HERI Faculty Survey Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 2011 Results. Prepared by the Office of Planning & Institutional Effectiveness

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1 HERI Faculty Survey Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 11 Results Prepared by the Office of Planning & Institutional Effectiveness

2 What is the HERI Faculty Survey? The Higher Education Research Institute (HERI) at UCLA administers a faculty survey to institutions nationwide once every three year. The national comparison group includes collective results from UCLA of all public 4-year colleges and universities participating in the survey. Administration at TAMU-CC was during February and March of 11. N= 33 full-time faculty were invited, via , to participate. Of the faculty invited, n=98 responded, for a response rate of 3%. However, for national comparison purposes, n=95 faculty are included in this report, as three faculty did not indicate gender. Only faculty nationwide who reported gender are included in the norm data.

3 Survey Design The online survey included questions in the following 18 categories: Background/Personal General Activities Publications Teaching Activities Civic Engagement Faculty Workload Professional Development Undergraduate Evaluations/Instructions Institutional Priorities General University Items University Descriptors Sources of Stress Job Satisfaction General Opinions Personal Goals Faculty Perspectives

4 Key Findings Compared to National results, TAMUCC Faculty are significantly MORE likely to: Have had an exhibition/performance in the fine or applied arts in the past two years* Mentor new faculty* Encourage undergraduates to seek alternative solutions to problems* Use the following: multiple choice exams***, quizzes**, student evaluation of each other s work***, small groups*, field studies***, recitals/demonstrations*, group projects***, student-selected topics**, reflective writing***, community service***, using real-life problems*, and using student inquiry to drive learning** Feel it is important to be well off financially*** Feel it is important to integrate spirituality into their personal life*** Place more importance on the following for undergraduates: prepare students for employment after college***, prepare students for further education**, develop moral character**, provide for emotional development**, develop personal values**, and enhance self-understanding** Significance levels: * = p<.5, ** = p<.1, *** = p<.1

5 Key Findings Compared to National results, TAMUCC Faculty are significantly MORE likely to: Spend more time on scheduled teaching***, preparing for teaching*, administration**, creative activities***, consultation with clients/patients**, and community/public service** Agree that is easy for students to see faculty outside of regular office hours*** Feel that working with underprepared students is a source of stress* Agree that faculty are interested in student s personal problems**, Student Affairs staff have the support and respect of faculty*, faculty are interested in academic problems of undergraduates**, faculty of color are treated fairly here*, and the institution takes responsibility for educating underprepared students** Agree that most of the students they teach lack the basic skills for college level work*** Believe it is an institutional priority to recruit minority students** and to create and sustain partnerships with surrounding communities* Agree that the chief benefit of an education is increasing one s earning power** Agree that colleges should be concerned with facilitating student s spiritual development* Significance levels: * = p<.5, ** = p<.1, *** = p<.1

6 Key Findings Compared to National results, TAMUCC Faculty are significantly LESS likely to: Have published articles in journals* and chapters in edited volumes*** Spend time on research and scholarly writing** Feel that the faculty are at odds with campus administration*** Feel that faculty are rewarded for their efforts to use instructional technology*** Be satisfied with health benefits*, retirement benefits*, opportunity for scholarly pursuits*, autonomy/independence*, availability of child care at the institution*, and tuition remission for dependents*** Agree that the institution should hire more faculty of color* and women faculty* Agree that there is a lot of racial conflict here* Believe it is an institutional priority to increase or maintain prestige*, to hire faculty stars ***, to enhance national image***, to promote faculty gender equity*, to strengthen links with corporate sector**, and to increase representation of women in the faculty and administration*** Believe that colleges should be actively involved in solving social problems* Significance levels: * = p<.5, ** = p<.1, *** = p<.1

7 Key Findings Compared to 8 Campus results, TAMUCC Faculty reported a GREATER frequency of: Belief that the chief benefit of a college education is increasing ones earning power (+35%) Personal importance of promoting racial understanding (+27%) Health of spouse/partner (+24%) and children s problems (+18%) as sources of stress Institutional priority of increasing prestige (+17%) and pursuing extramural funding (+17%) Care of elderly parent as a source of stress (+16%) Working with underprepared students as a source of stress (+14%) Participation in a teaching enhancement workshop (+13%) Engagement of undergraduates on faculty s own research project (+13%) Belief that promoting diversity leads to admission of too many underprepared students (+13%) Child care as a source of stress (+12%) Importance of enhancing students self-understanding (+12%) Personal importance of integrating spirituality into faculty s own life (+11%) Working with undergraduates on a research project (+1%) Use of real life problems as a teaching method (+1%) Personal importance of developing a meaningful philosophy of life (+1%)

8 Key Findings Compared to 8 Campus results, TAMUCC Faculty reported LESS frequency of: Institutional priority of promoting intellectual development of students (-16%) Institutional priority of promoting faculty gender equity (-14%) Institutional priority of helping students learn how to bring change in American society (-13%) Belief that instilling a commitment to community service is very important or essential (-11%) Institutional priority of promoting leadership ability among students (-1%) Institutional priority of increasing the representation of women in the faculty and administration (-1%)

9 Background/ Personal Information

10 Demographics: Respondents and Comparison Groups TAMU-CC 11 Faculty Respondents TAMU-CC 8 Faculty Respondents Gender Male 59% 54% 57% Ethnicity Due to multiple ethnicities identified by faculty, totals equal greater than 1%. Are you a US Citizen? Female 41% 46% 43% White 76% 78% 86% Black/African American 2% 2% 3% American Indian 1% 2% 3% Asian 9% 4% 6% Mexican/Mexican American 9% 15% 1% Puerto Rican % % <1% Other Latino 3% 4% 3% Other 5% 4% 4% Yes 87% 9% 91% No 13% 9% 9% HERI 1/11 National Comparison Population Is English your native language? Yes 83% 82% 86% No 17% 18% 14%

11 Field of Highest Degree Earned TAMU-CC 11 Faculty Respondents TAMU-CC 8 Faculty Respondents Agriculture or Forestry % % 3% Biological Sciences 12% 9% 8% Business 1% 7% 4% Education 15% 18% 8% Engineering 6% 1% 6% English 7% 7% 5% Health Related 1% 12% 6% History/Political Science 4% 8% 6% Humanities % 1% 9% Fine Arts 12% 11% 7% Math/Statistics 5% 5% 4% Physical Sciences 3% 5% 6% Social Sciences 4% 1% 16% Other Technical 2% % 2% Other Non-Technical 11% 7% 11% HERI 1/11 National Comparison Population

12 Department of current faculty appointment TAMU-CC 11 Faculty Respondents TAMU-CC 8 Faculty Respondents Agriculture or Forestry % % 3% Biological Sciences 12% 9% 7% Business 12% 1% 4% Education 14% 14% 7% Engineering 3% % 7% English 7% 7% 5% Health Related 9% 11% 7% History/Political Science 3% 7% 6% Humanities % 1% 8% Fine Arts 11% 9% 7% Math/Statistics 6% 7% 4% Physical Sciences 5% 8% 5% Social Sciences 5% 8% 14% Other Technical 4% % 2% Other Non-Technical 9% 1% 14% HERI 1/11 National Comparison Population

13 What is your age? 3 1 < TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

14 What is your present academic rank? Professor Associate Assistant Lecturer Instructor TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

15 What is your principal activity in your current position? Administration Teaching Research Other TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC _ Publics _

16 Is your spouse/partner an academic? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 32 Publics 8 35

17 Highest degree earned Masters LLB, JD Ed.D. Ph.D. Other TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

18 Year of highest degree now held Before TAMUCC Publics or later

19 Year of appointment at present institution Before TAMUCC Publics or later

20 Are you tenured? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 6 Publics 8 59

21 For faculty that are tenured: What year did you receive tenure? Before TAMUCC Publics or later

22 If you were to begin your career again, would you still want to come to this institution? Definitely No Probably Not Not Sure Probably Yes Definitely Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

23 If you were to begin your career again, would you still want to be a college professor? Definitely No Probably Not Not Sure Probably Yes Definitely Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

24 Marital Status Married Unmarried with Partner Single* TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics *Single includes divorced, widowed, and separated.

25 How many children do you have under 18 years old? None or more TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

26 How many children do you have 18 years or older? None or more TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

27 Personally, how important are the following to you: (Valid percent Very Important or Essential ) Research Teaching Service TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

28 General Activities Items

29 Are you a member of a faculty union? Yes TAMUCC 11 5 Publics TAMUCC 8 5 Publics 8 18

30 Have you ever received an award for outstanding teaching? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 36 Publics 8 48

31 Have you been sexually harassed at this institution? Yes TAMUCC 11 3 Publics 11 4 TAMUCC 8 8 Publics 8 6

32 Do you plan to retire within the next three years? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 16 Publics 8 16

33 Do you use your scholarship to address local community needs? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 65 Publics 8 46

34 Have you ever interrupted your professional career for more than one year for family reasons? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 15 Publics 8 11

35 During the past two years have you considered early retirement? Yes TAMUCC Publics 11 TAMUCC 8 35 Publics 8 23

36 During the past two years have you considered leaving academe for another job? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 34 Publics 8 31

37 During the past two years have you considered leaving this institution for another? Yes TAMUCC Publics 11 5 TAMUCC 8 51 Publics 8 48

38 During the past two years have you changed academic institutions? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 12 Publics 8 1

39 During the past two years have you engaged in paid consulting outside your institution? Yes TAMUCC Publics 11 4 TAMUCC 8 43 Publics 8 43

40 During the past two years have you engaged in public service/professional consulting without pay? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 64 Publics 8 62

41 During the past two years have you received at least one firm job offer? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 25 Publics 8 22

42 During the past two years have you requested/sought an early promotion? Yes TAMUCC 11 7 Publics 11 8 TAMUCC 8 12 Publics 8 8

43 During the last two years, have you received funding from your work from outside the University? Foundation State/Fed Gov't Business/Industry TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

44 Professional Development Items

45 At your institution have you engaged in paid workshops outside the institution focused on teaching? Yes TAMUCC Publics 11 TAMUCC 8 32 Publics 8 19

46 At your institution have you engaged in paid sabbatical leave? Yes TAMUCC 11 6 Publics TAMUCC 8 1 Publics 8 3

47 At your institution have you engaged in travel funds paid by the institution? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 85 Publics 8 77

48 At your institution have you engaged in internal grants for research? Yes TAMUCC Publics 11 5 TAMUCC 8 53 Publics 8 51

49 At your institution have you engaged in training for administrative leadership? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 15 Publics 8 14

50 At your institution have you engaged in incentives to develop new courses?* Yes TAMUCC Publics *New item in 11.

51 At your institution have you engaged in incentives to integrate new technology into your classroom?* Yes TAMUCC 11 4 Publics 17 *New item in 11.

52 Publications Items

53 During the past two years have you conducted research or writing focused on international/global issues? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 27 Publics 8 28

54 During the past two years have you conducted research or writing focused on racial or ethnic minorities? Yes TAMUCC 11 3 Publics TAMUCC 8 36 Publics 8

55 During the past two years have you conducted research or writing focused on women and gender issues? Yes TAMUCC Publics 11 TAMUCC 8 19 Publics 8 19

56 During the past two years have you published op-ed pieces or editorials? Yes TAMUCC 11 Publics TAMUCC 8 24 Publics 8 25

57 How many have you published: Articles in academic or professional journals to 2 3 to 4 5 to 1 11 to 21 to 5 51 or more TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

58 How many have you published? Chapters in edited volumes to 2 3 to 4 5 to 1 11 to 21 to 5 51 or more TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

59 How many have you published? Books, manuals, or monographs to 2 3 to 4 5 to 1 11 to 21 to 5 51 or more TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

60 How many have you published? Items including patents or computer software products to 2 3 to 4 5 to 1 11 to 21 to 5 51 or more TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

61 How many in the past two years? Exhibitions or performances in the fine or applied arts to 2 3 to 4 5 to 1 11 to 21 to 5 51 or more TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

62 How many in the past two years? Professional writings that have been published or accepted to 2 3 to 4 5 to 1 11 to 21 to 5 51 or more TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

63 Teaching Activities Items

64 During the past two years have you taught an honors course? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 12 Publics 8 21

65 During the past two years have you taught an interdisciplinary course? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 24 Publics 8 42

66 During the past two years have you taught an ethnic studies course? Yes TAMUCC 11 5 Publics 11 1 TAMUCC 8 3 Publics 8 1

67 During the past two years have you taught a women s studies course? Yes TAMUCC 11 1 Publics 11 5 TAMUCC 8 1 Publics 8 6

68 During the past two years have you taught an exclusively web-based course at this institution? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 18 Publics 8 12

69 During the past two years have you participated in a teaching enhancement workshop? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 54 Publics 8 5

70 During the past two years have you engaged undergraduates on your research project? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 45 Publics 8 44

71 During the past two years have you worked with undergraduates on a research project? Yes TAMUCC 11 6 Publics 11 6 TAMUCC 8 48 Publics 8 57

72 During the past two years have you engaged in academic research that spans multiple disciplines?* Yes TAMUCC Publics *New item in 11.

73 During the past two years have you taught a seminar for first year students? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 8 Publics 8

74 During the past two years have you taught a capstone course?* Yes TAMUCC Publics 32 *New item in 11.

75 During the past two years have you taught in a learning community (e.g. FIG, linked courses)?* Yes TAMUCC Publics 9 *New item in 11.

76 During the past two years have you supervised an undergraduate thesis?* Yes TAMUCC Publics 33 *New item in 11.

77 Civic Engagement Items

78 During the past two years have you taught a service learning course? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 22 Publics 8 19

79 During the past two years have you advised student groups involved in service/volunteer work? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 48 Publics 8 37

80 During the past two years have you collaborated with the local community in research or teaching? Yes TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 67 Publics 8 44

81 Use of community service as part of coursework in most or all of your undergraduate classes All/Most classes TAMUCC Publics 11 6 TAMUCC 8 13 Publics 8 7

82 Instilling in students a commitment to community service is very important or essential Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 66 Publics 8 48

83 Facilitating student involvement in community service is of highest or high priority at this university Highest/High Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 42 Publics 8 33

84 Colleges should encourage students to be involved in community service activities Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 87 Publics 8 85

85 Faculty Work & Workload Items

86 How many hours per week do you spend on scheduled teaching? to 4 5 to 8 9 to to to 21 to to TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

87 How many hours per week do you spend preparing for teaching (including reading papers and grading)? to 4 5 to 8 9 to to to 21 to to TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

88 How many hours per week do you spend advising and counseling students? to 4 5 to 8 9 to to to 21+ TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

89 How many hours per week do you spend doing committee work or in meetings? to 4 5 to 8 9 to to TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

90 How many hours per week do you spend in other administration? to 4 5 to 8 9 to to to 21+ TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

91 How many hours per week do you spend on research and scholarly writing? to 4 5 to 8 9 to to to 21 to to TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

92 How many hours per week do you spend on other creative products/performances? to 4 5 to 8 9 to to to 21+ TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

93 How many hours per week do you spend on consultation with clients/patients? to 4 5 to 8 9 to TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

94 How many hours per week do you spend on community or public service? to 4 5 to 8 9 to TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

95 How many hours per week do you spend on outside consulting or freelance work? to 4 5 to 8 9 to TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

96 How many hours per week do you spend on household/childcare duties? to 4 5 to 8 9 to to to 21 to to TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

97 How many hours per week do you spend commuting to campus? to 4 5 to 8 9+ TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

98 How many hours per week do you spend at other employment, outside of academia? to 4 5 to 8 9 to to TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

99 Including all institutions at which you teach, how many courses are you teaching this term? TAMUCC Mean TAMU-CC = 2.81 Mean Publics = 2.18

100 Taught at least one course at another institution during past term* Yes TAMUCC 11 5 Publics 11 2 *New item in 11.

101 How many general education courses are you teaching this academic year? TAMUCC TAMUCC Publics

102 How many developmental/remedial courses are you teaching this academic year? TAMUCC TAMUCC Publics

103 How many courses required for undergraduate major are you teaching this academic year?* TAMUCC *New item in 11.

104 How many other undergraduate credit courses are you teaching this academic year?* TAMUCC *Item changed in 11.

105 How many graduate courses are you teaching this academic year? TAMUCC TAMUCC Publics

106 How many non-credit courses are you teaching this academic year? TAMUCC TAMUCC Publics

107 Do you teach remedial/developmental skills in any of the following areas? (Valid % of affirmative responses by discipline) 1 Reading Writing Math ESL Gen. Academ Other TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC Publics

108 Perspectives of Faculty Items

109 To what extent do you feel that the training you received in graduate school prepared you well for your role as a faculty mentor? To a Great Extent TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 42 Publics 8 39

110 To what extent do you achieve a healthy balance between your personal life and professional life? To a Great Extent TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 28 Publics 8 36

111 To what extent do you experience close alignment between your work and personal values? To a Great Extent TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 61 Publics 8 62

112 To what extent do you feel that you have to work harder than your colleagues to be perceived as a legitimate scholar? To a Great Extent TAMUCC Publics 11 3 TAMUCC 8 3 Publics 8 27

113 To what extent do you mentor new faculty? To a Great Extent TAMUCC Publics 11 TAMUCC 8 25 Publics 8 22

114 Undergraduate Engagement Items

115 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to ask questions in class? Frequently TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 89 Publics 8 94

116 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to support their opinions with a logical argument? Frequently TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 8 Publics 8 81

117 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to seek solutions to problems and explain them to others? Frequently TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 78 Publics 8 74

118 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to revise their papers to improve their writing? Frequently TAMUCC 11 5 Publics TAMUCC 8 56 Publics 8 56

119 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to evaluate the quality or reliability of information they receive? Frequently TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 73 Publics 8 73

120 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to take risks for potential gains? Frequently TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 38 Publics 8 37

121 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to seek alternative solutions to a problem? Frequently TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 71 Publics 8 64

122 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to look up scientific research articles and resources? Frequently TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 59 Publics 8 58

123 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to explore topics on their own, even though it was not required for the class? Frequently TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 55 Publics 8 52

124 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to accept mistakes as part of the learning process? Frequently TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 51 Publics 8 48 *Item reformatted in 11 from Acknowledging failure as a necessary part of the learning process.

125 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to seek feedback on their academic work? Frequently TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 73 Publics 8 7

126 In your interactions with undergraduates, how often do you encourage them to integrate skills and knowledge from different sources and experiences?* Frequently TAMUCC Publics *New item in 11.

127 Undergraduate Education Items

128 For undergraduates, how important is developing the ability to think clearly/critically? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 99 Publics 8 1

129 For undergraduates, how important is preparing students for employment after college? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 89 Publics 8 8

130 For undergraduates, how important is preparing students for graduate or advanced education? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC 11 8 Publics TAMUCC 8 85 Publics 8 73

131 For undergraduates, how important is developing moral character? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 75 Publics 8 64

132 For undergraduates, how important is providing for students emotional development? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 6 Publics 8 42

133 For undergraduates, how important is teaching students the classic works of Western civilization?* Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics 26 *Reformatted item in 11.

134 For undergraduates, how important is helping students develop personal values? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics 11 6 TAMUCC 8 71 Publics 8 59

135 For undergraduates, how important is enhancing students self-understanding? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 73 Publics 8 67

136 For undergraduates, how important is enhancing students knowledge of and appreciation for other racial/ethnic groups? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 81 Publics 8 72

137 For undergraduates, how important is helping master knowledge in a discipline? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 95 Publics 8 94

138 For undergraduates, how important is developing creative capacities? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 79 Publics 8 82

139 For undergraduates, how important is instilling a basic appreciation of the liberal arts? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC 11 6 Publics 11 6 TAMUCC 8 59 Publics 8 67

140 For undergraduates, how important is promoting the ability to write effectively? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics 11 9 TAMUCC 8 95 Publics 8 96

141 For undergraduates, how important is helping students evaluate the quality and reliability of information? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 98 Publics 8 97

142 For undergraduates, how important is engaging students in civil discourse around controversial issues? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 74 Publics 8 68

143 For undergraduates, how important is teaching students tolerance and respect for different beliefs? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 85 Publics 8 8

144 For undergraduates, how important is encouraging students to become agents of social change? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 6 Publics 8 51

145 Evaluation/Instruction Items

146 Evaluation methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Multiple choice exams Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 42 Publics 8 31

147 Evaluation methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Essay exams Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 42 Publics 8 41

148 Evaluation methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Short-answer exams Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 46 Publics 8 43

149 Evaluation methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Quizzes Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 44 Publics 8 38

150 Evaluation methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Weekly essay assignments Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 Publics 8 22

151 Evaluation methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Student presentations Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 57 Publics 8 45

152 Evaluation methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Term/Research papers Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 49 Publics 8 43

153 Evaluation methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Student evaluations of each other s work Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics 11 TAMUCC 8 31 Publics 8 23

154 Evaluation methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Grading on a curve Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 14 Publics 8

155 Evaluation methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Competency-based grading Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 52 Publics 8 52

156 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Class discussions Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 86 Publics 8 79

157 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Cooperative learning (small groups) Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 66 Publics 8 57

158 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Experiential learning/field studies Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 39 Publics 8 29

159 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Teaching assistants Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 1 Publics 8 18

160 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Recitals/demonstrations Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 27 Publics 8 22

161 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Group projects Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 44 Publics 8 37

162 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Extensive lecturing Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 48 Publics 8 51

163 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Multiple drafts of written work Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 24 Publics 8 23

164 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Student-selected topics for course content Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics 11 TAMUCC 8 27 Publics 8 16

165 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Reflective writing/journaling Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 25 Publics 8 18

166 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Electronic quizzes with immediate feedback in class Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics 11 7 TAMUCC 8 8 Publics 8 6

167 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Using real-life problems Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 61 Publics 8 54

168 Instruction methods used in most or all undergraduate courses: Using student inquiry to drive learning Most/All Courses TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 53 Publics 8 44

169 Personal Goals/Values Items

170 For you personally, how important is becoming an authority in your field? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 63 Publics 8 68

171 For you personally, how important is influencing the political structure? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 22 Publics 8

172 For you personally, how important is influencing social values? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 43 Publics 8 37

173 For you personally, how important is raising a family? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 66 Publics 8 7

174 For you personally, how important is becoming very well-off financially? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 44 Publics 8 37

175 For you personally, how important is helping others who are in difficulty? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 69 Publics 8 62

176 For you personally, how important is adopting "green practices to protect the environment?* Very Important/Essential TAMUCC 11 6 Publics TAMUCC 8 33 Publics 8 35 *Reformatted item in 11 from Becoming involved in programs to help clean up the environment.

177 For you personally, how important is developing a meaningful philosophy of life? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 74 Publics 8 7

178 For you personally, how important is helping to promote racial understanding? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 51 Publics 8 52

179 For you personally, how important is integrating spirituality into my life? Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 54 Publics 8 4

180 For you personally, how important is making a theoretical contribution to science?* Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics 44 *New item in 11.

181 For you personally, how important is participating in a community action program?* Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics 28 *New item in 11.

182 For you personally, how important is keeping up to date with political affairs?* Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics 59 *New item in 11.

183 For you personally, how important is becoming a community leader?* Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics 18 *New item in 11.

184 For you personally, how important is mentoring the next generation of scholars?* Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics 79 *New item in 11.

185 Institutional Priorities Items

186 How important is this priority at your University? Promoting the intellectual development of students High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 87 Publics 8 85

187 How important is this priority at your University? Developing a sense of community among students and faculty High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 54 Publics 8 44

188 How important is this priority at your University? Helping students learn how to bring about change in American society High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 4 Publics 8 26

189 How important is this priority at your University? Increasing or maintaining institutional prestige High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 55 Publics 8 72

190 How important is this priority at your University? Hiring faculty stars High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 26 Publics 8 47

191 How important is this priority at your University? Recruiting more minority students High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 64 Publics 8 54

192 How important is this priority at your University? Enhancing the institution s national image High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 63 Publics 8 81

193 How important is this priority at your University? Creating a diverse multi-cultural campus environment High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics 11 5 TAMUCC 8 61 Publics 8 54

194 How important is this priority at your University? Promoting gender equity among faculty High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 49 Publics 8 55

195 How important is this priority at your University? Providing resources for faculty to engage in community-based teaching or research High/Highest Priority TAMUCC 11 3 Publics TAMUCC 8 42 Publics 8 32

196 How important is this priority at your University? Creating and sustaining partnerships with surrounding communities High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics 11 4 TAMUCC 8 54 Publics 8 45

197 How important is this priority at your University? Pursuing extramural funding High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 66 Publics 8 79

198 How important is this priority at your University? Increasing the representation of minorities in the faculty and administration High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 42 Publics 8 49

199 How important is this priority at your University? Strengthening the links with the for-profit corporate sector High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 39 Publics 8 61

200 How important is this priority at your University? Developing leadership ability among students High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 56 Publics 8 52

201 How important is this priority at your University? Increasing the representation of women in the faculty and administration Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 31 Publics 8 45

202 How important is this priority at your University? Developing an appreciation for multiculturalism High/Highest Priority TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 53 Publics 8 52

203 University Statements Items

204 To what extent do you agree: Faculty are interested in student s personal problems Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 82 Publics 8 74

205 To what extent do you agree: Racial and ethnic diversity should be more strongly reflected in the curriculum Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics 11 5 TAMUCC 8 48 Publics 8 56

206 To what extent do you agree: Faculty feel that most students are well-prepared academically Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC 11 3 Publics TAMUCC 8 32 Publics 8 45

207 To what extent do you agree: This institution should hire more faculty of color Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 65 Publics 8 75

208 To what extent do you agree: The institution should hire more women faculty Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 52 Publics 8 65

209 To what extent do you agree: Student affairs staff have the support and respect of the faculty Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 83 Publics 8 75

210 To what extent do you agree: Faculty are committed to the welfare of this institution Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 92 Publics 8 88

211 To what extent do you agree: Faculty here are strongly interested in the academic problems of undergraduates Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC 11 9 Publics TAMUCC 8 88 Publics 8 81

212 To what extent do you agree: There is a lot of campus racial conflict here Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC 11 8 Publics 11 1 TAMUCC 8 4 Publics 8 12

213 To what extent do you agree: My research is valued by faculty in my department Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 78 Publics 8 73

214 To what extent do you agree: My teaching is valued by faculty in my department Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 88 Publics 8 87

215 To what extent do you agree: Faculty of color are treated fairly here Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 92 Publics 8 87

216 To what extent do you agree: Women faculty are treated fairly here Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC 11 9 Publics TAMUCC 8 88 Publics 8 83

217 To what extent do you agree: Gay and lesbian faculty are treated fairly here Highest/High Priority TAMUCC Publics 11 9 TAMUCC 8 79 Publics 8 83

218 To what extent do you agree: Faculty are sufficiently involved in campus decision making Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 62 Publics 8 5

219 To what extent do you agree: My values are congruent with dominant institutional values Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 72 Publics 8 66

220 To what extent do you agree: The institution takes responsibility for educating underprepared students Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 65 Publics 8 6

221 To what extent do you agree: The criteria for advancement and promotion decisions are clear Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 66 Publics 8 73

222 To what extent do you agree: Most of the students I teach lack the basic skills for college level work Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 53 Publics 8 32

223 To what extent do you agree: There is adequate support for faculty development Agree Strongly/Agree Somewhat TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 56 Publics 8 69

224 University Descriptors Items

225 How well does this describe your institution? It is easy for students to see faculty outside of regular office hours Very Descriptive TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 54 Publics 8 49

226 How well does this describe your institution? Faculty are typically at odds with campus administrators Very Descriptive TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 9 Publics 8 17

227 How well does this describe your institution? Faculty here respect each other Very Descriptive TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 63 Publics 8 45

228 How well does this describe your institution? Most students are treated like numbers in a book Very Descriptive TAMUCC 11 3 Publics 11 6 TAMUCC 8 3 Publics 8 6

229 How well does this describe your institution? Faculty are rewarded for being good teachers Very Descriptive TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 11 Publics 8 13

230 How well does this describe your institution? There is respect for the expression of diverse values and beliefs Very Descriptive TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 35 Publics 8 33

231 How well does this describe your institution? Faculty are rewarded for their efforts to use instructional technology Very Descriptive TAMUCC 11 5 Publics TAMUCC 8 14 Publics 8 21

232 How well does this describe your institution? Administrators consider faculty concerns when making policy Very Descriptive TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 15 Publics 8 1

233 How well does this describe your institution? The administration is open about its policies Very Descriptive TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 15 Publics 8 14

234 Sources of Stress Items

235 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Managing household responsibilities Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 75 Publics 8 71

236 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Child care Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 33 Publics 8 29

237 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Care of an elderly parent Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics 11 5 TAMUCC 8 36 Publics 8 32

238 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? My physical health Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 58 Publics 8 49

239 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Health of spouse/partner Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 33 Publics 8 36

240 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Review/promotion process Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 53 Publics 8 51

241 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Subtle discrimination (e.g. prejudice, racism, sexism) Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 29 Publics 8 27

242 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Personal finances Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 64 Publics 8 58

243 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Committee work Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC 11 7 Publics TAMUCC 8 73 Publics 8 59

244 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Faculty meetings Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC 11 6 Publics TAMUCC 8 6 Publics 8 51

245 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Colleagues Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 58 Publics 8 63

246 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Students Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics 11 6 TAMUCC 8 67 Publics 8 62

247 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Research or publishing demands Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 72 Publics 8 68

248 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Institutional procedures or red tape Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 74 Publics 8 75

249 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Teaching load Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 63 Publics 8 57

250 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Children s problems Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 3 Publics 8 3

251 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Friction with spouse/partner Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 24 Publics 8 27

252 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Lack of personal time Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 8 Publics 8 73

253 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Keeping up with information technology Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 57 Publics 8 3

254 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Job security Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 33 Publics 8 3

255 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Being part of a dual career couple Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 44 Publics 8 42

256 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Working with underprepared students Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 67 Publics 8 56

257 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Self-imposed high expectations Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 82 Publics 8 8

258 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Change in work responsibilities Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 56 Publics 8 44

259 Extent to which the following has been a source of stress the past two years? Institutional budget cuts* Extensive/Somewhat Stressful TAMUCC Publics 86 *New item in 11.

260 Job Satisfaction Items

261 How satisfied are you with: Salary Very Important/Essential TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 38 Publics 8 47

262 How satisfied are you with: Health benefits Very Satisfied/Satisfied TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 66 Publics 8 71

263 How satisfied are you with: Retirement benefits Very Satisfied/Satisfied TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 63 Publics 8 73

264 How satisfied are you with: Opportunity for scholarly pursuits Very Satisfied/Satisfied TAMUCC 11 5 Publics TAMUCC 8 54 Publics 8 64

265 How satisfied are you with: Teaching load Very Satisfied/Satisfied TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 57 Publics 8 67

266 How satisfied are you with: Quality of students Very Satisfied/Satisfied TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 52 Publics 8 6

267 How satisfied are you with: Office/lab space Very Satisfied/Satisfied TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 74 Publics 8 7

268 How satisfied are you with: Autonomy and independence Very Satisfied/Satisfied TAMUCC Publics TAMUCC 8 85 Publics 8 87