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Hello:
You are invited to participate in our survey, Global Citizenship. In this survey, approximately 20 people will be asked to complete a survey that asks questions about your beliefs, engagement, and mindset. It will take approximately 30 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 skip it. You can withdraw from the survey at any point. It is very important for us to learn your opinions.

Your survey responses will be strictly 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 Sahtiya Logan at 410-916-8809 or by email at [email protected].

Thank you very much for your time and support. We appreciate your honest answers. Choose only one answer for each question unless otherwise noted. In the questions that follow, the term “serve” refers to voluntary or free work that is completed on behalf of the community, either as part of a course or completely on your own. Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below.

 
 
 
 
What is your date of birth?
 
 
 
What is your class level?
 
1st year
 
2nd year
 
3rd year
 
4th year
 
Graduate student
 
 
 
What is your GPA?
 
<1.0
 
1.0-1.66
 
1.67-1.99
 
2.0-2.32
 
2.33-2.66
 
2.67-2.99
 
3.0-3.32
 
3.33-3.66
 
3.67-3.99
 
4.0 or above
 
 
 
* What is global citizenship?
   
 
 
 
Which of the following most accurately describes you?
 
My parents and I were born in the United States
 
I was born in the United States, one or both of my parents were not
 
Foreign born, living permanently in the US now
 
International student, in the US on a student visa
 
Other(please specify)
 
 
 
 
What religion were you raised in?
 
Christianity
 
Judaism
 
Islam
 
Hinduism
 
Sikhism
 
Buddhism
 
Shintoism
 
Atheism
 
Not raised religiously
 
Other
 
 
 
 
What religion do you consider yourself?
 
Christian
 
Jewish
 
Muslim
 
Hindu
 
Sikh
 
Buddhist
 
Shinto
 
Agnostic
 
Atheist
 
Non religious
 
Other
 
 
 
 
What ethnicity do you identify as (Select all that apply)?
 
Native American
 
Black/African-American
 
White/Caucasian
 
Hispanic
 
African
 
Asian
 
Indian
 
Middle Eastern
 
Pacific Islander
 
Multi-racial
 
Other
 

 
 
 
Before coming to college, what type of area did you live in?
 
Urban
 
Suburban
 
Rural
 
Other
 
 
 
 
Gender
 
Male
 
Female
 
Other
 
 
 
Please assess the following statements:
Disagree Disagree slightly Neither agree nor disagree Agree slightly Agree
I want to serve my community after this class (next semester).
I will serve in my community five years from now.
The real value of an education lies in being introduced to different values.
Individuals have a responsibility to help solve our social problems.
I enjoy discussions with people whose ideas and values are different from my own.
I enjoy talking with people who have values different from mine because it helps me understand myself and my values better.
My family has enough money to live comfortably.
Voting is the only real obligation placed on me as a citizen.
The world is run by a few people in power and there is not much the average person can do about it.
I am confident that in the future I can help in promoting social justice.
Disagree Disagree slightly Neither agree nor disagree Agree slightly Agree
Most inequality around the world is due to structural inequality and exclusion.
Learning about people from different cultures is a very important part of college.
I enjoy taking courses that challenge my beliefs and values.
I am confident that through service I can help in promoting equal opportunity.
As a global citizen, I can apply knowledge in ways that solve “real life” problems.
I am comfortable in situations where I am a minority.
I am able to interact easily with people from other cultures.
The courses I enjoy most are those that make me think about things from a different perspective.
It is very important to work toward equal opportunity for people all around the world.
It is very important to me to be involved in efforts to improve the community.
Disagree Disagree slightly Neither agree nor disagree Agree slightly Agree
It is very important to me to be involved in efforts to improve the world.
I am a global citizen.
It is very important to me to develop a meaningful philosophy of life.
Contact with individuals whose background (e.g. race, national origin, sexual orientation) is different from my own is an essential part of my education.
I enjoy things that are intellectually challenging.
It is very important to me to give 3% or more of my future income to help those in need.
It is very important to me to find a career that provides the opportunity to be helpful to others or useful to society.
Individuals should sometimes give for the good of their community, country, or world.
Having an impact on the world is within the reach of most individuals.
Many misfortunes that occur to people are frequently the result of circumstances beyond their control.
Disagree Disagree slightly Neither agree nor disagree Agree slightly Agree
If I could change one thing about society it would be to achieve greater social justice.
My family struggled to provide for basic necessities.
I can describe the connection between my role as a global citizen and issues of social justice.
I feel I can make a difference in the world.
It is important to consider an occupation’s social ramifications when choosing a career.
My family is wealthy.
By choosing to vote or not to vote, I affect people around the world.
Political issues are often too complex for a simple, obvious answer.
The United States should consider the affect of its policies on other countries to a greater extent than it currently does.
My family struggled to have enough money.
Disagree Disagree slightly Neither agree nor disagree Agree slightly Agree
Individuals, regardless of their nationality or citizenship, have an obligation to consider how their actions affect people around the world.
It is important to be aware of current events.
I identify with being part of a global community.
I understand how actions in my local community may affect others around the world.
I had everything I needed growing up.
I am aware of actions I can take to improve the global community.
I feel I have the ability to make a difference in the global community.
I will try to find a way to make a positive difference in the global community.
 
 
 
* What do you feel are the most pressing global issues and why?
   
 
 
How often do you participate in the following?
Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always
Attend community meetings, celebrations, or activities.
Join organizations that support issues that are important to you.
Use social media to support issues that are important to you.
Write or email newspapers, organizations, or government officials/agencies to voice your views on an issue.
Stay updated on international news.
Vote.
Learn as much as possible about candidates or ballot questions before voting.
Discuss global issues with family members or friends.
Discuss social justice issues with family members or friends.
 
 
 
* Are there any ways you act as a global citizen at home? Explain.
   
 
 
 
Did you serve in the community when you were a high school student?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
If you did serve during high school, please indicate your primary reason for serving.
 
Personal Decision
 
Parents' Urging
 
Encouraged to as part of church activities
 
Encouraged to for civic organization activities (student gov., 4-H, Red Cross, etc.)
 
School Requirement
 
Court Order
 
Other
 
 
 
 
How many hours per month did you serve in high school, on average?
 
1-5
 
6-10
 
11-15
 
16-20
 
21-25
 
26-30
 
30+
 
 
 
Are you currently serving in the community?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
How many hours per month do you currently serve, on average?
 
1-5
 
6-10
 
11-15
 
16-20
 
21-25
 
26-30
 
30+
 
 
 
If you are currently serving, please indicate your primary reason for serving.
 
Personal Decision
 
Parents' Urging
 
Encouraged to as part of church activities
 
Encouraged to for civic organization activities (student gov., 4-H, Red Cross, etc.)
 
School Requirement
 
Court Order
 
Other
 
 
 
What educational level did your parents reach?
One parent Both parents N/A
Did not complete high school
G.E.D
High School Diploma
Some college
Professional Certificate
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctoral Degree
 
 
 
What is your family's household income?
 
<$20,000
 
$20,000-$30,000
 
$30,001-$40,000
 
$40,001-$50,000
 
$50,001-$60,000
 
$60,001-$70,000
 
$70,001-$80,000
 
$80,001-$90,000
 
$90,001-$100,000
 
$100,001-$150,000
 
$150,001-$200,000
 
$200,001-$250,000
 
$250,001-$300,000
 
$300,000+
 
Not Sure
 
 
 
 
* What are two specific ways you are a responsible global citizen?
   
 
 
 
Before high school, what type of area did you live in?
 
City
 
Town
 
Country
 
Other
 
 
 
 
* Is there anything you would like to say about the things this survey asked you?
   
 
 
 
* Was there anything on the survey that you had questions about?