Mission Statement #1 "To provide fully accredited occupational, academic, and pre-professional courses leading to certificates, associate degrees, and/or the first two years of transferable credit toward baccalaureate degrees."






Positive Response Negative Response TOTAL
% % %
This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 40 97.6% 1 2.4% 41 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 40 100.0% 0 .0% 40 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 21 55.3% 17 44.7% 38 100.0%

Mission Statement #2 "To provide students with opportunities to train for econmic independence; and to prepare for job entry, occupational advancement, and career development."






Positive Response Negative Response TOTAL
% % %
This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 38 95.0% 2 5.0% 40 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 34 87.2% 5 12.8% 39 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 18 47.4% 20 52.6% 38 100.0%

Mission Statement #3 "To provide remedial work, where needed and where possible, to help entering students to perform successfully in their chosen academic or occupational fields of study."






Positive Response Negative Response TOTAL
% % %
This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 39 97.5% 1 2.5% 40 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 33 82.5% 7 17.5% 40 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 23 60.5% 15 39.5% 38 100.0%

Mission Statement #4 "To provide students the opportunity for lifelong learning in occupational and avocational pursuits, personal enrichment, and general education based on a liberal arts curriculum."






Positive Response Negative Response TOTAL
% % %
This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 37 92.5% 3 7.5% 40 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 36 90.0% 4 10.0% 40 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 19 51.4% 18 48.6% 37 100.0%

Mission Statement #5 "To provide students with opportunites to increase intellectual capacities; to develop aesthetic awareness; to expand the dimensions of personal, social, ethical, and cultural development; and to develop qualities essential to good citizenship."






Positive Response Negative Response TOTAL
% % %
This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 37 92.5% 3 7.5% 40 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 30 76.9% 9 23.1% 39 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 18 50.0% 18 50.0% 36 100.0%

Mission Statement #6 "To provide educational activites in cooperation with area independent school districts, other institutions of higher learning, area industries, and area military bases; and to encourage and provide cultural activities, both independent of, and in cooperation with, organizations and groups in the community."






Positive Response Negative Response TOTAL
% % %
This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 38 95.0% 2 5.0% 40 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 34 82.9% 7 17.1% 41 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 21 58.3% 15 41.7% 36 100.0%






Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
The Del Mar College mission statement adequately reflects the College's educational role in the community. 38 92.7% 3 7.3% 41 100.0%
The Del Mar College mission statement is clear and concise and easily understood. 34 82.9% 7 17.1% 41 100.0%
The Del Mar College mission statement provides a useful framework for formulating specific goals. 32 86.5% 5 13.5% 37 100.0%




In the last five years I have been involved in the development or review of the mission statement in:

Yes No Total
% % %
Program reviews 10 25.6% 29 74.4% 39 100.0%
Departmental discussion of unit plans 24 61.5% 15 38.5% 39 100.0%
Strategic planning 18 45.0% 22 55.0% 40 100.0%




Organization and Administration

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
The Del Mar Board of Regents is free from undue pressure from political, religious, or other external bodies. 13 40.6% 19 59.4% 32 100.0%
The Del Mar Board of Regents protects College administrators from undue pressure from political, religious, or other external bodies. 10 33.3% 20 66.7% 30 100.0%
There is a distinction at Del Mar College, in practice, between the policy-making responsibility of the Board of Regents and the responsibility of the administration and faculty to implement policy. 19 52.8% 17 47.2% 36 100.0%
The administration implements policy within a broad framework as established by the Board of Regents of Del Mar College. 29 82.9% 6 17.1% 35 100.0%
Board Members do not usually concern themselves with details of day-to-day activities. 10 28.6% 25 71.4% 35 100.0%




Financial Resources

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
The College provides sufficient financial resources to support my program. 25 71.4% 10 28.6% 35 100.0%
The College provides me the opportunity to participate in the development of the budget. 22 68.8% 10 31.3% 32 100.0%
After the College budget has been adopted by the Board, budgetary control is a function of administration. 33 86.8% 5 13.2% 38 100.0%
The College has an effective program of internal auditing and financial control. 24 72.7% 9 27.3% 33 100.0%
The College's purchasing policies and procedures are clear and easily understood. 20 54.1% 17 45.9% 37 100.0%
The College has effective inventory management procedures and policies. 22 71.0% 9 29.0% 31 100.0%
The College is following investment policy as prescribed by the Board of Regents. 14 87.5% 2 12.5% 16 100.0%




Institutional Advancement

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
I am aware of the goals and mission statement of the Del Mar College Foundation. 18 62.1% 11 37.9% 29 100.0%
Further changes, beyond those recently proposed, are needed in the operational procedures of the Foundation. 7 28.0% 18 72.0% 25 100.0%
I have been contacted by the Former Students' Association to make a donation 22 73.3% 8 26.7% 30 100.0%
I am aware of the policies and procedures associated with raising funds for the Former Students' Association 9 34.6% 17 65.4% 26 100.0%




Educational Programs

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Del Mar College provides for its students a learning environment in which scholarly and creative achievement is encouraged. 39 95.1% 2 4.9% 41 100.0%
The College adequately supports its Continuing Education programs with all necessary resources and services. 24 77.4% 7 22.6% 31 100.0%
The primary responsibility for the quality of the educational programs at Del Mar College resides with the faculty. 27 73.0% 10 27.0% 37 100.0%




Indicate whether you believe the following publications are accurate and consistent in describing the institution and rigorously adhere to principles of good educational practice

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Del Mar College catalog 39 95.1% 2 4.9% 41 100.0%
Program brochures 30 88.2% 4 11.8% 34 100.0%
Class schedules 35 89.7% 4 10.3% 39 100.0%
Television advertisements 34 85.0% 6 15.0% 40 100.0%
Radio advertisements 30 83.3% 6 16.7% 36 100.0%
Newspaper advertisements 31 83.8% 6 16.2% 37 100.0%
Del Mar College website postings 32 91.4% 3 8.6% 35 100.0%





Computer Resources and Services

Yes No Not Applicable Total
% % % %
Do you have a computer in your office? 41 100.0% 0 .0% 0 .0% 41 100.0%
Is the computer in your office adequate for your needs? 36 87.8% 5 12.2% 0 .0% 41 100.0%
Do you have a computer at home? 27 65.9% 14 34.1% 0 .0% 41 100.0%
If you have a computer at home, is it connected to the internet? 16 40.0% 12 30.0% 12 30.0% 40 100.0%




Computer Resources and Services

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Computing Services responds quickly to requests for help. 37 88.1% 5 11.9% 42 100.0%
Computing Services staff are cooperative and helpful. 40 95.2% 2 4.8% 42 100.0%
There are sufficient computer resource personnel (installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting) to meet campus needs. 13 36.1% 23 63.9% 36 100.0%
I have a need for computer access by telephone dial-up to Del Mar College computer networks. 21 67.7% 10 32.3% 31 100.0%
I received training for using the hardware and software in my office. 21 50.0% 21 50.0% 42 100.0%
Technology training at Del Mar College has been offered at a time when I could attend. 28 70.0% 12 30.0% 40 100.0%
I need more training on the hardware and software in my office. 27 67.5% 13 32.5% 40 100.0%
The computer training classes offered have met my needs. 20 58.8% 14 41.2% 34 100.0%
I am knowledgeable about intellectual property rights concerning material found on the internet. 24 68.6% 11 31.4% 35 100.0%
I am knowledgeable about intellectual property rights concerning electronic instructional materials created by faculty for use in the classroom. 19 59.4% 13 40.6% 32 100.0%
In my opinion, the software used in Del Mar College computers is up to date. 25 64.1% 14 35.9% 39 100.0%
I use intracampus ('prof's') e-mail 37 90.2% 4 9.8% 41 100.0%
Del Mar College should hire a full-time technology instructor/trainer for faculty and staff. 32 82.1% 7 17.9% 39 100.0%
Technology resources are fairly distributed throughout the campus. 18 51.4% 17 48.6% 35 100.0%
My office has a schedule for upgrading computers and software. 12 38.7% 19 61.3% 31 100.0%
I am made aware of computer and software upgrades. 20 54.1% 17 45.9% 37 100.0%
The College should choose just one wordprocessing software program (e.g. Word or WordPerfect). 25 61.0% 16 39.0% 41 100.0%
I am able to use effectively the technology I already have. 29 72.5% 11 27.5% 40 100.0%
Del Mar College has a clearly stated, realistic, and effective campus-wide technology plan. 11 39.3% 17 60.7% 28 100.0%
Del Mar College's availability and use of technology compare favorably to that of other colleges. 12 52.2% 11 47.8% 23 100.0%
Instructors should have the ability to use technology to improve student learning. 38 95.0% 2 5.0% 40 100.0%




Please indicate if you have used or would like to use any of the following items:

Use Would like to use Total
% % %
Internet for research 28 80.0% 7 20.0% 35 100.0%
Internet for email 29 76.3% 9 23.7% 38 100.0%
Image scanning, digitizing 8 32.0% 17 68.0% 25 100.0%
Wordprocessing 36 92.3% 3 7.7% 39 100.0%
Spreadsheet software 19 76.0% 6 24.0% 25 100.0%
Database software 17 65.4% 9 34.6% 26 100.0%
Multimedia presentations 11 35.5% 20 64.5% 31 100.0%
Graphic software 6 23.1% 20 76.9% 26 100.0%
Audio digitizing 2 11.1% 16 88.9% 18 100.0%
Webpage software 6 22.2% 21 77.8% 27 100.0%
Listserves, channels 16 61.5% 10 38.5% 26 100.0%
Data encryption 6 27.3% 16 72.7% 22 100.0%




Library

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
The library provides quiet areas for students to study. 39 100.0% 0 .0% 39 100.0%
The library maintains adequate hours for users. 35 92.1% 3 7.9% 38 100.0%
Library staff are cooperative and helpful. 37 94.9% 2 5.1% 39 100.0%
I received the help I needed in using the computers in the library. 16 100.0% 0 .0% 16 100.0%
I received the help I needed in using the computerized databases in the library. 11 84.6% 2 15.4% 13 100.0%
Library staff regularly replace missing and outdated materials. 14 87.5% 2 12.5% 16 100.0%
The number of library professionals and support staff members is adequate. 16 72.7% 6 27.3% 22 100.0%
All library equipment is adequate and in good repair. 18 81.8% 4 18.2% 22 100.0%
The library considers suggestions concerning support services. 18 85.7% 3 14.3% 21 100.0%
The library has an adequate number of computer stations. 21 72.4% 8 27.6% 29 100.0%
The library book and research collection is sufficient to support the educational, research, and public service programs of the institution. 23 88.5% 3 11.5% 26 100.0%
The library provides convenient and effective access to library resources. 33 100.0% 0 .0% 33 100.0%
Internet access is adequate. 18 78.3% 5 21.7% 23 100.0%
Interlibrary loan service is available and efficient. 20 95.2% 1 4.8% 21 100.0%
The library is readily accessible to users with disabilities. 24 100.0% 0 .0% 24 100.0%
The collections of printed materials are well organized. 32 97.0% 1 3.0% 33 100.0%
The collections of non-print materials are well organized. 16 88.9% 2 11.1% 18 100.0%
Reference services are adequate for research purposes. 22 95.7% 1 4.3% 23 100.0%
The reference materials available support all of the programs, including the West Campus. 16 88.9% 2 11.1% 18 100.0%
The library provides a broad range of readily accessible learning resources at both primary and distance learning sites. 13 81.3% 3 18.8% 16 100.0%
The library provides effective access to both on-site and remote electronic databases. 11 91.7% 1 8.3% 12 100.0%
Library buildings are large enough to support the many services that are required. 23 88.5% 3 11.5% 26 100.0%
The materials circulation system is efficient. 22 91.7% 2 8.3% 24 100.0%
There is a wide variety of multimedia material available in the library. 19 90.5% 2 9.5% 21 100.0%
The multimedia materials at the library adequately support the College facultys' research needs. 11 84.6% 2 15.4% 13 100.0%
New books and materials are purchased in a manner necessary to meet the needs of those students that are in programs where the technology changes rapidly. 14 87.5% 2 12.5% 16 100.0%
Study rooms are accessible to patrons with disabilities. 18 100.0% 0 .0% 18 100.0%
The library provides study space for students who want to study in groups. 27 96.4% 1 3.6% 28 100.0%
Computers in the library are easily accessible for patrons with disabilities. 19 100.0% 0 .0% 19 100.0%




Please indicate the effectiveness of the following health services at Del Mar College.

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
First aid supplies in the buildings where I work. 18 72.0% 7 28.0% 25 100.0%
Current health information. 9 42.9% 12 57.1% 21 100.0%
Dental hygiene services. 14 73.7% 5 26.3% 19 100.0%
Fitness information. 18 66.7% 9 33.3% 27 100.0%
Fitness facilities. 22 75.9% 7 24.1% 29 100.0%




How important would it be for Del Mar College to offer the following student services?

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Financial aid 41 97.6% 1 2.4% 42 100.0%
Academic advising by counselors 39 95.1% 2 4.9% 41 100.0%
Academic advising by faculty 41 97.6% 1 2.4% 42 100.0%
Personal counseling 38 90.5% 4 9.5% 42 100.0%
Career counseling 41 97.6% 1 2.4% 42 100.0%
Career information and planning 41 97.6% 1 2.4% 42 100.0%
Placement services 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%
Job or education follow-up activities 37 88.1% 5 11.9% 42 100.0%
Testing services 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%
Health services 35 83.3% 7 16.7% 42 100.0%
Health education 36 85.7% 6 14.3% 42 100.0%
Health insurance 31 75.6% 10 24.4% 41 100.0%
Childcare services 39 92.9% 3 7.1% 42 100.0%
Parking 41 97.6% 1 2.4% 42 100.0%
Transportation (shuttle service or bus tokens) 35 83.3% 7 16.7% 42 100.0%
Reading Lab 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%
Math Learning Lab 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%
Writing Center 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%
Student Technology Center 41 97.6% 1 2.4% 42 100.0%
Student orientation 41 100.0% 0 .0% 41 100.0%
Workshops on study skills, test taking, stress management, etc 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%
Lounge area for students in Harvin Center 35 83.3% 7 16.7% 42 100.0%
Lounge area for students in Coleman Center 35 83.3% 7 16.7% 42 100.0%
Food service 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%
Special services to students with disabilities, displaced homemakers, nontraditional students, and senior citizens 40 100.0% 0 .0% 40 100.0%
Opportunities for intern placement like Disney World 37 88.1% 5 11.9% 42 100.0%
Field trips 36 85.7% 6 14.3% 42 100.0%
Study programs in other countries 25 59.5% 17 40.5% 42 100.0%
Community service projects and activities 40 95.2% 2 4.8% 42 100.0%
Campus security 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%
Tutoring 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%
Mentoring program 41 97.6% 1 2.4% 42 100.0%
Housing 16 38.1% 26 61.9% 42 100.0%
College-operated bookstore 28 66.7% 14 33.3% 42 100.0%
Referral to Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA), Texas Rehabilitation Commission (TRC), Veterans Administration (VA) tuition assistance 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%






Yes No Total
% % %
The majority of Del Mar students attend school part-time (fewer than 12 hours). Do you think the services and activities available to students meet the needs of part-time students? 33 80.5% 8 19.5% 41 100.0%
In your opinion, do the student development services at Del Mar College contribute to the cultural, social, moral, intellectual and physical development of students? 27 67.5% 13 32.5% 40 100.0%
Are you aware of the rights and responsibilities of students at Del Mar College and where you would look to get a copy of the information? 35 83.3% 7 16.7% 42 100.0%




Physical Resources

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Automobile parking facilities are adequate. 17 42.5% 23 57.5% 40 100.0%
In the buildings where I work, the corridors are of ample width and are unobstructed. 38 92.7% 3 7.3% 41 100.0%
The College provides sufficient storage space. 18 46.2% 21 53.8% 39 100.0%
I have sufficient office equipment and storage facilities in my office (filing cabinets, bookshelves, etc.). 27 64.3% 15 35.7% 42 100.0%
The College has sufficient office space for its current workforce. 12 29.3% 29 70.7% 41 100.0%
The conference rooms are adequate for my needs. 27 71.1% 11 28.9% 38 100.0%
The telephone system is adequate for my needs. 31 73.8% 11 26.2% 42 100.0%
Maintenance personnel respond quickly and effectively to requests for help. 23 59.0% 16 41.0% 39 100.0%
Del Mar College provides for its students sufficient space for the learning environment so that scholarly and creative achievement is encouraged. 30 76.9% 9 23.1% 39 100.0%
Adequate facilities, supplies, and equipment are available on-site for outreach courses requiring those items. 17 81.0% 4 19.0% 21 100.0%
Facilities on campus are used efficiently. 24 64.9% 13 35.1% 37 100.0%
The general appearance and upkeep of the campus grounds are adequate. 28 66.7% 14 33.3% 42 100.0%
Housekeeping in the building in which I work is efficiently carried out. 33 78.6% 9 21.4% 42 100.0%
Buildings are well maintained, including painting, floor covering, roof repairs, general maintenance, and pest control. 18 42.9% 24 57.1% 42 100.0%
I feel my property is safe when I am on the Del Mar campuses. 29 72.5% 11 27.5% 40 100.0%
I feel personally safe when I am on the Del Mar campuses. 39 92.9% 3 7.1% 42 100.0%
There is adequate lighting around campus walkways, streets, and parking lots. 26 65.0% 14 35.0% 40 100.0%
Security after hours, on weekends, and on holidays is adequate. 25 89.3% 3 10.7% 28 100.0%
If I were to encounter a hazardous, life-threatening, or criminal situation or activity, I would know to whom it should be reported. 38 90.5% 4 9.5% 42 100.0%
I am familiar with College policies about natural disasters, fires, explosions, etc. 31 73.8% 11 26.2% 42 100.0%
I am familiar with Del Mar College's emergency policies relating to accidents or illnesses which occur in my work area. 30 73.2% 11 26.8% 41 100.0%
I feel adequately prepared to deal with common accidents or illnesses which may occur in my work area. 32 78.0% 9 22.0% 41 100.0%
If I were to encounter a situation requiring first aid, I would know whom to contact on campus. 29 70.7% 12 29.3% 41 100.0%
Fire exits are well marked in all buildings. 32 86.5% 5 13.5% 37 100.0%




Please rate your office area on the adequacy of the following items.

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Lighting 42 100.0% 0 .0% 42 100.0%
Heating 33 78.6% 9 21.4% 42 100.0%
Cooling 28 66.7% 14 33.3% 42 100.0%
Ventilation 31 73.8% 11 26.2% 42 100.0%
Humidity 29 69.0% 13 31.0% 42 100.0%
Acoustics 38 90.5% 4 9.5% 42 100.0%
Equipment 37 88.1% 5 11.9% 42 100.0%
Sufficient space 31 73.8% 11 26.2% 42 100.0%




If you are an employee with a physical disability please answer question 116a and 116b.

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Employees and students with disabilities have adequate access to buildings and grounds. 6 75.0% 2 25.0% 8 100.0%
Employees and students with disabilities have adequate reserved parking. 5 62.5% 3 37.5% 8 100.0%




If yes, Please complete questions 118-122

Yes No Total
% % %
Are you a unit planning manager? (You completed and signed a unit plan for 1998/1999). 18 46.2% 21 53.8% 39 100.0%




Institutional Effectiveness

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
The process of developing unit plans in 1997 and 1998 was beneficial for me and my unit. 20 87.0% 3 13.0% 23 100.0%
Unit plan assessment findings were beneficial in improving classes, programs or services. 19 86.4% 3 13.6% 22 100.0%




Financial Resources

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
I am notified of budget revisions in a timely manner. 15 68.2% 7 31.8% 22 100.0%
After the College budget has been adopted by the Board, budgetary control is a function of administration. 21 91.3% 2 8.7% 23 100.0%
The Business Office provides me with interim budget statements on a periodic basis for guidance in staying within my budget. 18 78.3% 5 21.7% 23 100.0%




Staff in the following offices are helpful, cooperative, and effective:

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Financial Aid 29 90.6% 3 9.4% 32 100.0%
Counseling 16 53.3% 14 46.7% 30 100.0%
Placement 21 77.8% 6 22.2% 27 100.0%
Testing 30 93.8% 2 6.3% 32 100.0%
Special Populations 33 97.1% 1 2.9% 34 100.0%
Student Activities 29 87.9% 4 12.1% 33 100.0%