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1. I received a good education at the University of Montevallo.
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don’t Know
2. If I had to do it over, I would still choose UM for my college education.
3. UM did a good job of preparing me for my occupation.
4. The professors in my major field were well qualified.
5. The academic advising I received at UM was helpful.
6. The courses I took outside my major were valuable to my overall education.
7. UM offered a good program of student activities.
8. Faculty members showed an interest in my welfare.
9. Participation in student activities was an important part of my overall education.
10. I felt UM provided a student-centered environment.
11. I would recommend UM to a friend or relative.
12. While at UM, I was able to use facilities and equipment appropriate to my field.
The education I received at the University of Montevallo helped me to develop the following abilities:
13. Using and interpreting English grammar, logic and rhetoric.
14. Using and interpreting mathematical structures.
15. Using and interpreting other symbol systems including symbolic structures of the fine arts..
16. Using analysis and rational decision-making.
17. Analyzing human development and behavior.
18. Understanding society and politics.
19. Developing knowledge of the physical and biological structure of nature.
20. Using multi-media resources proficiently
21. Using electronic resources including effective search strategies and information retrieval proficiently
22. Developing mastery of basic computer skills.
23. Developing the skills necessary to be financially successful.
In my life since college, I have been significantly assisted by the …
24. Quality of courses in my major in preparing me for employment
25. Opportunities to participate in practical or internship experiences
26. Career information and/or encouragement I received from faculty in my major
27. Knowledge and skills related to my degree/major
28. Assistance and/or encouragement I received from faculty in my major with regard to further education
29. Quality of instruction I received in courses outside my major
30. Overall quality of my degree program
The following support services were consistently helpful to me.
31. Financial Aid
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree No experience with the office
32. Housing and Residence Life
33. Registrar
34. Career Planning and Placement Center
35. Carmichael Library
During your time at the University did you….
36. Join a social fraternity or sorority?
Yes No
37. Live in a University residence hall?
38. Participate in one or more programs offered by Career Planning and Placement?
Make only one response for each item by marking the appropriate bubble.
39. I stay informed about developments at UM.
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Undecided
40. I approve of the way UM is developing as an institution.
41. UM has a good academic reputation.
42. Have you received information about Alumni Association programs and activities?
43. In the last 12 months, have you participated in an Alumni program or activity?
44. Are you interested in participating in an Alumni program or activity in the future?
If you answered NO to question 44, proceed to question 52.
If you answered YES to question 44, in which of the following programs or activities are you interested? (Mark as many as apply)
52. Do you make annual gifts to the University?
53. Have you ever made a financial contribution to the University?
54. For what purposes would you be most likely to provide financial support? (Mark yes or no for all)
Scholarships Yes No Academic Programs Yes No Athletics Yes No Equipment for academic departments Yes No Housing (renovation, repairs, furniture, programming) Yes No In honor or in memory of a special person Yes No For the University to use where it is needed most Yes No Other Yes No
YOUR EMPLOYMENT: Please complete the following information regarding your current job.
55. Is your current job related to your UM major?
56. Is this job a step on your career path?
57. In what type of business/industry are you employed (mark only one)
manufacturing
retail or wholesale trade
health services/health care
education/educational services
transportation, communication, utilities
finance, real estate, insurance
business, professional, personnel, other services
construction
public administration
arts or entertainment
not currently employed
58. Salary: Your annual salary before taxes (not including overtime)
Under $10,000
$10,000 - $19,999
$20,000 - $29,999
$30,000 - $39,999
$40,000 - $49,999
$50,000 or more
no current salary
59. (MAJORS) Indicate your undergraduate major from the list shown below.
Art
Speech
Mass Communication
Theater
Music
General Business
Management
Accounting
Finance
Marketing
Counseling and Guidance
Elementary Education
Early Childhood Education
Traffic Safety Education
Physical Education
Family and Consumer Sciences
FCS/Merchandising/Interiors
French
Spanish
International/Intercultural Studies
English
Biology
Chemistry
Mathematics
Psychology
Social Work
History
Social Sciences
Political Science
Sociology
Hearing Impaired
Speech-Language Pathology
Other
60. Are you pursuing a graduate degree from UM?
61. Are you pursuing a graduate degree from another university?
62. Gender
Male
Female
63. What is your job title? (no comma's in text response please)
64. May we have your email address?
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS OR SUGGESTIONS: Please write any comments or suggestions you have about the University. (no comma's in text response please)
THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS SURVEY.
