Department of Biology
2005 Biology Alumni Survey
The results of the 2005 Biology Alumni Survey were compiled on May 13, 2005. Thanks to all alumni who participated.
General Information:
A total of 47 biology alumni had responded to the survey by May 13, 2005. The results presented below are compiled from these responses.
Post-Baccalaureate Education Information:
1. Do you hold an advanced degree?
|
Response |
Number |
Percent |
|
Yes |
13 |
28 |
|
No |
34 |
72 |
2. If you answered
yes, please identify the advanced degree(s) you hold (select all that apply):
4 - PhD in biological field
2 - MD
3 - Masters in biological field
4 - Masters in another field
0 - DDS, DMD, DVM, Allied Health Doctorate (DPT, DOT, OD, DPM, etc.), Allied Health Masters, or Other
3. Name of the institution that awarded the advanced degree:
Clemson University (4)
Columbia Southern Institute
Converse College
Medical University of South Carolina
St. George's University School Of Medicine
University of Florida
University of Maryland
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Western Carolina University
Winthrop University
4. Are you currently pursuing a graduate or professional degree?
|
Response |
Number |
Percent |
|
Yes |
10 |
21 |
|
No |
37 |
79 |
5. If you answered yes, which degree are you pursuing?
2 - PhD in biological field
2 - MD
1 - Masters in biological field
2 - Masters in another field
3 - Other or unspecified
0 - DDS, DMD, DVM, Allied Health Doctorate (DPT, DOT, OD, DPM, etc.), or Allied Health Masters
6. Name of the institution you currently attend:
Clemson University (3)
Converse College
Medical University of South Carolina
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
University of Maryland
University of South Carolina
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
University of South Carolina, Upstate
Employment Information:
1. How long did it take you to obtain your first full-time job after graduation?
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Prior to leaving college | 9 | 19 |
| Less than one month | 10 | 21 |
| 1 - 3 months | 10 | 21 |
| 4 - 6 months | 6 | 13 |
| 7 - 12 months | 1 | 2 |
| Over 12 months | 3 | 6 |
| Have not obtained a full-time job | 1 | 2 |
| Did not seek a full-time job | 7 | 15 |
2. Which single category best describes your current status?
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Continuing my education full-time | 4 | 9 |
| Employed and continuing my education | 10 | 21 |
| Employed full-time | 22 | 47 |
| Employed part-time | 2 | 4 |
| Self-employed | 3 | 6 |
| Serving in Armed Forces | 0 | 0 |
| Caring for a home/family | 0 | 0 |
| Unemployed, seeking work | 2 | 4 |
| Unemployed, not seeking work | 0 | 0 |
| Retired | 4 | 9 |
| Other | 0 | 0 |
3. How related to biology was your first full-time job after graduation?
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Highly related | 26 | 55 |
| Moderately related | 9 | 19 |
| Slightly related | 5 | 11 |
| Not related | 4 | 9 |
| I was not employed full-time | 3 | 6 |
4. How related to biology is your current full-time job ?
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Highly related | 16 | 34 |
| Moderately related | 14 | 30 |
| Slightly related | 2 | 4 |
| Not related | 6 | 13 |
| I am not employed full-time | 9 | 19 |
5. Please identify your current employer: Data not to be released
6. Please describe your current position: Data not to be released
Please rate the following statements about the biology major at Lander:
1. The biology major provided me with a broad spectrum of knowledge in the field of biology.
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Strongly Agree | 28 | 60 |
| Agree | 19 | 40 |
| No Opinion | 0 | 0 |
| Disagree | 0 | 0 |
| Strongly Disagree | 0 | 0 |
2. The biology major provided me with a working knowledge of biological laboratory skills and technologies.
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Strongly Agree | 26 | 55 |
| Agree | 20 | 43 |
| No Opinion | 1 | 2 |
| Disagree | 0 | 0 |
| Strongly Disagree | 0 | 0 |
3. The biology major provided me with an understanding of biological vocabulary and with the ability to communicate biological concepts using this vocabulary.
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Strongly Agree | 29 | 62 |
| Agree | 18 | 38 |
| No Opinion | 0 | 0 |
| Disagree | 0 | 0 |
| Strongly Disagree | 0 | 0 |
4. The biology major prepared me well for entry into graduate or professional school.
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Strongly Agree | 22 | 47 |
| Agree | 10 | 21 |
| No Opinion | 14 | 30 |
| Disagree | 1 | 2 |
| Strongly Disagree | 0 | 0 |
5. The biology major prepared me for employment in biology or another scientific field.
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Strongly Agree | 22 | 47 |
| Agree | 16 | 34 |
| No Opinion | 6 | 13 |
| Disagree | 2 | 4 |
| Strongly Disagree | 1 | 2 |
6. The number and variety of courses required for the biology major was appropriate.
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Strongly Agree | 12 | 26 |
| Agree | 30 | 64 |
| No Opinion | 1 | 2 |
| Disagree | 4 | 9 |
| Strongly Disagree | 0 | 0 |
7. The content of required courses in the major was beneficial.
|
Response |
Number | Percent |
| Strongly Agree | 19 | 40 |
| Agree | 27 | 58 |
| No Opinion | 1 | 2 |
| Disagree | 0 | 0 |
| Strongly Disagree | 0 | 0 |
8 . The number and variety of electives in the major was adequate.
Response
Number Percent Strongly Agree 11 23 Agree 28 60 No Opinion 3 6 Disagree 4 9 Strongly Disagree 1 2
9. The biology faculty was well qualified to teach.
Response
Number Percent Strongly Agree 30 64 Agree 17 36 No Opinion 0 0 Disagree 0 0 Strongly Disagree 0 0
10. The biology faculty was enthusiastic about teaching.
Response
Number Percent Strongly Agree 30 64 Agree 17 36 No Opinion 0 0 Disagree 0 0 Strongly Disagree 0 0
Comments: Data not to be released