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 faculty and staff. Your response will be completely anonymous. 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 employment classification?

    A) Staff
    B) Faculty

    8. For the following questions, please mark your survey 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:

  8. 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

  9. 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

  10. In my experiences, TSU employees of different backgrounds participate equally in activities and discussions.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  11. 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

  12. TSU is committed to ensuring respect for diversity, inclusion, and multiculturalism.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  13. I feel welcomed and respected at TSU.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  14. TSU has visible leadership that fosters diversity, access, multiculturalism, and inclusion.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  15. 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

  16. I have the flexibility to adjust my schedule to meet important personal needs.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  17. 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

  18. TSU has increased efforts to recruit both students and employees from diverse populations.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  19. I would recommend TSU to others as a good place to go to work

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  20. 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

  21. 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

  22. 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

  23. TSU should offer professional development workshops on diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  24. Discrimination should not be tolerated at the University.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  25. Staff employees are treated and respected the same as faculty and academic staff.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  26. My fellow faculty and staff and colleagues treat me with the same respect as they show other faculty and staff.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  27. People who work at TSU support diversity and inclusion.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  28. Education about diversity and inclusion will enhance my performance at the University.

    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 heritages.

    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 am well prepared to work in a diverse environment.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  34. TSU should provide incentives for innovative practices that promote diversity, inclusion, or multiculturalism.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

    35. For the following questions, please mark your survey as follows:
    A) Yes B) No

  35. 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

  36. Employees in my department demonstrate a commitment to meet the needs:

    Of different racial/ethnic groups: A)Yes B) No
    Of disabled individuals: A)Yes B) No
    Persons of a different gender: A)Yes B) No
    Persons of a different sexual orientation/gender identity: A)Yes B) No
    Persons of different ages: A)Yes B) No
    Persons of different religious groups: A)Yes B) No

  37. 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

  38. 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

  39. 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

  40. 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

  41. Have you felt discriminated or harassed on this campus?
    (If yes, proceed to next question; If no, proceed to question 43).

    A) Yes B) No

  42. What was the basis for the discriminatory behavior?

    Age
    Race/Color/Ethnicity
    Gender
    Sexual orientation/gender identity
    Disability
    Religion
    Socio/Economic Status

    43. If you identified as a faculty member, please complete the following questions. If you are not a member of the faculty, skip to question 53.

  43. Instructors recognize and value the diversity that exists in their students.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  44. TSU supports the development of a wide variety of academic programs and curriculum.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  45. 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

  46. TSU should increase the diversity content in courses throughout the curriculum.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  47. My college/school is placing sufficient emphasis on recruiting a diverse faculty.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  48. My college/school is placing sufficient emphasis on promoting a diverse faculty.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  49. I believe that my curriculum should be transformed to incorporate diversity/multiculturalism in terms of content and methods of teaching.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  50. The curriculum in my department reflects the contributions of diverse perspectives.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

  51. 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

  52. It is important to understand how diversity issues impact learning in the classroom.

    A – Strongly Agree
    B – Agree
    C – Disagree
    D – Strongly Disagree
    E – No Opinion

    53. The next section permits participants to provide feedback about diversity inclusion, and multiculturalism in their own words.

    Please respond to the following:

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

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

  55. Any other comments or suggestions?



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