Schmeeckle Reserve Student Survey (2019)

Every 3-4 years, a standardized survey is sent out to all UW-Stevens Point students with questions related to their use of, values toward, and awareness of Schmeeckle. Over the years, the results have been steady. Students strongly value the Reserve as part of their university experience and support their segregated fee dollars being used to help fund its operational budget.

The most recent survey was open from April 22-May 2, 2019. 807 students responded from a total student population of 8,147. The margin of error at a 95% confidence level is plus or minus 3.3%.

Below are some highlights of the survey:

  • 91% visited in that past 12 months
  • 96% for fun, recreation, or leisure, 48% for classes or research, 30% for athletics or training, 25% for programs or special events
  • 91% agreed that Schmeeckle helps them escape the stress of college life
  • 1 in 2 agreed that Schmeeckle is important for maintaining their mental wellbeing
  • 79% agreed that Schmeeckle is a valuable part of their experience at UW-Stevens Point
  • 77% agreed that Schmeeckle is important for recruiting new students
  • 2 in 5 agreed that Schmeeckle was a reason they chose to attend UW-Stevens Point
  • 74% agreed that Schmeeckle is important for retaining students
  • 95% agreed that Schmeeckle should continue to acquire and protect green space
  • 94% support their annual segregated fees being used to fund Schmeeckle
  • 73% support an increase in the amount of their annual fees being used to fund Schmeeckle
  • Students were willing to pay an average annual fee of $19 per student to fund Schmeeckle

View a 2-page graphical summary of the results
View the full 8-page survey results

Past Surveys

2015 Student Survey Results
2006 Student Survey Results

More Information

We always appreciate hearing from UWSP students! If you have comments or suggestions about Schmeeckle, questions or concerns about the survey, or would like to request the raw survey data, please contact schmeeckle@uwsp.edu.