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University Surveys

Conducting surveys provides Western Illinois University an opportunity to obtain input on a variety of issues. This input is a valuable tool in providing information to facilitate decision making in conjunction with Western's commitment to continuous improvement. While most surveys are campus based and driven by local issues and interests, Western also participates in a number of national surveys that help Western assess itself in comparison with other universities nationwide. This website helps make the campus and external community aware of Western's survey efforts and provides easy access to survey results and trends.

All official University Surveys administered and reported through this website have met the guidelines established by Western's Institutional Research Board to ensure the protection of the human subjects participating in the surveys, including confidentiality and their right to privacy.

National Benchmarking Efforts

Participating in national survey efforts helps Western assess its performance in comparison with national norms to help guide continuous quality improvements in meeting the University's strategic plan efforts and initiatives.

National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE)

The NSSE measures the actual experiences students report regarding their academic and personal development. With Western's commitment to the core values of Academic Excellence, Educational Opportunity, Personal Growth, and Social Responsibility, the NSSE provides an excellent benchmarking tool to measure progress in achieving our strategic planning goals. NSSE provide 5 key benchmarks of effective student engagement: 1) level of academic challenge, 2) active and collaborative learning, 3) student-faculty interactions, 4) enriching educational experiences, and 5) supportive campus environment. After seveeral consecutive years of participation, Western now participates in NSSE on a rotating schedule, inviting all freshman and senior students to provide their perspective.

Western's NSSE Results

 

Former Benchmarking Survey Initiatives

Local Survey Efforts

Graduating Senior Survey

Beginning in 2008, all seniors who are scheduled to graduate each semester are invited to participate in an online survey that helps evaluate their academic, social, and personal experience as a Western student. Results can then be analyzed each semester, yearly, over time, or by areas of study, providing valuable information regarding Western's success in meeting its Higher Values in Higher Education strategic planning goals from a student perspective.

 

Campus Surveys

Prior Campus Survey Archives by Academic Year

 

2011-2012 Campus Survey Initiatives
  • Dads' Weekend 2012 Evaluation
  • Survey of Academic Advisors
  • Faculty Senate Year 1 Assessment of President Thomas
  • Early Grade Warning System - Student Survey
  • Early Grade Warning System - Faculty Survey
  • Go West Use/Satisfaction Survey
  • Summer School 2012 - Student Interest Survey
  • Summer School 2012 - Faculty Interest Survey
  • Intramural Sports Learning Outcomes Survey
  • Political Bias in the Classroom Survey
  • Social Work Majors - Relational Orientation Inventory Survey
  • Social Work Majors - Actualization Diagnostic Construct Survey
  • Freshman & Junior Advising Satisfaction Survey
  • Faculty Senate Committee Interest Survey
  • CAS Essential Academy Skills Committee Survey
  • RPTA Course Evaluations - Spring 2012
  • Study Abroad Program Evaluation - Spring 2012 Abroad
  • Sodexho Campus Dining Survey - Spring 2012
  • RPTA 110 Pre/Post Survey - Spring 2012
  • Library "Short Course" Evaluation - Spring 2012
  • Student Interest in Any Level of Athletic Participation - Spring 2012
  • SW340 - Relational Orientation Inventory Comparison
  • SW340 - Actualization Diagnostic Construct Comparison
  • Civil Service Employee of the Year Voting
  • RPTA Course Evaluations - Fall 2011
  • Family Weekend 2011 Survey
  • Parent & Family Association Changes Reaction Survey
  • Math Department Graduate Program Alumni Survey
  • Employee Workplace Experience Survey
  • Take Back the Night Survey
  • Housing Renewal Focus Group Interest Survey
  • International Student Orientation Survey
  • Break/Continuous Housing Survey
  • Financial Aid Satisfaction Survey
  • Study Abroad Program Evaluation - Fall 2011 Abroad
  • Student Interest in Any Level of Athletic Participation - Fall 2011
  • SW313 Class Survey - Student & Family Communication
  • SW313 Class Survey - Adoption Reunification
  • SW313 Class Survey - Attitudes Toward Binge Drinking
  • SW313 Class Survey - Student Perception of Prisoners
  • SW313 Class Survey - Internet Communication & Relationships
  • SW313 Class Survey - Communication Technology & College Students
  • SW313 Class Survey - Domestic Violence & Resource Availability
  • SW313 Class Survey - Education & Teen Pregnancy
  • SW313 Class Survey - Poverty in America
  • SW313 Class Survey - Student Stress & Coping
  • SW313 Class Survey - ADHD Diagnosis Satisfaction
  • SW313 Class Survey - Technology & Relationships
  • SW313 Class Survey - Changing Majors
  • RPTA 110 Pre/Post Survey - Fall 2011
  • Sodexho Campus Dining Survey - Fall 2011
  • Moms' Weekend 2011 Survey
  • Study Abroad Opportunities
  • WIU Mock Presidential Election Survey
  • SOAR Mobile Computing Survey
  • NCAA Division I Women's Soccer and OTC Pain Relievers
  • Danish Cycling Survey (in Danish)
  • Arts Event Guide
  • Audit Case Study
  • Recreation, Play, etc. Semantic Differential Study
  • Library "Short Course" Evaluation - Fall 2011
  • Study Abroad Program Evaluation - Summer 2011 Abroad
  • Social Networking & Social Work Practicum Field Instructors
  • HS Athlete Opinion of Anabolic Steroids
  • Emotion and Mindfulness in Athletes
  • Library Online Course Evaluation - Summer 2011
  • ISAS Membership Questionnaire
  • Campus Visit Evaluation - continuous
  • Senior Survey - Summer, Fall, and Spring
  • ISM Steel Buyers Forum Survey - monthly