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Hello: (faculty name)
You are invited to participate in this survey being conducted by the Evaluation Center at Western Michigan University for the NSF funded CREOSA program at Delaware State University regarding mentoring at DSU. As part of the study, we are talking to Faculty about the mentoring they provide at DSU. Your thoughts and opinions on this subject are very important to us. We look forward to receiving your input. It will take approximately 20 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

Your participation in this study is completely voluntary. There are no foreseeable risks associated with this project. However, if you feel uncomfortable answering any questions, you can withdraw from the survey at any point. It is very important for us to learn your opinions about mentoring at DSU.

Your survey responses will be confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential. If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact Lori Wingate or Krystin Martens at The Evaluation Center at (269) 387-5895 or by email at [email protected] or [email protected].

Thank you very much for your time and support. Please start with the survey now by clicking on the following link. http://questionpro.com/t/AKr6NZQnAp

 
 
 
In which department are you employed?
   
 
 
 
1. What type of students do you mentor?
 
Undergraduate
 
Graduate
 
Both
 
 
 
2. How many students do you currently mentor?
 
1-2
 
3-4
 
5-6
 
Other
 
 
 
 
3. Of the students you mentor, how many are graduate students?
 
1-2
 
3-4
 
5-6
 
Other
 
 
 
4. Providing advice on academic matters, such as:
Very relevant Somewhat relevant Not very relevant N/A
selecting what courses to take
deciding on a major
decisions regarding pursuing a higher degree
self-directed learning
study skills
 
 
5. Providing advice on career matters, such as:
Very relevant Somewhat relevant Not very relevant N/A
creating a resume or vita
considering career options
obtaining internships, postdoc positions
 
 
6. Helping students develop professional skills by providing guidance and feedback on:
Very relevant Somewhat relevant Not very relevant N/A
planning/organization
writing
presenting
teaching
developing proposals
teamwork
problem solving
time management
 
 
7. Serving as a role model by demonstrating and discussing topics such as:
Very relevant Somewhat relevant Not very relevant N/A
ethics
work-life balance
civic involvement
administrative aspects of research (i.e. policies, reports)
developing a strong work ethic
 
 
8. Providing emotional support and encouragement on personal matters that may impinge on academic and professional development?
Very relevant Somewhat relevant Not very relevant N/A
emotional support