Copy of MSU Hazard Mitigation Planning Survey
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1.
Have you ever personally experienced or been directly impacted by a natural or man-made disaster?
(Required.)
Yes
No
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2.
How concerned are you about the possibility of MSU being impacted by a natural or man-made disaster?
(Required.)
Extremely Concerned
Somewhat Concerned
Not Concerned
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3.
Do you think you are well informed about the types of natural or man-made hazards that can affect our university?
(Required.)
Yes
No
Somewhat informed
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4.
On a scale of 1 (not prepared) to 5 (very prepared), please rank how prepared you are to withstand the impact of a natural or man-made disaster.
(Required.)
1
not prepared
2
3
somewhat
4
5
very prepared
How prepared are you?
1
not prepared
2
3
somewhat
4
5
very prepared
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5.
In what ways do you believe you are prepared for a natural or man-made disaster? (Check all that apply)
(Required.)
I have a preparedness kit consisting of basic supplies and materials for me
I have developed a personal emergency preparedness plan, and have discussed it with roommates and/or family members
I have insurance policies to help cover losses from specific risk (e.g. flood insurance)
I have identified the nearest exits, shelters, or places of cover in buildings I visit frequently
I have at least two methods for receiving emergency notifications during severe weather or other potential emergency situations
Other (please specify)
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6.
Please select all natural or man-made hazards you feel pose a threat to our campus.
(Required.)
Dam Failure
Drought
Earthquake
Expansive Soils (damage from Yazoo Clay)
Flooding
Severe Thunderstorm (damage from hail, lightning, or high winds)
Tornado
Tropical Storm
Wildfire
Winter Storm (frozen precipitation or snow)
Chemical Spill
Criminal Act
Cyber Attack
Disease Outbreak
Other (please specify)
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7.
Please select the one hazard you think is the highest threat to the campus.
(Required.)
---Please Choose---
Dam Failure
Drought
Earthquake
Expansive Soils (damage from Yazoo Clay)
Flooding
Severe Thunderstorm (damage from hail, lightning, or high winds)
Tornado
Tropical Storm
Wildfire
Winter Storm (frozen precipitation or snow)
Man-Made: Criminal Act
Man-Made: Hazardous Accident
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8.
Please select the one hazard you think is the second highest threat to the campus.
(Required.)
---Please Choose---
Dam Failure
Drought
Earthquake
Expansive Soils (damage from Yazoo Clay)
Flooding
Severe Thunderstorm (damage from hail, lightning, or high winds)
Tornado
Tropical Storm
Wildfire
Winter Storm (frozen precipitation or snow)
Man-Made: Criminal Act
Man-Made: Hazardous Accident
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9.
What are the three (3) most effective ways for you to receive information about how to make your residence safe from natural and man-made disasters?
(Required.)
Newspaper
Websites
Email and/or text message programs
Social Media
Public awareness events (community fair or public meeting)
Advertisements (Television or Radio)
MSU sponsored emails or notifications
Other (please specify)
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10.
Which social media platform are you most likely to use?
(Required.)
Facebook
Instagram
Snapchat
Twitter/X
Other (please specify)
11.
In your opinion, what are some steps or a specific project MSU Administration could consider to reduce or eliminate the risk of future damages from natural or man-made hazards on campus?
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12.
Are you enrolled as a student for the school year 2024-2025?
(Required.)
Yes, full time as an undergraduate
Yes, part time as an undergraduate
Yes, full time in graduate school
Yes, part time in graduate school
No, I am not enrolled as a student
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13.
Are you faculty or staff?
(Required.)
Faculty
Staff
Neither
Other (please specify)
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14.
Where are you residing during the school year 2024-2025?
(Required.)
---Please Choose---
Cresswell Hall
Critz Hall
Deavenport Hall
Dogwood Hall
Griffis Hall
Hathorn Hall
Herbert Hall
Hull Hall
Hurst Hall
Magnolia Hall
McKee Hall
Moseley Hall
Nunnelee Hall
Oak Hall
Ruby Hall
Sessums Hall
College View
Off-campus Apartment
Off-campus House
Off-campus living with parents/family
Other (please specify)
