Student Experiences and Perceptions
Student Interaction with Campus Faculty and Staff
Institutions participating in the VSA program measure student involvement on campus using one of four national surveys. Results from the one survey are reported for a common set of questions selected as part of VSA. Following are the selected results from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). The questions have been grouped together in categories that are known to contribute to student learning and development. The results reported below are based on the responses of seniors who participated in the survey.
- 61% of seniors believed that the campus staff were helpful, considerate, or flexible
- 78% of seniors believed that faculty are available, helpful, or sympathetic
- 97% of seniors reported that faculty members provided prompt feedback on their academic performance
- 83% of seniors discussed readings or ideas with faculty members outside of class
