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Climate Cam
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Domains of
Student Climate
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Domains of
Employee Climate
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Survey Scale
Reference Points for Interpreting Mean Ratings
 1 – Strongly Disagree
 2 –Disagree
 3 –Neutral
 4 –Agree
 5 –Strongly Agree
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Survey Sample
Sample
 486 Employees
 833 Students
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Demographics
Employee Demographics
Table A-1. Employee Gender and Ethnic Background
Gender
#
261
Female
205
Male
Total
466
Ethnicity
#
White/Caucasian
182
Hispanic/Latino
154
Asian/Asian-American
44
Two or more races
30
Black/African-American
12
Filipino
3
Native American/Alaskan
2
Other
33
Total
461
%
56.0%
44.0%
100.0%
%
39.6%
33.5%
9.6%
6.5%
2.6%
0.7%
0.4%
7.2%
100.0%
Note: Not all respondents indicated gender and/or ethnicity.
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Employee Demographics
Figure A-1. Employees by Years Employed at RHC
50%
40%
30%
21.7%
22.1%
20.4%
16.5%
20%
8.8%
10%
8.3%
2.3%
0%
Less than
one year
1-5 yrs
6-10 yrs
11-15 yrs
16-20 yrs
21 yrs or
greater
Prefer not to
say
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Employee Demographics
Figure A-2. Employees by Type
50%
40%
32.0%
30%
20%
10%
24.5%
21.0%
12.0%
5.0%
5.6%
0%
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Student Demographics
Table B-1. Student Gender and Ethnic Background
Gender
#
%
Female
451
54.6%
Male
375
45.4%
Total
Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino
Asian/Asian-American
826
#
586
68
100.0%
%
71.1%
8.3%
48
5.8%
Black/African-American
8
1.0%
Filipino
8
1.0%
Native American/Alaskan
1
0.1%
Pacific Islander
1
0.1%
Two or more races
73
8.9%
Other
31
3.8%
Total
824
100.0%
White/Caucasian
Note: Not all respondents indicated gender and/or ethnicity.
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Student Demographics
Figure B-1. Students by Age Group
50%
40%
44.6%
33.9%
30%
20%
10.6%
10%
8.1%
1.7%
1.1%
40-49 yrs
50 yrs or older
0%
19 yrs or
younger
20-24 yrs
25-29 yrs
30-39 yrs
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Student Demographics
Figure B-2. Students by Years of RHC Attendance
50%
40%
30%
28.9%
26.5%
20.3%
20%
15.3%
10%
3.9%
3.2%
1.9%
4 years
5 years
6+ years
0%
Less than 1
year
1 year
2 years
3 years
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Student Demographics
Figure B-3. Students by Hours Worked per Week
50%
40%
39.6%
30%
19.2%
20%
12.9%
9.7%
6.8%
10%
11.9%
0%
Not working
1-9 hours
10-19 hours
20-29 hours
30-39 hours
40+ hours
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Campus Climate
Students
Climate Cam
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Student Academic Needs
Table C-1. Average Student Responses to Academic Needs
2013
Mean
2013
N
2012
Mean
2012
N
Difference
I am satisfied with my academic experiences at RHC.
4.13
830
4.17
670
-0.04
I would recommend RHC to a friend.
4.18
829
4.21
670
-0.03
RHC helped me identify my career goals.
3.49
825
3.54
670
-0.05
I am satisfied with the variety of courses offered.
3.73
828
3.79
667
-0.06
I am satisfied with the quality of instruction and teaching.
4.04
817
4.1
663
-0.06
Courses I need are offered at times that are convenient to
my schedule.
3.5
826
3.52
664
-0.02
4.29
827
4.34
672
-0.05
4.3
828
4.3
669
0
4.19
825
4.21
671
-0.02
My instructors are highly knowledgeable.
RHC instructors come to class well prepared.
My courses are preparing me to achieve my educational
goals.
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Student Academic Needs
Figure C-1. Quality of Instruction by Student Age
4.78
5.00
4.00
3.88
4.09
4.15
4.18
4.15
20-24 yrs
25-29 yrs
30-39 yrs
40-49 yrs
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
19 yrs or
younger
50 yrs or older
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Student Inclusion & Campus Life
Table D-1. Average Student Responses to Inclusion and Campus Life
2013
Mean
2013
N
2012
Mean
2012
N
Difference
Students are asked for their ideas when important
decisions are made on campus.
3.28
826
3.29
669
-0.01
I like the environment at RHC.
4.08
831
4.07
669
0.01
I feel like I belong here.
3.73
826
3.75
666
-0.02
I am satisfied with my opportunities to join clubs at RHC.
3.54
817
3.53
661
0.01
2.9
825
2.93
668
-0.03
I enjoy attending RHC athletic events.
2.78
827
2.87
666
-0.09
I am satisfied with the clubs/student activities on campus.
3.29
827
xx
xx
xx
I like to participate in campus student activities (Guest
Speakers, Club Fairs, Games, etc.).
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Student Campus Life
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Student
Diversity & Equity
Table J-1. Student Perceptions of Diversity and Equity
2013
Mean
2013
N
2012
Mean
2012
N
I am satisfied with the diversity of ethnic backgrounds of
RHC instructors.
3.93
828
4.01
672
-0.08
I am satisfied with the diversity of ethnic backgrounds of
RHC non-instructional staff.
3.88
831
3.97
672
-0.09
I am UNCOMFORTABLE taking classes with people who are
different from me.
1.55
831
1.56
671
-0.01
From RHC classes and activities, I have a better
understanding of people with backgrounds different from
mine.
3.59
830
3.67
671
-0.08
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Difference
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Employee
Job Satisfaction
Table F-1. Employee Perceptions of Job Satisfaction
2013
Mean
2013
N
2012
Mean
2012
N
I like working at RHC.
4.53
485
4.51
421
0.02
At this point in my career, I feel my present position
satisfies my professional goals and aspirations.
3.72
481
3.68
419
0.04
My supervisor provides useful feedback on my work
performance.
3.88
483
3.9
419
-0.02
I know what is expected of me and my job.
4.45
484
4.47
421
-0.02
My position allows me to make independent decisions.
4.18
476
4.23
414
-0.05
I feel pressure to accomplish too many tasks and
priorities.
2.62
480
2.64
416
-0.02
I am satisfied with the opportunities for advancement at
RHC.
3.14
480
3.05
418
0.09
My job allows me to learn new things.
4.11
479
4.1
416
0.01
I have adequate supplies/equipment necessary to
complete my job.
3.71
483
3.69
417
0.02
I am recognized for my good work.
3.64
486
3.63
421
0.01
I get a feeling of personal satisfaction from my work.
4.35
484
4.4
418
-0.05
I receive feedback that my work contributes to the overall
success of the college.
3.47
479
3.46
420
0.01
I am encouraged to be creative and come up with new
ideas and improvements.
3.74
486
3.8
419
-0.06
Difference
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Employee Job Satisfaction
Figure F-1. Satisfaction with Advancement Opportunities by Employee Type
5.00
4.00
3.61
3.38
3.05
2.80
3.00
3.42
2.58
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
Classified (PT &
FT)
FT Faculty
PT Faculty
Admin/Confidential Prefer not to say
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Employee Job Satisfaction
Figure F-2. Recognition for Good Work by Classification
5.00
4.00
3.97
3.55
3.54
Classified (PT & FT)
FT Faculty
3.79
3.96
3.22
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
PT Faculty
Admin/Confidential Prefer not to say
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Employee Communication
Table G-1. Employee Perceptions on Communication
2013
Mean
2013
N
2012
Mean
2012
N
I am informed about events/decisions in my
department/program.
3.75
479
3.82
417
-0.07
I am informed about events/decisions in my division/unit.
3.74
476
3.78
416
-0.04
I am informed about events/decisions on campus.
3.68
472
3.63
411
0.05
My immediate supervisor does a good job in
communicating decisions to me.
3.78
468
3.89
403
-0.11
My co-workers keep me informed of campus events.
3.77
470
3.65
410
0.12
3.1
432
3
377
0.1
There is adequate coordination among departments and
divisions on campus.
Difference
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Employee Communication
Figure G-1. Coordination Among Departments/Divisions by Employee Type
5.00
4.00
2013
2012
3.77
3.48
2.78 2.82
3.00
3.36 3.36
3.05
3.43
3.00
2.65
2.77 2.65
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
Classified (PT & FT)
FT Faculty
PT Faculty
Admin/Confidential Prefer not to say
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Employee Governance
Figure H-1. Frequency of Participation in Governance-Related Activities
Never
Attended a Committee /Council
Meeting.
Attended a Board Meeting
Spoken to Classified/faculty
representative about my
issues/concerns
Voiced my concerns
during a Board
meeting
46%
53%
53%
90%
1-2 times
21%
3-5
6+
11%
22%
32%
9% 6%
30%
8%
8%
9%
1%
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Employee Governance
Table H-1. Employee Perceptions of the Governance Process
2013
Mean
2013
N
2012
Mean
2012
N
I have confidence in the effectiveness of the
administration at RHC.
3.37
458
2.72
415
0.65
My constituent group representative(s) expresses the
issues/concerns of my group well.
3.77
411
3.64
351
0.13
Decisions made on campus are consistent with the
college's goals and mission.
3.32
423
3.04
349
0.28
There is sufficient consultation about important decisions.
3.02
406
2.77
340
0.25
I am optimistic about what can be achieved through
participatory governance at RHC.
3.42
430
3.21
362
0.21
The opinions of students are given appropriate weight in
matters of institutional importance.
3.24
367
2.96
315
0.28
The opinions of employees are given appropriate weight in
matters of institutional importance.
2.97
406
2.81
341
0.16
My constituent group representative(s) keeps me informed
of the proceedings and recommendations of governance
groups.
3.7
424
3.64
359
0.06
The constituent groups on campus work collaboratively
toward the achievement of college goals.
3.49
389
3.27
322
0.22
I am satisfied with the opportunity I have to participate in
the governance process.
3.43
434
3.22
370
0.21
Difference
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Employee Governance
Figure H-2. Confidence in the Effectiveness of RHC’s Administration
5.00
4.00
4.25
3.93
3.76
3.08
3.12
Classified
FT Faculty
2.77
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
PT Faculty
Admin/Confidential
Prefer not to say
Table H-1. Employee Perceptions of the Governance Process
I have confidence in the effectiveness of the
administration at RHC.
2013
Mean
2013
N
2012
Mean
2012
N
3.37
458
2.72
415
Difference
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0.65
Employee Governance
Figure H-3. Decisions made on campus consistent with college’s goals and mission,
by Employee Type
5.00
4.00
3.73
3.69
3.18
4.04
3.04
2.76
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
Classified
FT Faculty
PT Faculty
Admin/Confidential
Prefer not to say
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Employee Governance
Figure H-5. Employee opinions are given appropriate weight in matters of
institutional importance, by Employee Type
5.00
4.00
3.71
3.43
3.00
3.39
2.68
2.83
2.40
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
Classified
FT Faculty
PT Faculty
Admin/Confidential
Prefer not to say
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Employee Governance
Figure H-6. I am optimistic about what can be achieved through participatory
governance at RHC, by Employee Type
5.00
4.00
3.76
3.73
3.25
3.21
Classified
FT Faculty
4.00
3.08
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
PT Faculty
Admin/Confidential
Prefer not to say
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Employee Governance
Figure H-8. Constituent groups on campus work collaboratively towards
achievement of college goals, by Employee Type
5.00
4.00
3.81
3.74
3.32
3.43
Classified
FT Faculty
3.65
3.18
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
PT Faculty
Admin/Confidential
Prefer not to say
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Employee Governance
Figure H-9. I am satisfied with the opportunity I have to participate in the
governance process, by Employee Type
5.00
4.13
4.00
3.54
3.54
3.44
FT Faculty
PT Faculty
3.21
3.36
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
Classified
Admin/Confidential
Prefer not to say
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Campus Relationships
Figure I-1. Perceptions of Team Spirit by Employee Type
5.00
4.00
3.87
3.82
3.23
3.58
3.41
2.88
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
Classified
FT Faculty
PT Faculty
Admin/Confidential Prefer not to say
Table I-2. Employee Perceptions of Campus Relationships
A sense of team spirit exists at RHC.
2013
Mean
2013
N
2012
Mean
2012
N
3.47
461
3.16
399
Difference
0.31
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Campus Relationships
Figure F-2. Recognition for Good Work by Classification
5.00
4.00
3.97
3.55
3.54
Classified (PT & FT)
FT Faculty
3.79
3.96
3.22
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
PT Hourly
PT Faculty
Admin/Confidential Prefer not to say
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Students & Employees
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Student & Employee
Comparisons
Figure K-1. Comparison of Employee/Student Satisfaction with RHC Environment
Employee
5.00
4.28
Student
4.17
4.00
3.36
2.80
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.00
The developing appearance of the campus
The variety of food/drink options on campus.
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Employee
Campus Relationships
Figure L-1. Comparison of Employee/Student Perceptions by Gender
5.00
Employee
4.03
3.96
4.00
3.30
Student
3.62
M
3.28
M
3.19
F
3.29
M
3.00
F
3.15
F
F
M
2.00
1.00
0.00
I feel safe walking on campus at night.
I feel my car if safe when parked on campus at
night.
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