October 18, 2023  |   

Below are the slides that CIRES HR Director Angela Knight presented at today’s CIRES Town Hall (October 18, 2023). Below that, we’ve posted the specific questions in the survey. THANK YOU to everyone who provided feedback through this and other surveys. They matter.

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Survey Questions:

  1. During the past six months, I have not seriously considered leaving CU Boulder for another job.
  2. I would recommend employment at CU Boulder as a good place to work.
  3. I am proud to work for CU Boulder.
  4. Overall, I have been satisfied with my experiences at CU Boulder.
  5. I feel I am a part of CU Boulder’s mission.
  6. My effort directly affects the success of CU Boulder.
  7. I am willing to put in effort beyond what is expected to help CU Boulder be successful.
  8. I love working for the University of Colorado Boulder.
  9. CU Boulder has policies and practices to protect against and eliminate discrimination and harassment. 
  10. I feel I can accomplish my career objectives at CU Boulder.
  11. The orientation process used by my work unit prepares new employees to be successful.
  12. I understand what I need to do be successful in my job.
  13. CU Boulder has a work environment that allows me to grow and develop.
  14. CU Boulder is making progress in diversity, equity, and inclusion work.
  15. I have opportunities to develop friendships at work.
  16. CU Boulder has done a good job of adapting to a changing environment.
  17. Compared to 2019 (before the Pandemic), CU Boulder has changed for the better.
  18. I understand the vision, strategic imperatives, and priorities of CU Boulder.
  19. CU Boulder is actively working to increase transparency and fairness on pay.
  20. The benefits offered by CU meet my current needs.
  21. I have the tools I need to be successful. 
  22. CU Boulder does a good job of retaining its most talented faculty and staff.
  23. My supervisor/department or division chair understands what keeps me excited about being a part of CU Boulder.
  24. My contributions are valued.
  25. My accomplishments are recognized.
  26. I value the relationship I have with my supervisor/department or division chair.
  27. I have opportunities to participate in decisions that affect my work.
  28. Respectful treatment is the norm at CU Boulder.
  29. I trust the people with whom I work.
  30. Faculty and staff at CU Boulder treat each other with respect.
  31. My workload allows me to meet the expectations of my role.
  32. I have access to wellness resources that provide the support I need.
  33. Thinking about the last six months, how often have you felt “burned out”?
  34. I am able to manage my personal and work life, including time to support my wellness.

Faculty-only questions:

  1. I understand academic freedom and how it applies to my teaching and research.
  2. Faculty in my academic unit are collegial and treat each other with respect.
  3. Faculty are provided with the mentoring and support needed for tenure and promotion.
  4. The orientation process for new faculty is effective in preparing them to be successful.
  5. My Dean/Institute Director communicates effectively with faculty.
  6. My association with CU Boulder has enriched my career.