Your participation in the Campus Diversity survey is requested by the Academic Interdisciplinary Committee on Access and Diversity. It is the purpose of this committee to assess the University’s climate relative to diversity, access, inclusion, and multiculturalism. The purpose of this survey is to assess attitudes, behaviors, and experiences of students. Please answer all survey questions as directed.

Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey.

Please answer the following questions:

1. Are you Hispanic or Latino?
   
   A)Yes
   B) No
   
   
2. What is your ethnicity? Select one or more races from the following racial groups:
   
   A)Hispanic or Latino of any race; and, for individuals who are non-Hispanic/Latino only,
   B) American Indian or Alaska Native,
   C) Asian,
   D) Black or African American,
   E) Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander,
   F) White
   
   
3. To which age group do you belong?
   
   A) 25 and under
   B) 26 – 39
   C) 40 – 54
   D) 55+
   
   
4. What is your sex?
   
   A) Male
   B) Female
   
   
5. What is your sexual orientation?
   
   A) Heterosexual
   B) Bisexual
   C) Lesbian/Gay
   D) Transsexual
   
   
6. Do you have a disability?
   
   A) Yes
   B) No
   
   
7. What is your enrollment status?
   
   A) Full-time (12+ credits)
   B) Part-time (less than 12 credits)
   
   
   
8. What type of degree are you seeking?
   
   A) Undergraduate
   B) Graduate
   
   
9. My major area of concentration/major is in the following school/college:
   
   A) College of Arts and Sciences
   B) College of Business
   C) College of Education
   D) College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science
   E) College of Health Sciences
   F) School of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences
   G) School of Graduate Studies and Research
   H) School of Nursing
   I) College of Public Service and Urban Affairs


For the following questions, answer as follows: A – Strongly Agree; B – Agree; C – Disagree; D – Strongly Disagree E-No Opinion

Please indicate to what degree you agree with the following statements:


10. My experiences since coming to TSU have led me to become more aware of multiculturalism, diversity, and inclusion.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
11. At TSU I feel I need to minimize various characteristics of my culture (e.g. language, dress) to be able to fit in.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
12. In my experiences, students of different backgrounds participate equally in activities and discussions.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
13. TSU has done a good job providing programs and activities that promote inclusion, diversity, and multicultural sensitivity.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
14. TSU is committed to ensuring respect for diversity, inclusion, and multiculturalism.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
15. Student leadership positions at TSU are generally filled by people who reflect diversity.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
16. I feel comfortable discussing diversity and inclusion issues at the University.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
17. Students are accepted and respected regardless of their background.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
18. I feel welcomed and respected at TSU.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
19. TSU has visible leadership that fosters diversity, access, multiculturalism, and inclusion.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
20. The University clearly communicates its commitment to diversity, access, multiculturalism and inclusion.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
21. TSU provides an environment for the free and open expression of ideas, opinions, and beliefs.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
22. I would recommend TSU to others as a good place to pursue their education.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
23. Attending programs on diversity, inclusion, and multiculturalism contributes to the goal of building a unified community at TSU.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
24. The TSU faculty and staff show respect for students of all backgrounds.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
25. My experience at TSU has helped me to be more sensitive to inappropriate behavior towards groups other than which I belong.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
26. TSU should offer freshmen workshops on diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
27. Discrimination should not be tolerated at the University.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
28. People who work at TSU support diversity and inclusion.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
29. TSU should promote more events and programs that recognize distinctive cultural heritage.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
30. TSU should promote more events and programs that recognize differing sexual orientations.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
31. TSU should promote more events and programs that recognize gender differences.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
32. TSU recognizes and rewards employees who consider the diverse needs of students and colleagues.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
33. I believe TSU is preparing me to work in a diverse environment.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
For the following questions, please answer as follows:
A – Yes, B – No


34. The University should have more art, music, and cultural events that recognize:
    
    Diverse cultures: A)Yes B) No
    Various sexual orientations/gender identity: A)Yes B) No
    Disabled individuals: A)Yes B) No
    
    
35. I am treated fairly with respect to my:
    
    Gender: A)Yes B) No
    Race/ethnicity: A)Yes B) No
    Disability: A)Yes B) No
    Sexual orientation/gender identity. A)Yes B) No
    Age A)Yes B) No
    Religious affiliation: A)Yes B) No
    
    
36. Have you heard a student make an insensitive or disparaging remark about:
    
    Gay, lesbian, transgender, or bisexual persons: A)Yes B) No
    Non-native English speaking persons: A)Yes B) No
    Persons of particular economic backgrounds: A)Yes B) No
    Persons with a disability: A)Yes B) No
    Persons of a particular racial/ethnicity: A)Yes B) No
    A particular religious affiliation: A)Yes B) No
    Women: A)Yes B) No
    Men: A)Yes B) No
    Persons over 40 years old: A)Yes B) No
    
    
37. Have you heard a faculty member make an insensitive or disparaging remark about:
    
    Gay, lesbian, transgender, or bisexual persons: A)Yes B) No
    Non-native English speaking persons: A)Yes B) No
    Persons of particular economic backgrounds: A)Yes B) No
    Persons with a disability: A)Yes B) No
    Persons of a particular racial/ethnicity: A)Yes B) No
    A particular religious affiliation: A)Yes B) No
    Women: A)Yes B) No
    Men: A)Yes B) No
    Persons over 40 years old: A)Yes B) No
    
    
38. Have you heard a staff person make an insensitive or disparaging remark about:
    
    Gay, lesbian, transgender, or bisexual persons: A)Yes B) No
    Non-native English speaking persons: A)Yes B) No
    Persons of particular economic backgrounds: A)Yes B) No
    Persons with a disability: A)Yes B) No
    Persons of a particular racial/ethnicity: A)Yes B) No
    A particular religious affiliation: A)Yes B) No
    Women: A)Yes B) No
    Men: A)Yes B) No
    Persons over 40 years old: A)Yes B) No
    
    
39. Have you felt discriminated or harassed on this campus? (If yes, proceed to next question; If no, proceed to question 42).
    
    A) Yes B) No
    


40. What was the basis for the discriminatory behavior?
    
    Age
    Race/Color/Ethnicity
    Gender
    Sexual orientation/gender identity
    Disability
    Religion
    Socio/Economic Status
    


41. Faculty recognize and value the diversity that exists in their students.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
42. TSU should have a requirement that students take at least one course on multiculturalism, diversity, or inclusion.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
43. TSU should increase the diversity content in courses throughout the curriculum.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
44. The curriculum in my department reflects the contributions of diverse perspectives.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
45. Diversity issues are important to think about in relation to one’s research and scholarship.
    
    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion
    
    
The next section permits participants to provide feedback about diversity inclusion, and multiculturalism in their own words. Please respond to the following:


46. What suggestions do you have to promote diversity inclusion, and multiculturalism at TSU?




47. What obstacles do you observe to diversity, inclusion, and multiculturalism at TSU?
    
    




48. Any other comments or suggestions?
    
    



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