Introduction:
Commuters are an integral and wonderfully diverse part of the George Fox University (GFU) community, representing approximately 40% of our undergraduate students.
Your demographics vary widely:
Your demographics vary widely:
- Ages range from 17 to 56.
- Some walk five minutes to campus, while others drive two hours.
- You may be a first-generation college student or completing a second degree.
- You may be married, single, or have children.
This incredible breadth of experience makes understanding the unique needs and challenges faced by this group—especially regarding belonging—a complex undertaking. This survey is a crucial step in our ongoing effort to learn how we can best support every commuter student. It is one of several pieces of research we are conducting.
If you have further thoughts, questions, or suggestions, please feel free to email us directly at commuterlife@georgefox.edu.