North Campus Survey - UofA Undergraduate Board of Governors

Where is your primary campus located?

North Campus

What challenges or issues have you encountered on campus that you believe need to be addressed?

Let your voice be heard! Please share any specific concerns or suggestions that you believe would be relevant to share to the Board of Governors or Students Council.

Would you like to provide demographic information?

Yes
No

Providing demographic information is completely optional and will remain anonymous. By sharing details about your identity, you help us better understand the diverse experiences and perspectives within our student community. This information allows us to identify trends, disparities, and unique challenges faced by different groups, ensuring that all voices are represented and addressed in our advocacy efforts. You may optionally select ones that apply to your concern to best tailor the response.

Please select your gender identity (you may select more than one answer)

Another Gender Identity (if you wish to specifiy):

Please select your sexual orientation (you may choose more than one):

This data helps in understanding how different sexual orientations might experience unique challenges or concerns within the university environment. Of course, this is optional.

Another sexual orientation (if you wish to specify):

Age

Please select your ethnicity/race (you may choose more than one):

This field helps identify trends and issues that may disproportionately affect certain ethnic or racial groups, allowing for more targeted support and representation.

Other (if you wish to specify):

Do you identify as a member of an Indigenous community (e.g., First Nations, Métis, Inuit, or another Indigenous group)?

Yes
No
Prefer not to say

This data can help us better understand and support the diverse experiences of Indigenous students, including aspects related to cultural identity, representation, and access to resources.

Do you identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color)?

Yes
No
Prefer not to say

This information allows us to recognize and address systemic inequalities that may impact your experience at the university. Collecting this data can help create a more equitable and inclusive environment, ensuring that the voices and concerns of BIPOC students are heard and represented in decision-making processes.

Are you an international or exchange student?

Yes
No

This information helps us tailor our support services, advocate for resources specific to your needs, and ensure that your voice is represented in discussions about university for you and incoming students in the future.

Do you identify as someone with a disability?

Yes
No

If yes, please select an option (you may choose more than one):

A person with a disability
Sensory disability (e.g., vision, hearing)
Another identity that should be protected on similar grounds as disability
Other (if you wish to specify):
Prefer not to say

Collecting information on disability status helps ensure that the platform is inclusive and meets the needs of students with disabilities. This information allows us to identify and address any barriers or challenges these students may face, ensuring that they have equal access to resources and support.

Other disability (if you wish to specify):

Family Status

This data is important to ensure that students with varying family responsibilities, such as student parents or caregivers, are considered in policy-making and resource allocation.

Other Family Status (please specify):

What is your economic circumstances & employment?

Not working and not looking for work
Not working but looking for work
Working less than 10 hours per week
Working more than 10 hours per week

This data helps us understand how this impacts our students access to resources, education, and participation in university life.

Please select your income level:

This data helps us understand how this impacts our students access to resources, education, and participation in university life.

To help us advocate for lower tuition costs, please share your experiences and thoughts on how tuition impacts your university life.

Who primarily pays for your tuition? (Select one):

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statements if applicable:

	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Neutral	Agree	Strongly Agree
My financial situation negatively impacts my academic performance.	Strongly DisagreeMy financial situation negatively impacts my academic performance. Strongly Disagree	DisagreeMy financial situation negatively impacts my academic performance. Disagree	NeutralMy financial situation negatively impacts my academic performance. Neutral	AgreeMy financial situation negatively impacts my academic performance. Agree	Strongly AgreeMy financial situation negatively impacts my academic performance. Strongly Agree
I have considered reducing my course load or delaying my studies due to tuition costs.	Strongly DisagreeI have considered reducing my course load or delaying my studies due to tuition costs. Strongly Disagree	DisagreeI have considered reducing my course load or delaying my studies due to tuition costs. Disagree	NeutralI have considered reducing my course load or delaying my studies due to tuition costs. Neutral	AgreeI have considered reducing my course load or delaying my studies due to tuition costs. Agree	Strongly AgreeI have considered reducing my course load or delaying my studies due to tuition costs. Strongly Agree
I feel supported by the university in managing my tuition and associated costs.	Strongly DisagreeI feel supported by the university in managing my tuition and associated costs. Strongly Disagree	DisagreeI feel supported by the university in managing my tuition and associated costs. Disagree	NeutralI feel supported by the university in managing my tuition and associated costs. Neutral	AgreeI feel supported by the university in managing my tuition and associated costs. Agree	Strongly AgreeI feel supported by the university in managing my tuition and associated costs. Strongly Agree

Please share any additional comments or experiences related to paying for tuition and/or student housing and how it affects your university experience.

To help us improve access to essential resources, please share your experiences and thoughts on the Campus Food Bank.

Are you aware of the campus food bank and its services?

Yes, I am aware and have used the services
Yes, I am aware but have not used the services
No, I am not aware of the campus food bank

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statements:

	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Neutral	Agree	Strongly Agree
I have experienced food insecurity while attending university.	Strongly DisagreeI have experienced food insecurity while attending university. Strongly Disagree	DisagreeI have experienced food insecurity while attending university. Disagree	NeutralI have experienced food insecurity while attending university. Neutral	AgreeI have experienced food insecurity while attending university. Agree	Strongly AgreeI have experienced food insecurity while attending university. Strongly Agree
I believe the campus food bank is a necessary service.	Strongly DisagreeI believe the campus food bank is a necessary service. Strongly Disagree	DisagreeI believe the campus food bank is a necessary service. Disagree	NeutralI believe the campus food bank is a necessary service. Neutral	AgreeI believe the campus food bank is a necessary service. Agree	Strongly AgreeI believe the campus food bank is a necessary service. Strongly Agree
I feel comfortable using the campus food bank if needed.	Strongly DisagreeI feel comfortable using the campus food bank if needed. Strongly Disagree	DisagreeI feel comfortable using the campus food bank if needed. Disagree	NeutralI feel comfortable using the campus food bank if needed. Neutral	AgreeI feel comfortable using the campus food bank if needed. Agree	Strongly AgreeI feel comfortable using the campus food bank if needed. Strongly Agree

Do you have any suggestions or feedback on how the campus food bank can better serve students?

Optional

[Optional] How would you like us to improve our form (i.e. what additional questions would you like to see included)?