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. 597 96.9% 19 3.1% 616 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 575 94.1% 36 5.9% 611 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 462 78.6% 126 21.4% 588 100.0%

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. 583 95.9% 25 4.1% 608 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 577 93.8% 38 6.2% 615 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 475 83.0% 97 17.0% 572 100.0%

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. 540 92.5% 44 7.5% 584 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 543 92.5% 44 7.5% 587 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 498 89.1% 61 10.9% 559 100.0%

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. 543 95.4% 26 4.6% 569 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 529 93.8% 35 6.2% 564 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 474 88.9% 59 11.1% 533 100.0%

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. 548 90.4% 58 9.6% 606 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 531 88.4% 70 11.6% 601 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 474 84.5% 87 15.5% 561 100.0%

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. 484 88.6% 62 11.4% 546 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 467 86.6% 72 13.4% 539 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 420 83.0% 86 17.0% 506 100.0%






Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
The Del Mar College mission statement adequately reflects the College's educational role in the community. 566 93.7% 38 6.3% 604 100.0%
The Del Mar College mission statement is clear and concise and easily understood. 531 86.3% 84 13.7% 615 100.0%
The Del Mar College mission statement provides a useful framework for formulating specific goals. 539 89.2% 65 10.8% 604 100.0%




Institutional Advancement

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
I am aware Del Mar College has a Former Students' Association. 161 46.0% 189 54.0% 350 100.0%
After I leave Del Mar, I would be interested in being a member of the Former Students' Association. 225 52.6% 203 47.4% 428 100.0%
I would be interested in serving in some capacity in the Former Students' Association. 189 44.2% 239 55.8% 428 100.0%




Educational Programs

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
The libraries are adequate for my instructional needs. 538 88.3% 71 11.7% 609 100.0%
The computer resources are appropriate for my instructional needs. 541 89.7% 62 10.3% 603 100.0%
The instructional materials and equipment are appropriate for my needs. 562 88.8% 71 11.2% 633 100.0%
The physical facilities are appropriate for my instructional needs. 469 85.0% 83 15.0% 552 100.0%
My instructors provide me with written information about the goals and requirements of each course. 598 92.4% 49 7.6% 647 100.0%
My instructors provide me with written information about the nature of course content. 601 92.9% 46 7.1% 647 100.0%
My instructors provide me with written information about the methods of evaluation to be employed. 462 76.4% 143 23.6% 605 100.0%
The methods of teaching are appropriate to the goals of each course. 562 87.7% 79 12.3% 641 100.0%
The methods of teaching are appropriate to my capabilities. 554 85.9% 91 14.1% 645 100.0%
The grading methods and standards in my courses properly measure the levels of my achievement. 550 87.7% 77 12.3% 627 100.0%
The grading methods and standards in my courses demonstrate a concern for quality. 525 84.5% 96 15.5% 621 100.0%
Del Mar College provides for its students a learning environment in which scholarly and creative achievement is encouraged. 553 89.2% 67 10.8% 620 100.0%
The College adequately supports its Continuing Education programs with all necessary resources and services. 462 90.2% 50 9.8% 512 100.0%
I have received effective academic advising. 404 69.5% 177 30.5% 581 100.0%




Indicate whether you believe the following publications are accurate and consistent in describing the institution

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Del Mar catalog 592 94.6% 34 5.4% 626 100.0%
Program brochures 508 91.0% 50 9.0% 558 100.0%
Website postings 339 89.0% 42 11.0% 381 100.0%
Class schedules 559 89.0% 69 11.0% 628 100.0%
Television advertisements 506 87.5% 72 12.5% 578 100.0%
Radio advertisements 403 84.0% 77 16.0% 480 100.0%
Newspaper Advertisements 417 85.8% 69 14.2% 486 100.0%




Educational Programs

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
The College's recruiting activities and materials accurately and truthfully portray the College. 454 87.1% 67 12.9% 521 100.0%
Before the end of my first semester enrolled at Del Mar College, I was informed of the amount of credit which transferred from my previous institution to Del Mar College. 127 57.2% 95 42.8% 222 100.0%




Indicate which of the following methods have been used to evaluate you in any of your courses at Del Mar College

Yes No Total
% % %
Short answer examinations (multiple choice, true-false, fill in blank) 559 88.3% 74 11.7% 633 100.0%
Essay examinations 491 75.9% 156 24.1% 647 100.0%
Final examinations 522 81.2% 121 18.8% 643 100.0%
In-class essays 450 70.0% 193 30.0% 643 100.0%
Out-of-class essays 464 71.6% 184 28.4% 648 100.0%
Research papers 478 73.7% 171 26.3% 649 100.0%
Journals or logs 402 62.2% 244 37.8% 646 100.0%
Attendance 613 94.6% 35 5.4% 648 100.0%
Class participation 607 93.5% 42 6.5% 649 100.0%
Collaborative projects 428 66.8% 213 33.2% 641 100.0%
Term projects 373 58.2% 268 41.8% 641 100.0%
Oral reports 403 62.9% 238 37.1% 641 100.0%
Students evaluating each other's work/participation 446 69.3% 198 30.7% 644 100.0%
Homework 584 90.5% 61 9.5% 645 100.0%
Pop or daily quizzes 514 79.7% 131 20.3% 645 100.0%
Participation in performance (drama, music, etc.) 215 33.6% 425 66.4% 640 100.0%
Portfolio of work (art, composition , etc) 205 32.0% 436 68.0% 641 100.0%
Laboratory work 502 78.1% 141 21.9% 643 100.0%
Book reviews 343 53.9% 293 46.1% 636 100.0%
Field experiences 229 35.7% 412 64.3% 641 100.0%
Examinations containing problems 468 73.1% 172 26.9% 640 100.0%





Financial Resources

Yes No Not Applicable Total
% % % %
Have you ever withdrawn from classes and been eligible for a refund? 172 26.5% 271 41.8% 206 31.7% 649 100.0%
If so, was the refund check received in a timely manner? 103 16.7% 96 15.6% 418 67.7% 617 100.0%
If you have ever taken a distance learning course (telecourse, online, web based, off-campus) did you have access to and interaction with full-time faculty members? 60 9.4% 161 25.2% 418 65.4% 639 100.0%




Computer Resources and Services

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
I have gained sufficient computer/software skills at Del Mar College to assist me in my future work. 342 68.4% 158 31.6% 500 100.0%
There should be a required computer course where students learn to use the computer, software, printer, and other computer peripherals. 517 83.5% 102 16.5% 619 100.0%
I have had courses at Del Mar College that required me to use a computer. 513 89.1% 63 10.9% 576 100.0%
I have had classes that utilized internet resources. 359 70.1% 153 29.9% 512 100.0%
Some of my classes have utilized computer multimedia presentations. 284 61.9% 175 38.1% 459 100.0%
The use of computer multimedia presentations improves instruction. 368 82.5% 78 17.5% 446 100.0%
Del Mar College computer resources are up to date. 429 83.6% 84 16.4% 513 100.0%
Operating hours of the Student Technology Center are adequate. 417 84.9% 74 15.1% 491 100.0%
I am knowledgeable about intellectual property rights concerning material found on the internet. 387 78.7% 105 21.3% 492 100.0%
Use of a computer is required for at least one of my classes. 486 85.4% 83 14.6% 569 100.0%
The faculty are able to facilitate my use of computers and technology. 438 82.2% 95 17.8% 533 100.0%
Instructors in my classes have shown the ability to use technology to improve learning. 480 85.7% 80 14.3% 560 100.0%





Computer Resources and Services

Yes No Not Applicable Total
% % % %
Do you have a computer at home? 389 59.9% 260 40.1% 0 .0% 649 100.0%
If you have a computer at home, is it connected to the internet? 243 38.0% 203 31.7% 194 30.3% 640 100.0%
Do you have a need for computer access by telephone dial-up to Del Mar College computer networks? 178 27.8% 275 42.9% 188 29.3% 641 100.0%







Computer Resources and Services

Never 1-3 times per semester Monthly Weekly Daily Total
% % % % % %
How often do you use the Student Technology Center? 280 43.3% 158 24.4% 58 9.0% 122 18.9% 29 4.5% 647 100.0%






Computer Resources and Services

Never Seldom Some Frequently Total
% % % % %
Do you use other Del Mar College computer labs besides the Student Technology Center? 247 37.9% 159 24.4% 174 26.7% 71 10.9% 651 100.0%




Physical Resources

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Automobile parking facilities are adequate. 103 16.1% 536 83.9% 639 100.0%
Facilities on campus are used efficiently. 436 71.7% 172 28.3% 608 100.0%
The general appearance and upkeep of the campus grounds are adequate. 486 75.6% 157 24.4% 643 100.0%
Housekeeping in the building in which I work is efficiently carried out. 562 92.4% 46 7.6% 608 100.0%
Buildings are well maintained, including painting, floor covering, roof repairs, general maintenance, and pest control. 538 84.7% 97 15.3% 635 100.0%
Classroom and laboratory equipment are maintained in operational condition in the buildings in which I study. 557 89.5% 65 10.5% 622 100.0%
I feel my property is safe when I am on the Del Mar campuses. 449 70.8% 185 29.2% 634 100.0%
I feel personally safe when I am on the Del Mar campuses. 557 87.9% 77 12.1% 634 100.0%
There is adequate lighting around campus walkways, streets, and parking lots. 410 70.4% 172 29.6% 582 100.0%
Campus security in the offices, buildings, and grounds is adequate and effective. 435 74.7% 147 25.3% 582 100.0%
If I were to encounter a hazardous, life-threatening, or criminal situation or activity, I would know to whom it should be reported. 262 46.7% 299 53.3% 561 100.0%
Fire exits are well marked in all buildings. 509 84.1% 96 15.9% 605 100.0%
Students with disabilities have adequate access to buildings and grounds. 100 82.0% 22 18.0% 122 100.0%
Students with disabilities have adequate reserved parking. 92 78.0% 26 22.0% 118 100.0%




Please rate your classroom and labortory area on the adequacy of the following items

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Lighting 643 99.2% 5 .8% 648 100.0%
Heating 600 94.2% 37 5.8% 637 100.0%
Cooling 600 92.4% 49 7.6% 649 100.0%
Ventilation 621 95.7% 28 4.3% 649 100.0%
Humidity 591 91.9% 52 8.1% 643 100.0%
Acoustics 608 94.4% 36 5.6% 644 100.0%
Equipment 613 94.5% 36 5.5% 649 100.0%
Sufficient space 568 87.7% 80 12.3% 648 100.0%




Health and Student Services

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
First aid supplies in classroom buildings 174 81.3% 40 18.7% 214 100.0%
Current health information 182 81.3% 42 18.8% 224 100.0%
Dental hygiene services 166 86.5% 26 13.5% 192 100.0%
Fitness information 233 87.9% 32 12.1% 265 100.0%
Fitness facilities 251 86.6% 39 13.4% 290 100.0%




Health and Student Services

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Financial aid 634 97.8% 14 2.2% 648 100.0%
Academic advising by counselors 636 97.7% 15 2.3% 651 100.0%
Academic advising by faculty 630 97.1% 19 2.9% 649 100.0%
Personal counseling 606 93.4% 43 6.6% 649 100.0%
Career counseling 638 98.2% 12 1.8% 650 100.0%
Career information and planning 634 98.0% 13 2.0% 647 100.0%
Placement services 624 96.1% 25 3.9% 649 100.0%
Job or education follow-up activities 602 92.9% 46 7.1% 648 100.0%
Testing services 617 95.2% 31 4.8% 648 100.0%
Health services 603 93.1% 45 6.9% 648 100.0%
Health education 601 93.0% 45 7.0% 646 100.0%
Health insurance 550 85.1% 96 14.9% 646 100.0%
Childcare services 577 89.2% 70 10.8% 647 100.0%
Parking 634 98.0% 13 2.0% 647 100.0%
Transportation (shuttle service or bus tokens) 566 88.3% 75 11.7% 641 100.0%
Reading Lab 590 91.5% 55 8.5% 645 100.0%
Math Learning Lab 623 96.6% 22 3.4% 645 100.0%
Writing Center 611 95.0% 32 5.0% 643 100.0%
Student Technology Center 623 96.4% 23 3.6% 646 100.0%
Student orientation 569 88.6% 73 11.4% 642 100.0%
Workshops on study skills, test taking, stress management, etc 599 93.0% 45 7.0% 644 100.0%
Lounge area for students in Harvin Center 595 92.2% 50 7.8% 645 100.0%
Lounge area for students in Coleman Center 577 90.2% 63 9.8% 640 100.0%
Food service 612 95.0% 32 5.0% 644 100.0%
Special services to students with disabilities, displaced homemakers, nontraditional students, and senior citizens 622 96.4% 23 3.6% 645 100.0%
Opportunities for intern placement like Disney World 524 80.9% 124 19.1% 648 100.0%
Field trips 517 80.3% 127 19.7% 644 100.0%
Study programs in other countries 541 83.4% 108 16.6% 649 100.0%
Community service projects and activities 574 88.7% 73 11.3% 647 100.0%
Campus security 629 97.4% 17 2.6% 646 100.0%
Tutoring 626 96.6% 22 3.4% 648 100.0%
Mentoring program 582 90.2% 63 9.8% 645 100.0%
Housing 501 78.0% 141 22.0% 642 100.0%
College-operated bookstore 601 93.3% 43 6.7% 644 100.0%
Referral to Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA), Texas Rehabilitation Commission (TRC), Veterans Administration (VA) tuition assistance 604 95.1% 31 4.9% 635 100.0%






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? 574 90.4% 61 9.6% 635 100.0%
In your opinion, do the student development services at Del Mar College contribute to the cultural, social, moral, intellectual and physical development of students? 567 89.9% 64 10.1% 631 100.0%
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? 358 56.8% 272 43.2% 630 100.0%




Library

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
The library provides quiet areas for students to study. 571 95.8% 25 4.2% 596 100.0%
The library maintains adequate hours for users. 533 90.2% 58 9.8% 591 100.0%
Library staff are cooperative and helpful. 503 86.4% 79 13.6% 582 100.0%
I have received the help I needed in using the computers in the library. 434 85.1% 76 14.9% 510 100.0%
I have received the help I needed in using the computerized databases in the library. 396 82.5% 84 17.5% 480 100.0%
Library staff regularly replace missing and outdated materials. 365 81.5% 83 18.5% 448 100.0%
The number of library professionals and support staff members is adequate. 421 81.0% 99 19.0% 520 100.0%
All library equipment is adequate and in good repair. 485 91.3% 46 8.7% 531 100.0%
The library considers suggestions concerning support services. 363 84.2% 68 15.8% 431 100.0%
The library has an adequate number of computer stations. 420 79.7% 107 20.3% 527 100.0%
The library book and research collection is sufficient to support the educational, research, and public service programs of the institution. 470 88.8% 59 11.2% 529 100.0%
The library provides convenient and effective access to library resources. 501 90.3% 54 9.7% 555 100.0%
Internet access is adequate. 432 90.8% 44 9.2% 476 100.0%
Interlibrary loan service is available and efficient. 340 88.8% 43 11.2% 383 100.0%
The library is readily accessible to disabled users. 406 92.7% 32 7.3% 438 100.0%
The collections of printed materials are well organized. 480 93.2% 35 6.8% 515 100.0%
The collections of non-print materials are well organized. 448 92.0% 39 8.0% 487 100.0%
Reference services are adequate for research purposes. 466 90.7% 48 9.3% 514 100.0%
The reference materials available support all of the programs, including the West Campus. 358 89.1% 44 10.9% 402 100.0%
The library provides a broad range of readily accessible learning resources at both primary and distance learning sites. 400 89.9% 45 10.1% 445 100.0%
I have attended an orientation program on how to use the library. 397 77.7% 114 22.3% 511 100.0%
The library provides effective access to both on-site and remote electronic databases. 369 88.5% 48 11.5% 417 100.0%
Library buildings are large enough to support the many services that are required. 469 88.7% 60 11.3% 529 100.0%
The materials circulation system is efficient. 457 92.7% 36 7.3% 493 100.0%
There is a wide variety of multimedia material available in the library. 432 90.8% 44 9.2% 476 100.0%
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. 394 89.7% 45 10.3% 439 100.0%
Study rooms are accessible to patrons with disabilities. 382 92.5% 31 7.5% 413 100.0%
The library provides study space for students who want to study in groups. 470 91.8% 42 8.2% 512 100.0%
Computers in the library are easily accessible for patrons with disabilities. 353 92.4% 29 7.6% 382 100.0%




Please indicate your interest in the following Del Mar College student activities

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Intramural sports 338 53.1% 299 46.9% 637 100.0%
Free use of swimming pool 482 75.5% 156 24.5% 638 100.0%
Free use of weight room 512 80.0% 128 20.0% 640 100.0%
Free use of jogging track 470 73.9% 166 26.1% 636 100.0%
Free use of racquetball courts 404 63.5% 232 36.5% 636 100.0%
Free use of tennis courts 391 61.9% 241 38.1% 632 100.0%
Recognition of academic achievement 476 74.6% 162 25.4% 638 100.0%
Leadership orientation 411 64.2% 229 35.8% 640 100.0%
College-wide clubs like political and religious organizations 315 49.5% 321 50.5% 636 100.0%
Honor organizations like Phi Theta Kappa 344 54.3% 289 45.7% 633 100.0%
Student Government Association 285 45.0% 349 55.0% 634 100.0%
Cultural activities (student participation) 347 55.1% 283 44.9% 630 100.0%
Cultural activities (on campus, brought in from outside) 371 59.1% 257 40.9% 628 100.0%
Special ticketing discounts for cultural activities(off campus) 437 69.0% 196 31.0% 633 100.0%
Foghorn (campus newspaper) 435 68.7% 198 31.3% 633 100.0%
This Week on Campus (official event calendar) 445 70.7% 184 29.3% 629 100.0%
Del Mar College website 413 65.1% 221 34.9% 634 100.0%




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

Positive Response Negative Response Total
% % %
Financial Aid 414 78.7% 112 21.3% 526 100.0%
Counseling 495 86.7% 76 13.3% 571 100.0%
Placement 412 83.6% 81 16.4% 493 100.0%
Testing 456 87.7% 64 12.3% 520 100.0%
Special Populations 310 85.6% 52 14.4% 362 100.0%
Student Activities 361 87.6% 51 12.4% 412 100.0%