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Will Barratt
Evaluation of the Mentoring Program for Minorities Survey
Indiana State University
Daniel L. McSpadden
PROGRAM SURVEY
MENTORING FOR MINORITIES PROGRAM
RESIDENTIAL LIFE
INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
(For statistical purposes only)
How old are you?___ What is your major?___
Sex M/F__ What is your classification?___
Did either of your parents graduate from college?
________ yes-both
________ yes-one
________ neither
How many semesters did you live in the residence halls?____
Do you work part-time to help finance your education? _____
How many hours do you work per week?
____under 10
____10-20
____20 or more
What is your G. P. A.?
_____4.00- 3.00
_____2.99- 2.50
_____2.49- 2.00
_____Below 2.00
For the following statements indicate whether you
Strongly Agree(A)
Agree (B)
Disagree (C)
Strongly Disagree (D)
Unable to Evaluate (E).
Mark the letter for your response on the answer sheet provided.
PART 1
General Academic Environment
1. The academic support programs have _____
been helpful to me at ISU.
2. The social support programs have been _____
beneficial to me at ISU.
3. Informal contact with professors has _____
influenced my satisfaction as a student.
4. Interaction with other African American _____
students has had a positive impact on my
experience at ISU.
5. Issues concerning African American students _____
were given adequate coverage during freshmen
orientation.
6. I encountered problems attempting to acquire _____
financial aid, scholarships, and work-study.
7. I utilized student support services (e.g. _____
tutoring services, writing center, health
promotions facilities) on a regular basis.
8. I experienced positive social interactions _____
with non African American students.
9. I participated in African American student _____
organizations during my freshmen year.
10. I feel a sense of belonging; a part of the _____
university.
11. Overall, the university has made a real effort _____
to retain African American students.
12. My first year experience was enhanced by living _____
In the residence hall.
13. Unity and networking among minority students _____
has been promoted through educational, social,
and cultural programming.
14. I was often the only African American student _____
in my classes during my freshmen year.
15. I feel my professors were sensitive to the _____
fact that I may have been uncomfortable or
intimidated by being the only, or one of the
few African Americans in class.
16. My professors were responsive when I went _____
to their offices, during their office hours
to receive extra instruction.
17. My academic advisor was very helpful in _____
guiding me through the curriculum to ensure
that I was meeting all graduation requirements.
Part 2.
Evaluate the Mentoring for Minorities Program (MiPhiMi) Please
circle the appropriate response to each item
18. MiPhiMi has a positive image among African _____
American students.
19. MiPhiMi provides a support network for African _____
American students to excel academically.
20. My relationship with my mentor was a key factor _____
in helping me get through my freshmen year.
21. MiPhiMi was very helpful in helping me deal with _____
the transition from high school to college.
22. MiPhiMi has helped me become more involved in _____
other campus activities.
23. MiPhiMi has provided me with opportunities to _____
interact with members of faculty, staff, and
administrators.
24. MiPhiMi promotes unity and networking among _____
African American students by providing social,
cultural, and educational programs.
25. MiPhiMi is a program that should be continued. _____
26. In what capacity did you participate in the program?
_____ Mentor
_____ Mentee
_____ Both
27. What year(s) did you participate in the program?
_____ 89-90 pilot _____ 90-91
_____ 91-92 _____ 92-93
_____ 93-94 _____ 94-95
_____ Fall 95
28. What motivated you to participate in MiPhiMi?
_____ recruited
_____ recommended by faculty or
administrator
_____ parents influence
_____ other friends did
_____ own initiative
29. How do you feel about the quality of instruction for African
American students at ISU?