Total - SEMESTER END
 
Weber State University
 
Total - Spring Semester End - Campus Recreation Program Survey
 
Name (optional)_________________________________Age:______
 
As one part of our continuing efforts to improve services for Weber State University students, faculty, staff & community, we are evaluating the importance and quality of recreational facilities and programs. Please read carefully and mark your responses to the following questions. Note: some questions ask for multiple responses.
 
Please use blue or black Ink, or a sharp number 2 pencil to mark your answers.
 
1. In deciding to continue at this institution, how important to you was the availability of recreational facilities or programs?
 
Not Important 13.7%
 
Important 32.9%
 
Somewhat Important 18.6%
 
Very Important 34.1%
 
 
2. How important will sports and fitness activities be to you after graduation?
 
Not Important 4.4%
 
Important 38.0%
 
Somewhat Important 16.5%
 
Very Important 40.1%
 
 
3. Approximately how many times per week do you participate in active recreational and/or sports pursuits on or off campus?
 
None 6.4%
 
4 to 6 36.7%
 
10 or more 7.8%
1 to 3 38.7%
 
7 to 9 9.5%
 
 
4. How many times a week would you like to participate in active recreational and/or sports pursuits?
 
None 1.7%
 
4 to 6 46.5%
 
10 or more 11.8%
1 to 3 20.8%
 
7 to 9 16.8%
 
 
In general, how satisfied are you with each of the following activities at this institution?
5. Outdoor recreation facilities ( fields/ tennis courts etc...)
Very Satisfied
14.4%
Somewhat Satisfied
32.9%
Neither satisfied nor Dissatisfied
43.1%
Somewhat Dissatisfied
4.3%
Very Dissatisfied
2.6%
6. Wilderness Recreation Center 22.6% 30.3% 40.8% 2.7% 1.3%
7. Indoor recreation facilities 37.4% 38.1% 18.3% 2.7% 1.1%
8. Funding of recreation activities 12.8% 27.3% 44.7% 8.8% 2.8%
9. Campus Recreation Staff 24.5% 28.9% 37.7% 4.1% 1.8%
10. Locker room facilities 13.7% 27.2% 43.8% 9.7% 3.4%
11. Availability of information on recreation opportunities 14.5% 33.6% 33.0% 13.9% 2.0%
12. Equipment for sports activities 19.8% 35.7% 33.4% 7.3% 1.4%
13. Hours of operation for recreation facilities 27.5% 38.3% 24.2% 7.8% 2.2%
14. Scheduled times for recreation programs 15.4% 31.6% 42.7% 5.7% 1.1%
15. Availability of recreation facilities for freeplay activities 16.9% 35.8% 35.1% 6.8% 1.8%
 
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How much do you think you benefit in each of the following areas from your participation in activities sponsored by Campus Recreation?
16. Improved self-confidence
Benefit Much
31.6%
Benefit Somewhat
38.8%
Benefit Little
9.5%
Don't Participate
17.2%
17. Feeling of physical well-being 49.4% 28.2% 4.0% 15.9%
18. Sense of accomplishment 39.3% 34.7% 6.7% 16.4%
19. Sense of adventure 23.9% 33.4% 20.2% 19.1%
20. Group cooperation skills 21.3% 37.1% 17.6% 21.1%
21. Respect for others 30.2% 36.4% 13.2% 17.2%
22. Communication skills 25.3% 35.1% 17.5% 18.8%
23. Belonging/association 23.3% 37.1% 17.8% 19.1%
24. Leadership skills 19.5% 32.9% 23.8% 21.3%
25. Defining problems 15.5% 33.1% 26.6% 21.5%
26. Problem-solving skills 15.4% 35.0% 24.8% 21.8%
27. Study habits 16.4% 29.2% 29.2% 22.3%
28. Weight control 35.3% 33.6% 11.5% 16.9%
29. Sports skills 34.7% 34.9% 8.7% 18.6%
30. Fitness 50.5% 25.9% 5.1% 15.9%
31. Physical strength 48.6% 26.5% 6.0% 15.9%
32. Stress reduction 44.8% 25.7% 9.8% 16.9%
33. Balance/coordination 34.0% 33.4% 12.4% 17.1%
34. Time-management skills 20.3% 32.9% 23.3% 19.6%
35. Developing friendships 29.0% 36.0% 13.7% 18.3%
36. Understanding written information 14.5% 28.2% 31.2% 22.9%
37. Handling several tasks at once 18.9% 34.0% 22.8% 20.8%
 
Please, indicate your level of satisfaction with the following:
38. Your overall academic experience
Very Satisfied
33.4%
Somewhat Satisfied
52.1%
Neither Satisfied nor Dissatisfied
8.0%
Somewhat Dissatisfied
3.1%
Very Dissatisfied
1.6%
39. Your experiences participating in recreational programs and activities 25.2% 39.1% 29.4% 2.3% 0.7%
40. Your overall experience with other student services programs and activities 23.6% 45.0% 22.0% 4.8% 2.1%
 
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41. Have you USED or PARTICIPATED in any of the following recreational programs or services? (Mark all that apply)
 
Intramural Sports 17.6%
 
Aquatic facilities or programs 21.9%
 
Weight training/conditioning equipment 55.2%
Aerobics/fitness/conditioning classes 39.4%
 
Informal recreation/free play activity areas 31.6%
 
Jogging/informational course maps/warm up areas 30.4%
Sports clubs 19.3%
 
Indoor or outdoor climbing center 5.0%
 
Equipment check-out 30.6%
Outdoor programs/equipment rental/trips/classes 24.5%
 
Instructional classes 24.8%
 
  Other (please specify)
  0.9%
 
42. During your participation in recreational sports activities, have you. . .? (Mark all that apply)
 
Held an office in any recreational club? 6.0%
 
Served on an advisory committee or board? 3.0%
 
Received or updated any certification 6.8%
Worked for the campus recreation department? 7.7%
 
Served as a team captain or manager? 8.3%
 
Done a practicum or internship with the campus recreation sports department? 2.0%
received an award for participation in recreational activities/programs? 6.1%
 
Watched your favorite intramural team compete? 12.9%
 
Traveled while participating on a sport club/team? 13.8%
 
43. Did your participation in recreational activities encourage informal interaction between you and ... (Mark all that apply.)
 
Other students? 63.6%
 
Faculty/Staff? 30.2%
 
Community? 20.9%
Campus recreation staff? 21.6%
 
Campus administrators? 6.1%
 
 
44. In which of the following activities have you been involved at this institution? (Mark all that apply)
 
Student government 4.0%
 
Recreational programs/facilities 28.7%
 
Student union/university center programs and facilities 12.4%
Honors programs/societies 7.8%
 
Varsity athletics 10.0%
 
Student media (e.g. student newspaper) 5.4%
Club or professional organization in major 16.1%
 
Residence hall activities 18.3%
 
Concerts/films/cultural activities offered on campus 22.8%
 
Social fraternity/sorority 6.1%
 
 
45. In which of the following special events have you participated or attended as a spectator? (Mark all that apply.)
 
Orientation/new student week activities 26.2%
 
Intramural special events 12.8%
 
Dances or parties in Union Bldg. facilities 33.0%
Recreation films/lectures/clinics 18.5%
 
Award ceremonies 7.7%
 
Family events or activities 9.0%
ACUI recreation tournaments 3.7%
 
Fitness fair 14.1%
 
Cultural events 17.2%
bowling/billiards/video game tournaments 20.2%
 
Pool (aquatic) parties 7.0%
 
Outdoor recreation special events/trips 12.1%
 
46. If you have not participated in campus recreation activities at all while attending this institution, or if you have not participated as much as you would have liked, what are the reasons? (Mark all that apply.)
 
Unaware of what programs are offered 40.8%
 
Too competitive 3.8%
 
Not interested 12.8%
Lack of time due to coursework 46.9%
 
Parking/transportation problems 16.2%
 
No friends also participating 20.6%
Programs not offered at a good time 22.0%
 
Work Schedule/job conflicts 45.1%
 
Childcare not available 3.4%
 
Poor health/personal conflicts 3.0%
 
  Other (Please specify)
  4.0%
 
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47. What is the most important change in recreation FACILITIES at this institution you would like to make? (Mark all that apply)
 
Add basketball/volleyball courts for informal recreation 17.9%
 
Add sand volleyball courts 28.0%
 
Add a lounge area 17.9%
Add weight/conditioning equipment 25.3%
 
Add ball fields/open/park space 13.8%
 
Add climbing wall 30.9%
Add tennis courts 6.7%
 
Add locker room facilities 16.6%
 
Add aerobics facility 21.5%
Add recreational pool facility 21.1%
 
Add childcare facilities 7.1%
 
Add ropes course 16.2%
Add racquetball courts 7.5%
 
Add food service facilities 21.9%
 
Add indoor group cycling area 19.2%
  Other (Please specify)
  6.7%
 
48. What is the most important change in recreation PROGRAMS at this institution you would like to make? (Mark all that apply)
 
More intramural sports 15.4%
 
Better student newspaper coverage of recreation activities 25.3%
 
More individual recognition for participation 3.4%
More outdoor recreation opportunities 18.8%
 
More information in the student newspaper about upcoming events 28.6%
 
Extended facility hours 22.8%
Less emphasis on competition 8.5%
 
More instructional sports skills and conditioning classes 16.8%
 
More wellness programs 14.7%
More sport club opportunities 14.1%
 
More special events 11.4%
 
Family programs 10.4%
 
More opportunity for indoor/outdoor soccer 13.1%
 
  Other (Please specify)
  4.0%
 
The following demographic information will be used for research purposes only.
 
Gender:
 
Male 40.0%
 
Female 56.0%
 
Status:
 
Undergraduate 86.8%
 
Staff 3.4%
Graduate 2.3%
 
Community 1.0%
Faculty 0.9%
 
Other 1.3%
 
Academic Year:
 
Freshman 34.1%
 
Senior 12.5%
Sophomore 26.9%
 
Graduate Student 1.0%
Junior 18.5%
 
Not Applicable 2.6%
 
 
Ethnic Group:
 
African American 1.3%
 
Hispanic 3.6%
Asian 3.3%
 
Native American 1.0%
Caucasian 80.7%
 
Other 4.7%
 
Residence:
 
Campus Housing 23.9%
 
Family 34.3%
Off-campus Housing 34.4%
 
 
Employment:
 
On campus 15.4%
 
None 19.9%
Off campus 60.3%
 
 
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