Graduate Program
College Student Affairs
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Semester of Degree Completion
2011
Thesis Director
Dan Nadler
Thesis Committee Member
Heidi Larson
Thesis Committee Member
Lou Hencken
Abstract
The present study measured the level for Psychological Sense of Community (PSOC) using the Sense of Community Index 2 (SCI-2) inside various living-learning communities at a medium sized, mid-western public university. It compared the PSOC scores with various demographic characteristics that were measured with the PSOC instrument. Based on responses of 455 participants, there were significant differences between size of living-learning communities and the PSOC levels they demonstrated. There were no significant differences between sex of participants and demonstrated PSOC levels. There were also minor differences between race, age, year, time lived on campus, and time in current residence hall compared with PSOC levels. Finally, significant correlations were found between floor involvement, campus involvement, the ability of the RA to build relationships on the floor, and the overall experience in the current residence hall compared with measured PSOC levels.
Recommended Citation
Hanley, Jacob R., "A Study Of Psychological Sense Of Community Within Living-Learning Environments" (2011). Masters Theses. 151.
https://thekeep.eiu.edu/theses/151
