2007 FOUR-YEAR ALUMNI SURVEY
UNIVERSITY SUMMARY REPORT
Steven Hawks
&
Bryan Kracht
Office of Assessment
Kansas State University
January, 2008
ABOUT THE 2007 FOUR-YEAR ALUMNI SURVEY
•
Surveys were sent electronically to alumni who graduated in December 2002, May 2003, and
August 2003 for whom e-mail addresses were provided by the Alumni Association.
• The Office of Assessment obtained e-mail addresses for 1,507 graduates; 200 were
undeliverable.
•
The overall response rate was 49% (636 out of 1,307).
•
We applied two new approaches to the survey process in 2007: 1) we asked the Dean of each
college to create the introductory letter (in the past it was a letter from Provost Nellis), and 2)
we promoted the Alumni surveys with articles in the @K-State electronic alumni newsletter.
There were articles published in the September and October e-newsletter about last year’s
results and inviting participation in the 2007 surveys. For comparison, the overall response
rate in 2006 was 42% (467 out of 1,114).
•
This report consists of frequencies on each question from the 2007 Four-Year Alumni survey.
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Table of Contents
Page
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 1
SELECTION OF KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY ................................................................... 5
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES POST K-STATE.................................................................. 10
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCES ............................................................................................... 12
INVOLVEMENT WITHIN YOUR COMMUNITY ................................................................... 17
SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCES IN RESPONSES BY GENDER.............................................. 23
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List of Tables
Page
TABLE 1
Demographic Information..................................................................................... 1
TABLE 2
Alumni’s Major..................................................................................................... 2
TABLE 3
Alumni Who Transferred Credits ......................................................................... 2
TABLE 4
Type of Institution Transferred From & Number of Credits Transferred............. 2
TABLE 5
Graduated with an Undergraduate Certificate and/or Minor(s) ............................ 3
TABLE 6
Present Residence ................................................................................................. 3
TABLE 7
Satisfaction with K-State ...................................................................................... 5
TABLE 8
Contribution of Growth from Experiences at K-State .......................................... 5
TABLE 9
More or Less Emphasis......................................................................................... 8
TABLE 10
Preparation for Graduate School........................................................................... 10
TABLE 11
Non-Degree Educational Programs ...................................................................... 10
TABLE 12
Advanced Degree.................................................................................................. 11
TABLE 13
Supplemental Learning Post K-State .................................................................... 11
TABLE 14
Employed Since Graduation ................................................................................. 12
TABLE 15
Alumni who Benefited from a Certificate and/or Minor(s) .................................. 12
TABLE 16
Type of Organization Alumni’s are Employed..................................................... 12
TABLE 17
Salary .................................................................................................................... 13
TABLE 18
Job Relationship to Major ..................................................................................... 14
TABLE 19
Job not Related to Major....................................................................................... 14
TABLE 20
Job Skill Requirements ......................................................................................... 14
TABLE 21
Satisfaction with Present Position......................................................................... 15
TABLE 22
Community Involvement ...................................................................................... 17
TABLE 23
Public Participation ............................................................................................... 19
TABLE 24
Public Participation Not Available ....................................................................... 20
TABLE 25
Leisure Activities .................................................................................................. 20
TABLE 26
Recommendation of K-State................................................................................. 22
TABLE 27
Significant Differences in Demographic Information (by Gender) ...................... 23
TABLE 28
Significant Differences in Choice of Starting Over at K-State (by Gender) ........ 23
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TABLE 29
Significant Differences in Growth at K-State (by Gender)................................... 23
TABLE 30
Significant Differences in Emphasis at K-State (by Gender) ............................... 24
TABLE 31
Significant Differences in Salary (by Gender)...................................................... 25
TABLE 32
Significant Differences in Organization of Employment (by Gender) ................. 25
TABLE 33
Significant Differences in Satisfaction of Present Job (by Gender) ..................... 26
TABLE 34
Significant Differences in Community Participation (by Gender) ....................... 27
TABLE 35
Significant Differences in Leisure Activities (by Gender) ................................... 27
TABLE 36
Significant Differences in Your K-State Experience Toward Leisure
Activities (by Gender)........................................................................................... 28
TABLE 37
APPENDIX A
Significant Differences in Volunteering (by Gender)........................................... 29
2007 Four-Year Alumni Survey...................................................................... 30
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INTRODUCTION
TABLE 1
Demographic Information
N
Percentage
Gender
Male
Female
I prefer not to respond
Total
291
336
9
636
45.8
52.8
1.4
100.0
Are you a U.S. citizen?
Yes
No
I prefer not to respond
Total
620
7
9
636
97.5
1.1
1.4
100.0
Ethnicity/Race
American Indian/Alaskan Native
Asian or Pacific Islander
Black, Non-Hispanic
Hispanic,/Spanish/Latin American
Mexican/Mexican American
White/Non-Hispanic
Multiracial
Other
No Response
Total
3
4
16
13
1
566
3
6
24
636
0.5
0.6
2.5
2.0
0.2
89.0
0.5
0.9
3.8
100.0
6
151
248
189
33
9
636
0.9
23.7
39.0
29.7
5.2
1.4
100.0
Age
Under 26
26
27
28 - 32
Over 32
I prefer not to respond
Total
1
TABLE 2
Alumni’s Major(s)
What was your undergraduate major?
College of Agriculture
College of Architecture
College of Arts & Sciences
College of Business
College of Education
College of Engineering
College of Human Ecology
College of Technology & Aviation
Total
N
Percentage
72
59
165
122
66
72
71
9
636
11.3
9.3
25.9
19.2
10.4
11.3
11.2
1.4
100.0
10
1
29
28
1
1
7
4
81
12.3
1.2
35.8
34.9
1.2
1.2
8.6
4.9
100.0
N
421
206
627
Percentage
67.1
32.9
100.0
What was your second major (if applicable)?
College of Agriculture
College of Architecture
College of Arts & Sciences
College of Business
College of Education
College of Engineering
College of Human Ecology
College of Technology & Aviation
Total
TABLE 3
Alumni Who Transferred Credits
Did you transfer credit to K-State from another college or university?
Yes
No
Total
TABLE 4
Type of Institution Transferred From & Number of Credits Transferred
A two year college
Another Kansas 4 year public university
An out-of-state 4 year public university
A private 4 year college or university
Other
1-20
180
55
28
23
34
21-30
55
16
8
8
3
31-40
27
4
2
3
1
41-60
35
5
3
6
1
61 +
26
1
4
2
0
2
TABLE 5
Graduated with an undergraduate certificate and/or minor(s)
Did you graduate with an undergraduate certificate or minor(s)?
Yes
No
Total
N
361
275
636
Percentage
56.8
43.2
100.0
N
1
1
8
3
17
28
1
8
8
1
15
1
3
330
1
3
1
2
3
2
60
4
10
1
2
4
8
8
1
2
8
1
4
1
4
43
Percentage
0.2
0.2
1.3
0.5
2.7
4.5
0.2
1.3
1.3
0.2
2.4
0.2
0.5
52.6
0.2
0.5
0.2
0.3
0.5
0.3
9.6
0.6
1.6
0.2
0.3
0.6
1.3
1.3
0.2
0.3
1.3
0.2
0.6
0.2
0.6
6.9
TABLE 6
Present Residence
Present residence:
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Louisiana
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
3
TABLE 6 (cont.)
Present Residence
Present residence:
Virginia
Washington
Washington, D.C.
Wisconsin
Outside the U.S.
Total
N
12
2
2
3
10
627
Percentage
1.9
0.3
0.3
0.5
1.6
100.0
4
SELECTION OF KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
TABLE 7
Satisfaction with K-State
If you could start over, would you still choose to:
Attend K-State?
Definitely No
Probably No
Uncertain
Probably Yes
Definitely Yes
Does Not Apply
Total
N
Percentage
5
11
21
108
467
1
613
0.8
1.8
3.4
17.6
76.2
0.2
100.0
Graduate with same first major?
Definitely No
Probably No
Uncertain
Probably Yes
Definitely Yes
Does Not Apply
Total
38
79
97
142
257
0
613
6.2
12.9
15.8
23.2
41.9
0.0
100.0
Graduate with same second major?
Definitely No
Probably No
Uncertain
Probably Yes
Definitely Yes
Does Not Apply
Total
18
19
43
41
45
447
613
2.9
3.1
7.0
6.7
7.3
72.9
100.0
TABLE 8
Contribution of Growth from Experiences at K-State
How much has your K-State college experience contributed to your
growth in each of the following areas?
Increasing knowledge and understanding in an academic field
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
N
Percentage
3
21
211
365
0.5
3.5
35.2
60.8
5
TABLE 8 (cont.)
Contribution of Growth from Experiences at K-State
How much has your K-State college experience contributed to your
growth in each of the following areas?
Gaining knowledge, technical skills and/or competence required for a
job/career
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
N
Percentage
3
63
252
282
0.5
10.5
42.0
47.0
Developing skills in leading or participating in groups or teams
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
3
58
245
294
0.5
9.7
40.8
49.0
Gaining knowledge that will enrich your daily life or make you a more
complete person
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
7
55
227
311
1.2
9.2
37.8
51.8
Becoming independent, self-reliant, and responsible
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
6
44
170
380
1.0
7.3
28.3
63.3
Developing an understanding and awareness of yourself (interests,
abilities, values, needs, etc.)
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
9
73
204
314
1.5
12.2
34.0
52.3
Becoming a more satisfied, responsible family member
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
38
133
236
193
6.3
22.2
39.3
32.2
Becoming more aware of world issues and pressing social, political, and
economic problems
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
25
172
252
151
4.2
28.7
42.0
25.2
6
TABLE 8 (cont.)
Contribution of Growth from Experiences at K-State
How much has your K-State college experience contributed to your
growth in each of the following areas?
Thinking critically, problem-solving
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
N
Percentage
4
52
231
313
0.7
8.7
38.5
52.2
Identifying a sense of values and priorities in life
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
19
107
243
231
3.2
17.8
40.5
38.5
Developing lasting friendships and personal ties
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
17
64
148
371
2.8
10.7
24.7
61.8
Handling personal/family finances and consumer issues
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
41
155
247
157
6.8
25.8
41.2
26.2
Increasing your intellectual curiosity
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
6
57
247
290
1.0
9.5
41.2
48.3
Caring for your mental/physical health
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
48
154
251
147
8.0
25.7
41.8
24.5
Organizing time effectively
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
14
76
261
249
2.3
12.7
43.5
41.5
Increasing a commitment to public service
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
53
172
239
136
8.8
28.7
39.8
22.7
7
TABLE 8 (cont.)
Contribution of Growth from Experiences at K-State
How much has your K-State college experience contributed to your
growth in each of the following areas?
Developing satisfying leisure time activities
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
N
Percentage
43
135
237
185
7.2
22.5
39.5
30.8
Becoming more willing to consider opposing points of view
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
16
84
280
220
2.7
14.0
46.7
36.7
Interacting and working effectively with people from different
racial/ethnic backgrounds
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
30
109
238
223
5.0
18.2
39.7
37.2
Locating and evaluating information sources
None
Little
Somewhat
Very Much
9
70
257
264
1.5
11.7
42.8
44.0
TABLE 9
More or Less Emphasis
Looking back on your college experience, do you believe (less, the
same or more) emphasis should have been placed on:
Written communications skills
Less
Same
More
N
Percentage
9
399
187
1.5
67.1
31.4
Oral communications skills
Less
Same
More
8
316
271
1.3
53.1
45.5
Mathematical skills
Less
Same
More
34
459
102
5.7
77.1
17.1
8
TABLE 9 (cont.)
More or Less Emphasis
How much has your K-State college experience contributed to your
growth in each of the following areas?
Computer skills
Less
Same
More
N
Percentage
5
283
307
0.8
47.6
51.6
Problem-solving skills
Less
Same
More
3
353
239
0.5
59.3
40.2
Learning to think and reason
Less
Same
More
2
358
235
0.3
60.2
39.5
Understanding and relating to people
Less
Same
More
9
361
225
1.5
60.7
37.8
Background in natural sciences (e.g. chemistry, biology, physics)
Less
Same
More
85
440
70
14.3
73.9
11.8
Background in social sciences (e.g. economics, sociology, psychology)
Less
Same
More
48
408
139
8.1
68.6
23.4
Background in humanities and fine arts (e.g. art, music, history)
Less
Same
More
94
393
108
15.8
66.1
18.2
Theory courses related to my major
Less
Same
More
64
392
139
10.8
65.9
23.4
Application courses related to my major(s)
Less
Same
More
7
286
302
1.2
48.1
50.8
9
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES POST K-STATE
TABLE 10
Preparation for Graduate School
How would you rate the quality of your K-State undergraduate
preparation for graduate education?
Inadequate
Fair
Good
Excellent
Total
N
Percentage
3
17
69
96
185
1.6
9.2
37.3
51.9
100.0
TABLE 11
Non-degree Educational Programs
Have you been involved in non-degree education programs?
Professional development/updating
No
Yes, One or Two
Yes, More than Two
Total
N
Percentage
277
173
169
619
44.7
27.9
27.3
100.0
Personal interest
No
Yes, One or Two
Yes, More than Two
Total
378
182
59
619
61.1
29.4
9.5
100.0
Learning new job skills
No
Yes, One or Two
Yes, More than Two
Total
312
179
128
619
50.4
28.9
20.7
100.0
Others
No
Yes, One or Two
Yes, More than Two
Total
503
69
47
619
81.3
11.1
7.6
100.0
10
TABLE 12
Advanced Degree
Have you received an advanced degree since graduating from KSU?
No, I have not attended/graduated professional school
No, but I'm currently in graduate school
Yes
Total
N
432
93
94
619
Percentage
69.8
15.0
15.2
100.0
N
Percentage
437
111
548
79.7
20.3
100.0
TABLE 13
Supplemental Learning Post K-State
Have you participated in special learning opportunities in order to
compensate for something that should have been provided in your
KSU undergraduate program?
No
Yes
Total
11
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCES
TABLE 14
Employed Since Graduation
Have you been employed since your graduation from K-State?
Yes
No
Total
N
578
15
593
Percentage
97.5
2.5
100.0
TABLE 15
Alumni who Benefited from a Certificate and/or Minor(s)
Did your certificate or minor(s) give you an advantage when
applying for jobs?
Yes
No
Total
N
Percentage
215
143
358
60.1
39.9
100.0
TABLE 16
Type of Organization Alumni’s are Employed
In what type of organization did you find full-time employment?
Agriculture
Animal care
Architecture
Aviation
Child care
Communications
Computer services
Construction
Education
Energy
Engineering
Fashion/Design/Art
Finance/Insurance
Food services
Government
Healthcare
Human resources
Legal services
N
30
2
46
0
7
13
6
21
101
8
11
3
43
4
22
47
3
7
Percentage
5.3
0.4
8.1
0.0
1.2
2.3
1.1
3.7
17.7
1.4
1.9
0.5
7.5
0.7
3.9
8.2
0.5
1.2
12
TABLE 16 (cont.)
Type of Organization Alumni’s are Employed
In what type of organization did you find full-time employment?
Manufacturing
Media
Military
Non-profit
Professional services
Public relations
Real-estate
Recreation/Fitness
Religion
Retail/Sales
Social services
Technology
Transportation
Other
Not employed/not employed full-time
Total
N
27
11
4
14
24
3
5
7
0
37
14
36
6
6
3
571
Percentage
4.7
1.9
0.7
2.5
4.2
0.5
0.9
1.2
0.0
6.5
2.5
6.3
1.1
1.1
0.5
100.0
TABLE 17
Salary
What is your annual salary?
Less than $20,000
$20,000-$29,999
$30,000-$39,999
$40,000-$49,999
$50,000-$59,999
$60,000-$69,999
$70,000-$79,999
$80,000-$89,999
$90,000-$99,999
$100,000 or more
Total
First Position
N
Percentage
62
10.8
188
32.9
197
34.4
91
15.9
27
4.7
2
0.3
2
0.3
0
0.0
1
0.2
2
0.3
572
100.0
Current Position
N
Percentage
32
5.6
62
10.8
145
25.3
124
21.7
77
13.5
72
12.6
24
4.2
14
2.4
7
1.2
15
2.6
572
100.0
13
TABLE 18
Job Relationship to Major
How closely is your job related to your undergraduate field of
study?
Major 1
Not Related
Somewhat Related
Directly Related
Total
N
Percentage
101
131
340
572
17.7
22.9
59.4
100.0
Major 2
Not Related
Somewhat Related
Directly Related
Total
419
67
86
572
73.3
11.7
15.0
100.0
TABLE 19
Job Not Related to Major
If you indicated that your job is not related or only somewhat related to your major,
what is the principle reason?
N
I looked, but could not find a job closely related to my major
My major had no direct connection with specific employment opportunities
I confined my job search to a specific city or region
My job search was limited due to a need to match my career interest with someone else's
I developed new career interests after leaving college
The jobs in my field did not pay well
The jobs in my field did not offer opportunities for advancement
I found an exceptional opportunity in an unrelated field
Others
52
44
45
8
77
35
11
45
56
TABLE 20
Job Skill Requirements
What types of skills does your job require (check all that apply)
A computer
Conducting research
Extensive training
Math skills
Problem solving/Analytical reasoning
Speaking to a group
Use of specialized machinery
Use of specialized software
Working with a diverse group of people
Writing reports, memos, papers, publications, etc.
N
546
343
241
374
524
441
101
413
474
408
14
TABLE 21
Satisfaction with Present Position
Indicate your satisfaction with the following aspects of your present
job:
N
Percentage
Salary/benefits
Very Dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very Satisfied
29
83
120
252
88
5.1
14.5
21.0
44.1
15.4
Location
Very Dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very Satisfied
8
38
102
207
217
1.4
6.6
17.8
36.2
37.9
Opportunity to use your qualifications
Very Dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very Satisfied
18
49
103
199
203
3.1
8.6
18.0
34.8
35.5
Opportunity to advance
Very Dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very Satisfied
37
66
118
191
160
6.5
11.5
20.6
33.4
28.0
Prestige/recognition
Very Dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very Satisfied
24
65
173
193
117
4.2
11.4
30.2
33.7
20.5
Interest/challenge of work
Very Dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very Satisfied
15
42
106
198
211
2.6
7.3
18.5
34.6
36.9
Working conditions
Very Dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very Satisfied
16
44
103
210
199
2.8
7.7
18.0
36.7
34.8
15
TABLE 21 (cont.)
Satisfaction with Present Position
Indicate your satisfaction with the following aspects of your present
job:
Opportunity to learn
Very Dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very Satisfied
N
Percentage
18
32
98
192
232
3.1
5.6
17.1
33.6
40.6
16
INVOLVEMENT WITHIN YOUR COMMUNITY
TABLE 22
Community Involvement
N
Percentage
What percentage of your gross income goes to charitable
organizations (including religious groups)?
None
1-5%
6-10%
More than 10%
Total
99
392
67
29
587
16.9
66.8
11.4
4.9
100.0
How often do you vote in local, state or national elections?
Never
Rarely
Occasionally
Usually
Always
Total
34
64
110
246
133
587
5.8
10.9
18.7
41.9
22.7
100.0
Have you contributed time or money to support a political candidate
or issue?
No
Yes, once or twice
Yes, three or more times
Total
496
68
21
585
84.8
11.6
3.6
100.0
To what degree did your undergraduate experiences contribute to
your interest and motivation to become involved in community
activities?
Not at all
Slightly
Quite a bit
Very Much
Total
144
317
109
17
587
24.5
54.0
18.6
2.9
100.0
17
TABLE 22 (cont.)
Community Involvement
N
Percentage
To what degree did your KSU undergraduate experiences contribute
to your current leisure interests?
Not at all
Slightly
Quite a bit
Very Much
Total
95
312
147
25
579
16.4
53.9
25.4
4.3
100.0
Have you been a member of a volunteer group devoted to serving
members of the community (e.g., scouts, League of Women Voters,
hospice, 4-H, religious organizations, hospital volunteer, volunteer
coach?)
No
Yes
Total
301
247
548
54.9
45.1
100.0
Have you been a member of a community service group?
No
Yes
Total
481
68
549
87.6
12.4
100.0
Have you been appointed to serve on a city, county, state, or federal
committee or commission?
No
Yes
Total
521
24
545
95.6
4.4
100.0
Have you been elected to any city, county, state, or federal office(s)?
No
Yes
Total
544
6
550
98.9
1.1
100.0
Have you participated in special learning activities related to any of
the activities listed above?
No
Yes
Total
512
31
543
94.3
5.7
100.0
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TABLE 23
Public Participation
In the past twelve months, how often have you participated in the
following activities?
N
Percentage
Attended plays/dramas
None
1-2 times
3-5 times
6-10 times
10 or more times
236
241
71
21
10
40.8
41.6
12.3
3.6
1.7
Attended concerts/recitals
None
1-2 times
3-5 times
6-10 times
10 or more times
164
212
134
41
28
28.3
36.6
23.1
7.1
4.8
Attended athletic events
None
1-2 times
3-5 times
6-10 times
10 or more times
42
100
125
93
219
7.3
17.3
21.6
16.1
37.8
Visited museums, galleries, zoos
None
1-2 times
3-5 times
6-10 times
10 or more times
86
238
155
59
41
14.9
41.1
26.8
10.2
7.1
Attended lectures
None
1-2 times
3-5 times
6-10 times
10 or more times
270
151
75
32
51
46.6
26.1
13.0
5.5
8.8
Performed: music, drama, art
None
1-2 times
3-5 times
6-10 times
10 or more times
458
63
21
7
30
79.1
10.9
3.6
1.2
5.2
Traveled to new places
None
1-2 times
3-5 times
6-10 times
10 or more times
63
151
184
86
95
10.9
26.1
31.8
14.9
16.4
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TABLE 23 (cont.)
Public Participation
In the past twelve months, how often have you participated in the
following activities?
Gone to the movies
None
1-2 times
3-5 times
6-10 times
10 or more times
N
Percentage
38
126
165
96
154
6.6
21.8
28.5
16.6
26.6
TABLE 24
Public Participation Not Available
Referring back to the previous question, please mark activities that are rarely or
never available in your community
Plays/dramas
Concerts/recitals
Athletic events
Museums, galleries, zoos
Lectures
Music, drama, art
Opportunities to travel to new places
Movies
N
75
70
16
68
107
77
54
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TABLE 25
Leisure Activities
How often do you participate in the following activities for leisure
N
Percentage
Reading for general information
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
4
86
241
248
0.7
14.9
41.6
42.8
Reading for pleasure
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
29
134
177
239
5.0
23.1
30.6
41.3
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TABLE 25 (cont.)
Leisure Activities
How often do you participate in the following activities for leisure
N
Percentage
Watching public television
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
71
225
153
130
12.3
38.9
26.4
22.5
Watching other television
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
16
72
162
329
2.8
12.4
28.0
56.8
Participating in a study or group discussion
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
232
190
91
66
40.1
32.8
15.7
11.4
Creative hobbies (arts, woodworking, pottery, etc.)
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
112
197
164
106
19.3
34.0
28.3
18.3
Sports/fitness activities
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
18
115
185
261
3.1
19.9
32.0
45.1
Using library resources
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
156
205
122
96
26.9
35.4
21.1
16.6
Participation in family activities
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
14
75
162
328
2.4
13.0
28.0
56.6
Outdoor recreation (gardening, camping, lawn care, etc.)
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
31
113
198
237
5.4
19.5
34.2
40.9
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TABLE 25 (cont.)
Leisure Activities
How often do you participate in the following activities for leisure
N
Percentage
Watching movies
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
11
130
205
233
1.9
22.5
35.4
40.2
Using the Internet
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
1
17
54
507
0.2
2.9
9.3
87.6
Computer and video games
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
232
182
88
77
40.1
31.4
15.2
13.3
TABLE 26
Recommendation of K-State
Would you recommend K-State to a potential student?
Yes
No
Total
N
Percentage
561
9
570
98.4
1.6
100.0
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SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCES IN RESPONSES BY GENDER
TABLE 27
Significant Differences in Demographic Information (by Gender)
Male
Age*
Under 26
26
27
28 - 32
Over 32
Female
Percentages
1.0
13.4
38.1
41.9
5.5
0.9
33.3
40.8
19.9
5.1
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
TABLE 28
Significant Differences in Choice of Starting Over at K-State (by Gender)
If you could start over, would you still choose to:
Male
Graduate with same first major*
Definitely no
Probably no
Uncertain
Probably yes
Definitely yes
5.3
9.5
12.0
27.9
45.2
Female
Percentages
7.0
15.8
19.1
19.1
39.1
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
TABLE 29
Significant Differences in Growth at K-State (by Gender)
How much has your K-State college experience contributed to your growth
in each of the following areas?
Male
Female
Percentages
Developing an understanding and awareness of yourself (interests, abilities,
values, needs, etc.)*
None
Little
Somewhat
Very much
2.5
14.2
36.4
46.9
0.6
10.5
32.0
56.9
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
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TABLE 29 (cont.)
Significant Differences in Growth at K-State (by Gender)
How much has your K-State college experience contributed to your growth
in each of the following areas?
Male
Female
Percentages
Becoming a more satisfied, responsible family member*
None
Little
Somewhat
Very much
7.3
25.1
44.7
22.9
5.5
19.7
34.8
40.0
Identifying a sense of values and priorities in life*
None
Little
Somewhat
Very much
3.3
20.7
47.3
28.7
3.1
15.4
34.8
46.8
Caring for your mental/physical health*
None
Little
Somewhat
Very much
9.8
26.9
44.0
19.3
6.5
24.6
40.0
28.9
Increasing a commitment to public services*
None
Little
Somewhat
Very much
12.0
34.2
39.3
14.5
6.2
24.0
40.3
29.5
Interacting and working effectively with people from different racial/ethnic
backgrounds*
None
Little
Somewhat
Very much
4.4
20.7
43.3
31.6
5.5
16.0
36.6
41.8
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
TABLE 30
Significant Differences in Emphasis at K-State (by Gender)
Looking back on your college experience, do you believe (less, same, or
more) emphasis should have been placed on:
Male
Female
Percentages
Background in humanities and fine arts (e.g. art, music, history)*
Less
Same
More
24.6
58.8
16.5
8.4
72.1
19.5
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
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TABLE 31
Significant Differences in Salary (by Gender)
Male
Female
Percentages
What was your starting annual salary in your first position?*
Less than $20,000
$20,000-$29,999
$30,000-$39,999
$40,000-$49,999
$50,000-$59,999
$60,000-$69,999
$70,000-$79,999
$80,000-$89,999
$90,000-$99,999
$100,000 or more
5.0
23.4
39.1
24.9
6.9
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.8
15.8
40.8
30.5
8.4
2.9
0.6
0.6
0.0
0.3
0.0
What is your current annual salary?*
Less than $20,000
$20,000-$29,999
$30,000-$39,999
$40,000-$49,999
$50,000-$59,999
$60,000-$69,999
$70,000-$79,999
$80,000-$89,999
$90,000-$99,999
$100,000 or more
1.5
6.1
15.3
24.5
16.9
20.3
6.1
3.1
1.1
5.0
9.0
14.8
33.8
19.3
10.6
6.1
2.6
1.9
1.3
0.6
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
TABLE 32
Significant Differences in Organization of Employment (by Gender)
In what type of organization did you find full-time employment?*
Agriculture
Animal care
Architecture
Aviation
Child care
Communications
Computer services
Construction
Education
Energy
Engineering
Fashion/Design/Art
Finance/Insurance
Food services
Government
Male
7.7
0.8
10.3
0.0
0.0
3.5
2.3
6.9
7.3
1.5
2.3
0.4
8.8
0.4
4.6
Female
Percentages
3.2
0.0
6.1
0.0
2.3
1.3
0.0
1.0
26.4
1.3
1.0
0.6
6.4
1.0
2.9
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
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TABLE 32 (cont.)
Significant Differences in Organization of Employment (by Gender)
In what type of organization did you find full-time employment?*
Healthcare
Human resources
Legal services
Manufacturing
Media
Military
Non-profit
Professional services
Public relations
Real-estate
Recreation/Fitness
Religion
Retail/Sales
Social services
Technology
Transportation
Other
Not employed full-time/not employed
Male
5.0
0.4
1.5
6.1
1.9
1.5
1.1
4.2
0.0
1.1
1.9
0.0
5.4
0.0
10.3
1.1
1.1
0.0
Female
Percentages
10.9
0.6
1.0
3.5
1.9
0.3
3.5
3.9
1.0
0.6
0.6
0.0
7.4
4.5
2.9
1.0
1.3
1.0
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
TABLE 33
Significant Differences in Satisfaction of Present Job (by Gender)
Indicate your satisfaction with the following aspects of your present job:
Male
Female
Percentages
Salary/benefits*
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
2.3
9.6
23.8
47.5
16.9
7.4
18.6
18.6
41.2
14.1
Opportunity to advance*
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
3.1
9.6
18.4
35.6
33.3
9.3
13.2
22.5
31.5
23.5
Interest/challenge of work*
Very dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
1.1
6.9
17.6
31.8
42.5
3.9
7.7
19.3
37.0
32.2
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
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TABLE 34
Significant Differences in Community Participation (by Gender)
Male
Female
Percentages
Have you contributed time or money to support a political candidate or
issue?*
No
Yes, once or twice
Yes, three or more times
81.2
13.2
5.6
87.8
10.3
1.9
To what degree did your undergraduate experiences contribute to your
interest and motivation to become involved in community activities?*
Not at all
Slightly
Quite a bit
Very much
27.6
57.1
13.1
2.2
21.9
51.4
23.2
3.4
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
TABLE 35
Significant Differences in Leisure Activities (by Gender)
Male
Female
Percentages
Attended athletic events*
None
1 – 2 times
3 – 5 times
6 – 10 times
10 or more times
4.5
15.5
20.1
16.3
43.6
9.5
18.7
22.9
15.9
33.0
Reading for general information*
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
0.8
20.1
39.4
39.8
0.6
10.5
43.5
45.4
Reading for pleasure*
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
9.5
33.7
30.7
26.1
1.3
14.3
30.5
54.0
Watching public television*
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
14.0
43.2
25.8
17.0
10.8
35.2
27.0
27.0
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
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TABLE 35 (cont.)
Significant Differences in Leisure Activities (by Gender)
Male
Female
Percentages
Participating in a study or discussion group*
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
44.7
34.1
12.5
8.7
36.2
31.7
18.4
31.7
Creative hobbies (arts, woodworking, pottery, etc.)*
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
26.1
35.6
22.7
15.5
13.7
32.7
33.0
20.6
Using library resources*
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
35.2
39.8
16.7
8.3
20.0
31.7
24.8
23.5
Participation in family activities*
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
2.7
18.2
34.1
45.1
2.2
8.6
22.9
66.3
Computer and video games*
Never
Seldom
Occasionally
Often
28.4
34.8
17.0
19.7
49.8
28.6
13.7
7.9
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
TABLE 36
Significant Differences in Your K-State Experience Toward Leisure Activities (by Gender)
Male
To what degree did your K-State undergraduate experience contribute to
your current leisure interests?*
Not at all
Slightly
Quite a bit
Very much
13.6
49.6
30.7
6.1
Female
Percentages
18.7
57.5
21.0
2.9
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
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TABLE 37
Significant Differences in Volunteering (by Gender)
Male
Female
Percentages
Have you been a member of a volunteer group devoted to serving
members of the community (e.g. scouts, League of Women Voters, hospice,
4-H, religious organizations, hospital volunteer, volunteer coach, etc.)*
No
Yes
61.5
38.5
49.7
50.3
Have you participated in special learning activities related to any of the
activities listed above?*
No
Yes
97.5
2.5
91.8
8.2
* Significant differences exist between female and male respondents on this item. (p<.05)
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Appendix A:
2007 Four-Year Alumni Survey
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