A Study Of Psychological Sense Of Community Within Living-Learning Environments

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.

Date of Award	2011
Original language	American English
Awarding Institution	Eastern Illinois University
Supervisor	Daniel Nadler (Supervisor)