2011-2012 Student Involvement Assessment Report
Division of Student Affairs
Department
Person(s) Submitting Report
Date
Director Signature
Student Involvement - Student Organizations, Activities
and Leadership
Emily Bauer, Associate Director
7/20/2012
Richard C. Kelley, Director of Student Involvement
Please list department learning outcomes (add addl rows if needed)
Learning Outcome #1
Learning Outcome #2
Learning Outcome #3
Learning Outcome #4
Learning Outcome #5
Learning Outcome #6
Communication
Reasoning
Leadership
Individual Responsibility
Social Responsibility
University Responsibility
For Fall 2011, please indicate which learning outcomes were the focus of data
collection, type(s) of assessment was/were utilized, and results.
Type(s) of assessment
utilized (rubric,
survey, test, focus
group, employee
evaluations,, etc)
Student Organization
Leadership Conference
surveys
Findings (how many students
participated in assessment, most
significant findings, summary of themes
and/or actual data if available)
Y
Student Organization
Leadership Conference
surveys
93.26% of participants (1,000) felt they
had gained reasoning skills in the
context of participating in this program.
See details below
3
Y
Student Organization
Leadership Conference
surveys
89.26% of participants (1,000) felt they
had gained leadership skills in the
context of participating in this program.
See details below
4
Y
Student Organization
Leadership Conference
surveys
94.61% of participants (1,000) felt they
had gained individual responsibility
skills in the context of participating in
this program.
L.O. #
Was data
collected
in Fall 11?
(yes/no)
1
Y
2
90.81% of participants (1,000) felt they
had gained communication skills in the
context of participating in this program.
See details below
See details below
5
Y
Student Organization
Leadership Conference
surveys
6
Y
Student Organization
Leadership Conference
surveys
91.55% of participants (1,000) felt they
had gained social responsibility skills in
the context of participating in this
program.
See details below
90.18% of participants (1,000) felt they
had gained university responsibility
skills in the context of participating in
this program.
See details below
For Fall 2011, please indicate if findings noted above were discussed in your
department and/or what actions have been taken in response to the findings.
L.O.
#
1-6
How were findings
analyzed?
(statistical analysis,
generation of
common themes,
benchmarked with
previous data)
Statistical analysis
How were findings
communicated to
staff in your
department? (staff
meeting, retreat,
email, etc)
Actions taken as a result of
findings (revised training, revised
curriculum for workshops, revised
materials, development of a new
instrument, revised instrument, etc)
Staff meeting
Renewed sense of importance and
impact of Student Organization
Leadership Conference- shared with
constituents. Kept as part of Student
Organization recognition process.
For Spring 2012, please indicate which learning outcomes were the focus of data
collection, type(s) of assessment was/were utilized, and results.
Type(s) of assessment
utilized (rubric,
survey, test, focus
group, employee
evaluation, etc)
Leadership Today
survey
Findings (how many students
participated in assessment, most
significant findings, summary of themes
and/or actual data if available)
1
Was data
collected
in Spring
12?
(yes/no)
Y
2
Y
Leadership Today
survey
93.75% of participants (40) felt they
had gained reasoning skills in the
context of participating in this program.
L.O. #
96.87% of participants (40) felt they
had gained communication skills in the
context of participating in this program.
See details below
See details below
3
Y
Leadership Today
survey
96.87% of participants (40) felt they
had gained leadership skills in the
context of participating in this program.
See details below
4
Y
Leadership Today
survey
96.88% of participants (40) felt they
had gained individual responsibility
skills in the context of participating in
this program.
See details below
5
Y
Leadership Today
survey
100% of participants (40) felt they had
gained social responsibility skills in the
context of participating in this program.
See details below
6
Y
Leadership Today
survey
93.75% of participants (40) felt they
had gained university responsibility
skills in the context of participating in
this program.
See details below
For Spring 2012, please indicate if findings noted above were discussed in your
department and/or what actions have been taken in response to the findings.
L.O.
#
1-6
How were findings
analyzed?
(statistical analysis,
generation of
common themes,
benchmarked with
previous data)
Statistical analysis
How were findings
communicated to
staff in your
department? (staff
meeting, retreat,
email, etc)
Actions taken as a result of
findings (revised training, revised
curriculum for workshops, revised
materials, development of a new
instrument, revised instrument, etc)
Staff meeting
Showcased the fact that 100% felt
their social responsibility enhanced
as a result of Leadership Today.
Review of curriculum with
presenters.
For Fall 2012, please indicate which learning outcomes will be the focus of data
collection and what type(s) of data collection will be utilized.
L.O. #
Will data be collected in Type of assessment utilized (rubric, survey,
1-6
Fall 12? (yes/no)
Yes
test, focus group, evaluations, etc)
Same as 2010-2011 academic year- program
surveys
Based on your assessment experience in 2011-12, what changes (if any) do you plan
to make for 2012-13? (instrument, analysis, communication to staff, etc)
Keep analyzing set outcomes for programs based on departmental outcomes. Start
longitudinal study of these (this was the first year for these outcomes).
For 2011-12, please indicate any satisfaction assessments that were completed for
your department.
Date and type
of assessment
(survey, focus
group, etc)
What areas were
assessed related to
satisfaction?
(services, service
hours, customer
service, etc.
Findings (# of students who responded,
response rate, summary of themes, etc)
Fall 2011
Student Organization
Leadership
Conference survey
Leadership Today
survey
Partial satisfaction information
Spring 2011
Partial satisfaction information
For 2010-11, please indicate any other assessment activities that took place in your
department (usage, demographics, event participation, etc).
Please see attached for program data summaries for this time period.
Taken form EO 1068 Biennial Report
Student Involvement has identified six (6) educational goals with direct learning
outcomes to assess all programs and services. Of those six, each educational goal falls
under one of two categories. Those categories are “skill” and “orientation”.
Category A: Skill A proficiency that is acquired or developed through training and
hands-on experience
Educational Goal #1: COMMUNICATION
Students will speak, listen and write to achieve intended and meaningful
understanding.
Measured Learning Outcomes for Goal #1:
Students will demonstrate communication skills by their ability to:
� communicate in speech, presentation, and writing in order to convey meaning,
significance, emotion, and values in and beyond their peer groups
� appreciate background and interests of a group or audience and how this impacts the
exchange of information
� visually express ideas, propositions, and beliefs in coherent, concise, and technically
correct forms effective with general and disciplinary audiences
Educational Goal #2: REASONING
Students will use knowledge of evidence and context in order to reach
conclusions and reason, as well as to innovate in imaginative ways.
Measured Learning Outcomes for Goal #2:
� Students will demonstrate their reasoning skills by their ability to:
� analyze and critically examine real-world issues
� propose solutions to complex challenges
� consider multiple perspectives from various people while not censoring their own
perspective
� synthesize, analyze, and process quantitative information
� strategically plan for short term and long term success
Educational Goal #3: LEADERSHIP
Students will acquire core leadership skills, enabling them to lead productive and
meaningful lives within the SJSU and global community.
Measured Learning Outcomes for Goal #3
Students will demonstrate their leadership skills by their ability to:
� develop and manage teams, and facilitate groups of people
� mediate interpersonal and group conflict
� delegate tasks and responsibilities, set goals, and serve as a resource to peers
� plan, implement, and evaluate both social and educational programs or events
� serve in positional roles
� understand various leadership styles and dynamics
Category B: Orientation An awareness of self in relation to time, place, and person; an
adaptation to a new environment, situation, custom, or set of ideas.
Educational Goal #4: INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY
Students will advance their understanding and sense of self and live healthier
lives in order to be successful at SJSU and beyond.
Measured Learning Outcomes for Goal #4
Students will demonstrate individual responsibility by their ability to:
� participate in programs that examine character and identity development
� learn more about themselves through social interaction
� clarify and align their actions with their values
� make responsible and ethical decisions
� practice personal integrity, citizenship, and service to others shaped by a spirit of
compassion and cooperation
� develop healthy eating patterns
� engage in physical activities that help to improve personal physical fitness and a
healthy lifestyle
� participate in relaxation or meditative activities in order to enhance a sense of peace
and calm
Educational Goal #5: SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Students will cultivate their understanding and duty to be socially responsible and
global citizens.
Measured Learning Outcomes for Goal #5
Students will demonstrate social responsibility by their ability to:
� display cultural competency
� engage in cross-cultural communication with others
� participate in social justice programs or events
� participate in service organizations, programs, or initiatives
� plan, implement, and evaluate programs or events involving themes of diversity or
social justice
� advocate for social justice through academic and co-curricular arenas
Educational Goal #6: UNIVERSITY RESPONSIBILITY
Students will be responsible to SJSU for becoming a campus citizen and seeking
out ways to become academically and socially integrated into the community.
Demonstrating this responsibility will lead to an increased institutional
commitment.
Measured Learning Outcomes for Goal #6
Students will demonstrate university responsibility by their ability to:
� make satisfactory progress toward graduation
� seek out opportunities to engage socially with other students
� participate in campus student organizations
� attend and/or lead events related to the campus and community
� take responsibility for one’s actions and developing a plan for college success
2011-2012 Assessment Breakdown
This year we attempted to assess learning occurring in line with our expected
departmental outcomes at two of four major programs. We crafted a set of six questions,
one for each learning outcome, and asked them in a post-assessment of all attendees at
the Student Organization Leadership Conference 2011 and Leadership Today 2012. The
questions and corresponding outcomes were as follows:
I am confident in my communication skills and feel that I am able to discuss problems in
a professional and constructive manner. (Communication)
I am confident in my ability to initiate action, be adaptable, and make educated decisions
based on observation, experience, reflection, reasoning and communication.
(Reasoning)
I am confident in my ability to empower myself and others to have productive and
meaningful lives in my organization and at San José State. (Leadership)
I feel confident in my sense of self and I can properly execute tasks in an ethical and
responsible manner. (Individual Responsibility)
I believe I am socially aware and can facilitate positive relationships in a diverse
environment. (Social Responsibility)
I feel I have an understanding of what the university community expects in my role as a
member or officer of a student organization. (University Responsibility)
Results:
Student Organization Leadership Conference 2011
Learning Outcome Measured
Amount of Agreement with Skill Gained
Communication
90.81%
Reasoning
93.26%
Leadership
89.26%
Individual Responsibility
94.61%
Social Responsibility
91.55%
University Responsibility
90.18%
*Percent Strongly Agree and Agree, in context of this program
Leadership Today 2012
Learning Outcome Measured
Communication
Reasoning
Leadership
Individual Responsibility
Social Responsibility
University Responsibility
Amount of Agreement with Skill Gained
96.87%
93.75%
96.87%
96.88%
100%
93.75%
*Percent Strongly Agree and Agree, in context of this program
Final Reflection
The results show that a majority of students are claiming some level of development in
each of our outcomes areas as a result of engaging with each program. When presented
the opportunity to anonymously self-rate our students overall are reporting learning
within our learning domains. It was exciting for us to see results that spoke to what we
assumed was occurring – and moreover to see it across these two major programs was
significant for the SOAL team. As we look to enhance and adjust these and other
offerings in the future we will continue to ask these questions of attendees to ensure we
are still seeing as significant a number of positive responses. This was our first year
employing this method and by the 2012 E.O. 1068 report hopefully we can provide
longitudinal data of interest.
2010-2012 Student Organization Recognition Statistics
Fall 2010
344
47
306
Spring 2011
358
14
N/A
Fall 2011
353
35
318
Spring 2012
382
29
N/A
Application to Student Involvement’s Learning Outcomes
Students who underwent the formal chartering and recognition process for their student organizations
achieved
the following Student Involvement Learning Outcomes:
(1) Communication: Student groups had to commit to practicing strong communication skills with
members of the S.O.A.L. Team in order to receive their recognition status. For new groups, this was
further enhanced during the direct face time with SOAL Team members to illustrate the need and
purpose of their proposed organization. Students undergoing the appeals process achieved the
communication outcome because they were required to meet with SOAL Team members to
communicate the challenges they had with their recognition process. They were able to verbally
describe the roadblocks they encountered.
(2) Leadership: The majority of the students we met with had a leadership position within their
organization. After having gone through the recognition process, we are certain that the information
learned will be passed on to future organization leaders by means of officer transitioning or it will be
written in the group’s constitution. In addition, students gained additional leadership skills through
attendance at the Student Organization Leadership Conference and Spring Recognition workshops.
(3) Reasoning: By participating in and completing the Recognition Process, students are able to further
develop their reasoning skills by analyzing the purpose of the student organization they are establishing
and work with staff members and peers to propose solutions to the complex issues of developing an
organizational constitution, recruiting new members, and planning successful organizational activities
that create a strong foundation for the future of their organization.
(4) Individual Responsibility: Through the process, we are able to instill in leaders of the organizations a
sense of individual responsibility to share information to their groups so that everyone understands that
recognition is an annual requirement.
(5) University Responsibility: Undergoing the recognition process demonstrates the student’s desire to
participate in campus organizations thereby seeking out ways to become integrated into the University
community and enhancing overall campus life.