Syracuse University students have little faith in the university and its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), according to four reports released this week, The Daily Orange reported.
The survey received a 22% response rate among students, 42% among university staff and 47% response among faculty, The Orange reported.
The campus climate survey showed that 43% of students, 43% of staff and 37% of faculty said they are unsatisfied with the school’s current climate.
There exists a campus climate of fear, microaggressions and conflict, the research found.
Many students, faculty and staff see the university as untrustworthy or secretive, the report added.