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First-year Students, Senior Students, and Faculty—Your Voice Matters!

UHD invites you to participate in the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) and the Faculty Survey of Student Engagement (FSSE) (pronounced “nessie” and "fessie" respectively). These surveys allow students and faculty to share their experiences and insights, shaping the future of learning, engagement, and teaching practices at UHD.
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What are NSSE and FSSE?

National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE)
Conducted by Indiana University Bloomington, this survey has collected feedback from over 6.5 million students at 1,700 institutions since 2000. UHD has proudly participated since 2008.

Faculty Survey of Student Engagement (FSSE)
This survey complements NSSE by gathering insights from faculty that taught courses in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Together, NSSE and FSSE provide a comprehensive picture of engagement and educational practices at UHD.

How Does NSSE and FSSE Impact You?

 

Students

NSSE invites first-year and senior students to share their experiences, including:

  • Time spent on educational activities.
  • Participation in internships, service-learning, and study abroad.
  • Perceptions of academic advising.
  • Personal and educational growth.

Participation helps UHD understand how to improve learning experiences and engagement levels, making your voice a vital part of UHD’s growth.
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Faculty

FSSE gathers input from faculty, instructors, and graduate students who teach. It focuses on:

  • How instructional staff perceive student engagement.
  • Priorities in teaching, learning, and development.
  • Interaction with students.
  • Allocation of time inside and outside the classroom.

Faculty feedback ensures teaching practices align with effective strategies to foster student success
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Why Does Your Participation Matter?

Your input directly impacts UHD’s ability to improve learning experiences, identify areas of strength, and address opportunities for growth. These surveys measure:

  • Participation in High-Impact Practices (e.g., internships, study abroad, service-learning).
  • Engagement Indicators (e.g., academic challenge, learning with peers, interactions with faculty).
  • Educational and personal growth.
  • Perceptions of academic advising and transferable skills development.
  • Faculty perspectives on teaching practices, student engagement, and the learning environment.
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Why Are NSSE and FSSE Important?

NSSE and FSSE are important tools for helping UHD faculty and administrators assess the effectiveness of their programs and services by answering the critical question, “How well are we doing?”

These surveys provide valuable benchmarks, enabling UHD to compare student and faculty engagement with other institutions. The data gathered from NSSE and FSSE guide decisions aimed at enhancing academic programs, student life, teaching practices, and policies. Additionally, they promote productive discussions about teaching, learning, and the overall quality of the undergraduate educational experience at UHD.
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May 12, 2025
NSSE 2025 Survey Concludes
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NSSE FAQs

In appreciation for participating, we will enter all students who complete the survey into a drawing for 1 of 4 iPads (worth $349 each) and 1 of 16 AirPods (worth $129 each). Your chances of winning depend on how many students complete the survey. 5249 UHD students will be invited to participate.

The survey typically takes about 15-25 minutes to complete and participation is completely voluntary. Declining participation or not completing the survey will not result in any penalty or loss of benefits.  
Why does NSSE ask about your background and demographic information?

The survey asks these to reveal whether different groups of students have fundamentally similar or different educational experiences.

Yes. Confidentiality of student data is a high priority at UHD and NSSE. NSSE will only release identifiable survey responses to personnel designated as official contacts at UHD. In the United States, use of student data is regulated by the U.S. federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act [FERPA, 34CFR 99.31(a)6(i)].

The survey asks these to reveal whether different groups of students have fundamentally similar or different educational experiences.

NSSE attempts to make the survey accessible to all students, including those with visual disabilities. If you encounter any issues while completing, please contact the Indiana University Center for Survey Research, toll-free for assistance at (800)-258-7691.

Dr. Divya Bhati, Associate Vice Presiden
Institutional Effectiveness, Strategic Planning and Assessment 
Email: bhatid@uhd.edu

For any additional information about NSSE, please visit the offical NSSE website at Indiana University.

timeline-content-bg-blue px-0 Attention Faculty Important Dates to Remember! Make your voice count in FSSE! Stay informed about when you'll receive your survey link by checking the timeline. Mark your calendar and take the opportunity to share your experiences and perspectives!
May 12, 2025 
FSSE 2025 Survey Concludes
Don't Miss Out! Complete the FSSE Survey Before It’s Too Late
 #00783C fa-solid fa-check 03/25/2025 Initial Survey Invitation Help UHD improve learning experiences by sharing your thoughts in the FSSE survey. #00783C fa-solid fa-check 03/31/2025 First Reminder Email The FSSE survey helps UHD align faculty practices with student needs—share your thoughts today! #00783C fa-solid fa-check 04/03/2025 Second Reminder Email Your insights as faculty are essential—take the FSSE survey today! #00783C fa-solid fa-check 04/03/2025 Final Survey Reminder There’s still time! Click the link in your email and complete the FSSE survey now!

FSSE FAQs

Faculty teaching an undergraduate course during the 2024-2025 academic year will be invited to complete the survey. It will be administered and managed by Indiana University at Bloomington, using the target population file provided by UHD.

If you are included in the survey sample, you will receive an email from FSSE Survey. The first email invitation will be sent to you on March 25, 2025. There will be subsequent reminders.

The survey administration period begins March 25, with the final invitation to participate going out April 9. The survey will remain open until May 12.

The online survey takes about 18-25 minutes to complete.

Including the faculty perspective in this major survey will give the UHD a more accurate picture of teaching methods, engagement with students, and the time faculty spends preparing for classes. The aim is for the results to provide a catalyst for productive discussions related to teaching, learning and the quality of undergraduates’ experience.

Yes, and there will be no consequences for those who do not take part.

Yes, your responses will be confidential and no identifying information will be provided to UHD.

Previous Reports Below are the results from previous National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) surveys, offering valuable insights into our students' experiences and perspectives. These findings highlight key areas of academic engagement, campus life, and overall satisfaction, guiding our efforts to enhance both strengths and areas for improvement.

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