Develop programs and activities that enhance the student experience in the areas of University spirit, traditions, and residential campus culture.
KPI
Spirit Camps
Provide three spirit camps for freshman students by Summer 2014
Result
Number Of Spirit Camps
Two spirit camps for freshman students were offered due to the limited availability of camp facilities for Summer 2012. An additional spirit camp was added for transfer students.
KPI
Recruitment Of New Students
Recruitment of new students to attend spirit camp sessions. Our goal is that approximately 600 students from the Freshman Class of 2014 will participate in at least one of three spirit sessions.
Result
Participation In Spirit Day Camps
414 students from the 2012 Freshman Class participated in two spirit camps. 54 transfer students also participated in one spirit camp.
Action
Bearkat Camp Growth
The Forest Glen camp property continues to be leased for Bearkat Camp programming until facility construction at the University Camp includes: overnight accommodations for 200 plus staff; an outdoor swimming pool; indoor meeting rooms, and a natural turf recreational field near the center of the main camp. Expansion of food service capabilities and support staff will also need to be taken into consideration. The camp program focuses on three themes: Spirit, Pride, and Tradition. The camp is also designed to create an environment where students can build important peer networks before classes begin. Participant assessments conclude that there is an overall satisfaction with the value of Bearkat Camp.
Goal
Inclusive Community
Foster the development of an inclusive community.
Objective
Collaborative Programs
Improve communication with the University community to encourage participation and attendance at programs and events.
KPI
Student Communication Assessment
Student Communication Instrument will evaluate the effectiveness and value of e-mail marketing to the campus community. 25% of respondents receive valuable information from the Student Services Weekly E-Update.
Result
Survey Results
With reorganization in the division the survey was not conducted during FY 2012. A new instrument will be developed.
Action
Create And Distribute Survey Instrument
A new instrument to measure effectiveness of email communication to the University community will be developed and distributed in the fall of FY 13.
Goal
Student Critical Thinking And Lifelong Learning
Engage students in programs that promote critical thinking and lifelong learning skills.
Objective
Opportunities For Learning
Through experiences at SHSU, students will be able to offer constructive ideas concerning the improvement of University programs and services and develop social responsibility through alternative learning opportunities.
Indicator
Collegiate Readership Active Program Student Survey
Collegiate Readership Active Program Student Survey. The survey provides information on civic engagement and global awareness.
Criterion
Knowledge Acquired From Reading The Newspaper
75 percent of student participants indicate that the knowledge acquired from reading the newspaper has influenced their views on a political or ethical issue.
Finding
Results Of Collegiate Readership Program Survey
68% of students surveyed indicated that the knowledge acquired from reading the newspaper has influenced their views on a political issue. 64% of students surveyed indicated that the knowledge acquired from reading the newspaper has influenced their view on a ethical issue. Also, of the students surveyed, 82% responded they were a great deal, considerably, or moderately informed on community issues and 74% on national/international issues.
Indicator
Survey Information Exchange Luncheons
Survey of students attending information exchange luncheons sponsored by the Vice President for Student Services. The survey provides information concerning what was learned and the learning experience. Throughout the fall and spring semesters the Vice President has six luncheons and randomly selected students are invited to attend. They are primarily comprised of freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior students who are leaders in student and academic organizations on campus. International students are also invited to attend. Students were provided additional space at the end of the anonymous survey for comments, as well as asked to share what changes they would like to see at SHSU.
Criterion
Changes Requested By Students
Participants of the luncheon will be asked what changes they would like to see at SHSU.
Finding
Participant Suggestions
Suggestions from participants included:
Orientation Leaders helping students find their classrooms on first day of class;
Advertise on-campus job positions to students;
Would like to see a sports bar environment that serves as a restaurant on campus;
Add SH trivia to homepage.
Action
Collegiate Readership Program
In order to expand the program and increase student perception of benefits and availability of news information the Collegiate Readership Program has incorporated an internet tool, USA Today I-Pad App, as a new component.
Action
Suggested Changes By Students
These suggestions were shared with the appropriate administrators to improve student experiences and help enhance the value of student input.
Objective
Alcohol And Drug Abuse Initiative (ADAI)
Prepare educational sessions that will positively impact the high-risk behaviors of students in regard to drug and alcohol use. The content of these educational sessions will focus on blood alcohol concentration, binge drinking, alcohol serving sizes, laws and regulations, prescription drug abuse, care for alcohol and drug emergencies, physical and mental impairment, campus policies, and resources available to students.
KPI
Alcohol And Drug Abuse Initiative (ADAI) Educational Sessions
To fulfill the objective, our goal for 2011-2012 is to hire a full-time coordinator to develop ADAI programs.
Result
Full-time Staff Member Hired
A full-time staff member was hired to begin October 2012.
Action
ADAI Program Development
Develop and assess programs that will assist with responsible behavior in regard to drug and alcohol use by students.