 = Very Dissatisfied; 2 = Dissatisfied; 3 = Somewhat Dissatisfied; 4 = Somewhat Satisfied; 5 = Satisfied; 6= Very Satisfied * p< .05; ** p< .005, *** p< .0005

Faculty Survey 2006 Mean1 2010 Mean1 t-test2 q3d How important do you feel the following topics are for SJSU: Helping students learn how to bring about positive change in society 3.573 3.735 10.166** q3e How important do you feel the following topics are for SJSU: Promoting a climate where differences of opinion are regularly aired openly 3.587 3.699 16.238*** 1Rating Scale: 1 = None; 2 = Very little; 3 = Some; 4 = Great deal * p< .05; ** p< .005, *** p< .0005

Faculty Survey In regards to campus climate, faculty members felt that minorities were not being represented in the ranks of the faculty, staff, and administration. They were dissatisfied with campus administrative leadership. Specifically, they were dissatisfied with the grievance system, evaluation process, reexamination of curriculum, and shared governance.

Faculty Survey 2006 Mean1 2010 Mean1 t-test2 q3a Increasing the representation of minorities in the faculty, staff, and administration 3.064 3.208 6.669* 1Rating Scale: 1 = None; 2 = Very little; 3 = Some; 4 = Great deal * p< .05; ** p< .005, *** p< .0005 2006 Mean1 2010 Mean1 t-test2 q9v In the last 5 years, my department made an honest effort to hire diverse faculty 4.744 4.713 17.107*** 1Rating Scale: 1 = Disagree Strongly; 2 = Disagree; 3 = Disagree Somewhat; 4 = Agree Somewhat; 5 = Agree; 6 = Agree Strongly * p< .05; ** p< .005, *** p< .0005

Faculty Survey 2006 Mean1 2010 Mean1 t-test2 q7c Campus administrative leadership 3.697 3.491 .817 1Rating Scale: 1 = Very Dissatisfied; 2 = Dissatisfied; 3 = Somewhat Dissatisfied; 4 = Somewhat Satisfied; 5 = Satisfied; 6= Very Satisfied * p< .05; ** p< .005, *** p< .0005 2006 Mean1 2010 Mean1 t-test2 q9p The process by which complaints and grievances against faculty are resolved is fair and equitable 3.835 3.975 7.773* q9q Administrators actively support shared governance 3.716 3.345 2.158 q9y The evaluation process for lecturers is fair and equitable 3.672 3.791 4.715* 1Rating Scale: 1 = Disagree Strongly; 2 = Disagree; 3 = Disagree Somewhat; 4 = Agree Somewhat; 5 = Agree; 6 = Agree Strongly * p< .05; ** p< .005, *** p< .0005

Faculty Survey Most Promising Findings Faculty responded overwhelmingly that SJSU students should be taught to bring a positive change to society and that developing a sense of community at SJSU was important.

Faculty Survey N Mean Std Dev. q3b Developing a sense of community among students, staff, and faculty 244 88.584 55.7743 q3e Promoting a climate where differences of opinion are regularly aired openly 243 88.427 57.4591 q3d Helping students learn how to bring about positive change in society 246 86.414 51.6731

Faculty Survey Most Disappointing Findings Faculty members’ morale is down. Faculty also expressed concern about availability of funds for research and equipment.

Faculty Survey N Mean Std Dev. q9j Faculty morale is good at this campus 252 41.503 31.5708 q6l Facilities and equipment 260 37.102 39.3766 q9x Special funds and release time for research or professional development are adequate 268 24.222 35.8439

Faculty Survey Most Promising Trends Multiculturalism is taking hold in the faculty. They are developing a sense of appreciation of the diversity of the student body.

Faculty Survey Change in Mean q1e General Climate: Non-homophobic 3.645 q9e Student diversity is appreciated by the faculty on this campus 4.493 q3f Developing an appreciation for a multicultural society on campus 5.611

Faculty Survey Most Disappointing Trends Faculty members are more concerned about safety on campus. Faculty members don’t feel supported by the administration.

Faculty Survey Change in Mean q2f Immediate Environment: Safe (8.329) q1f General Climate: Safe (9.318) q9r I feel supported by my dean (10.398)

Administrators Survey

Administrators Survey Most promising findings. Administrators responded overwhelmingly that SJSU students should be taught to bring a positive change to society and should develop leadership skills. They also felt developing a multicultural community at SJSU is a major goal.

Administrators Survey Mean Std Dev. q3d Helping students learn how to bring about positive change in society 69 89.878 35.0952 q3b Developing a sense of community among students, staff, and faculty 70 89.147 35.3170 q3c Developing leadership ability among students 87.464 34.2895 q3f Developing an appreciation for a multicultural society on campus 71 87.231 32.2671 q3e Promoting a climate where differences of opinion are regularly aired openly 85.475 38.9509

Administrators Survey Most disappointing findings. Some of the most disappointing findings dealt with the administrators’ work environment. Administrators responded that they were being pressured to work longer hours and there was little room for advancement.

Administrators Survey Mean Std Dev. q9d The current ethnic composition of administrators at SJSU is adequate 73 50.108 35.3188 q9y There are sufficient opportunities for my advancement within the administration at SJSU 75 49.230 35.2349 q8j I believe more consideration should be given to the needs and interests of disabled people on campus 42.400 24.1318 q9n I expect my staff to get the job done even if they have to work late 36.780 29.5611 q9o I feel a lot of pressure to work in the evenings and/or on the weekends to get my work done 36.749 29.5287

Administrators Survey Most promising trend. Even though it was a disappointing finding in 2010, administrators reported less pressure to put in overtime now than in 2006. Administrators responded that that SJSU was more welcoming now than in 2006.

Administrators Survey Change in Mean q9o I feel a lot of pressure to work in the evenings and/or on the weekends to get my work done 4.692 q2h Immediate Environment: Welcoming 3.771 q1h General Climate: Welcoming 3.656 q8h I value the work that SJSU is doing to promote diversity 3.474 q4h Have you been discriminated against on campus because of your: Age 3.385

Administrators Survey Most disappointing trend. Work conditions seemed to get worse for administrators between 2006 and 2010. They responded that there was less opportunity for advancement, less challenge to their position, less professional development, and SJSU was not a good place to work.

Administrators Survey Change in Mean q9y There are sufficient opportunities for my advancement within the administration at SJSU -8.991 q9i I am challenged by the duties associated with my position -10.313 q9q My professional development is supported -11.511 q9g SJSU is not a good place to work for administrators -13.236 q9e The current gender composition of administrators at SJSU is adequate -15.065

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