Table
Results From a Factor Analysis of the Adapted Campus Climate Scale
Factor
1 2 3 4 5
I feel free to participate in class by asking questions or making comments in an online discussion thread.
0.78
In general, my instructors help me feel confident of my abilities. 0.78 I feel comfortable approaching my instructors for advice and
assistance.
0.77
I feel that I am treated with respect. 0.77
If I had to do it all over again, I would still attend the university. 0.73
My work is evaluated fairly. 0.65
I have found the atmosphere at this university to be very friendly. 0.64
In general, I fit in with other students here. 0.60
I feel comfortable participating in online review sessions. 0.58 I have experienced racial insensitivity from other students. 0.89 I have experienced racial insensitivity from faculty. 0.86 In my opinion, this university is more racist than most. 0.82 Students of other races or ethnic groups seem uncomfortable
interacting with me.
0.63
Other students say hurtful things to me sometimes. -0.52 -0.51 The university makes a genuine effort to recruit racial and ethnic
minority students.
0.86
The university has made a special effort to help racial and ethnic minority students feel like they “belong” in this university.
0.78
The university fosters respect for cultural differences. 0.57 The university demonstrates diversity among faculty and staff. 0.54 I feel I am treated differently due to my native language or accent. 0.46 0.57 Compared to other students, instructors are more critical of my posts
because of my grammar.
0.53
Compared to other students, my online posts do not receive as much attention by instructors.
0.50
I feel my instructors show little interest in my opinions.
I would like to feel more included by the university.
I feel comfortable reaching out to my advisor. 0.41 0.73
The advisors here are sensitive to student needs. 0.72