1. 2010 Campus Climate Survey John Briggs, EdD.
Office of Institutional Research
Campus Climate Committee

2. 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

3. 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

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

5. Student Survey

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

7. 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

8. 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

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

10. 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

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

12. 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

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

14. 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

15. 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

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

17. 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

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

19. 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

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

21. 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

22. 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.

23. 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

24. Student Survey
How do students feel about staff at SJSU.

25. 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

26. 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%)

27. Staff Survey

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

29. 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

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

31. 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

32. 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

33. 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.

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

35. 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.

36. 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
q10d There are sufficient opportunities for advancement within SJSU
310
43.829
q10a I receive an equitable salary in my department or assigned work area.
316
43.357
q9c The university uses its resources to help train staff for advancement
305
41.320
q10c There are sufficient opportunities for advancement within my department
35.861

37. Staff Survey Most Promising Trends
Staff members responded that that diversity was much more a part of the SJSU environment now than in 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.

38. 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

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

40. 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

41. Faculty Survey

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

43. 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

44. 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

45. 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.

46. 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

47. 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

48. 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.

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

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

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

52. 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.

53. 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

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

55. 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)

56. Administrators Survey

57. 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.

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

59. 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.

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

61. 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.

62. 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

63. Administrators Survey
Most disappointing trend.
Work conditions seemed to get worse for administrators between 2006 and 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.

64. 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
q9q My professional development is supported
q9g SJSU is not a good place to work for administrators
q9e The current gender composition of administrators at SJSU is adequate

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