USask Student Competencies - Balancing Your Wheel Career Survey Sample

The University of Saskatchewan offers many different courses that will help you achieve your personal and professional goals. There are Six Student Competencies that being proficient in, will help you achieve these goals. This survey was created to help outline the areas you may feel out of balance in by connecting the competencies to the traditional medicine wheel. You may be out of balance in all areas, or just one. There are no wrong answers on the journey towards understanding.

Important Note: At the end of the survey please view the match percentage at the bottom of each medicine wheel section to see which areas you are out of balance in. If you score 10% or above in any area, this is where you should be seeking support.

I feel comfortable approaching others with different cultural backgrounds and having conversations with them.

Yes.

Most times.

No.

I struggle with finding common interest.

I listen while other people share their opinions and perspectives on topics and understand what they are saying even when they differ from mine.

Yes, I listen to understand.

I listen but do not always agree/or understand.

No, I tune out what they are saying.

I struggle to listen to opinions that are different from my own.

When faced with a disagreement, how do you approach a situation?

Try and understand the other person's point of view

Only discuss my viewpoint.

Try and find a common understanding.

Avoid the confrontation altogether. ("Agree to disagree")

How do you make sure other's voices and opinions are being shared during class, group, or regular discussions?

I have never thought of this before.

I give others the opportunity to share before I share my opinion.

I only share my thoughts if I feel comfortable so I expect the same of others.

I ask people to share their opinions directly.

Have you ever participated in intercultural exchange programs, international student clubs, or multicultural events?

Yes

How do you typically approach problems in your relationships?

Address the issue and try and find a solution

Avoid confrontation and hope the situation resolves itself

Agree with the other person to find peace

Prioritize my needs and try and convince the other to see my point of view

When I do something wrong, I:

Apologize and take responsibility for my part in the situation

Blame others for any issues and misunderstandings

Ignore the mistakes and hope they go away

When faced with a problem in the workplace or in school I,

Ask others for help to find a solution

Try and find a solution online or from resources

Put the problem to the side and come back to it later

Ask someone else to complete the task/solve the problem for me

How do you approach differences in values or beliefs within a relationship?

Have open discussions to understand each other's perspectives

Avoid discussing sensitive topics to prevent conflict

I know my values and do not need to hear other peoples

End the relationship if values are too different

In a team project scenario, what is your approach to fostering positive relationships with team members?

Focus solely on completing tasks efficiently, regardless of interpersonal dynamics

Actively listen to team members' perspectives and collaborate to find common ground

Take the lead in team-building activities to strengthen relationships

Keep interactions strictly professional, avoiding personal connections with team members

How do you communicate with your loved ones about the challenges of balancing work, school, and personal relationships?

I openly communicate my challenges and seek support from loved ones.

I discuss challenges occasionally but try to handle them independently.

I rarely discuss challenges with loved ones, preferring to deal with them alone.

I avoid discussing challenges altogether to prevent worrying loved ones.

When conflicts arise between personal commitments and work/school obligations, how do you typically handle them?

I prioritize personal commitments and try to find a compromise.

I assess the situation and prioritize whichever is most urgent.

I prioritize work/school commitments and postpone personal matters.

I struggle to manage conflicts and often feel stressed or guilty.

How comfortable are you with trying new forms of technology?

I like using what I know how to use

I struggle learning new forms of technology

I am very comfortable trying new technology

I am somewhat comfortable with using new technology

Which of the following actions is an example of unethical technology use? (select all that apply)

Emailing coworkers problems you are having with another coworker

Respecting other's privacy

Reporting inappropriate content

Finding a resource online and taking credit for it

How do you maintain relationships with friends or colleagues during busy periods at school or work?

Communicate regularly through text or social media to stay connected

Schedule regular meetups or social events to catch up with friends or colleagues

Prioritize quality time together, even if it means sacrificing personal time for relaxation

Apologize for being busy and promise to reconnect when things calm down, but prioritize tasks for now

How often do you use technology to complete projects?

Often

Usually

Sometimes

Rarely

Which digital tools do you use most often for managing your tasks and goals?

Note-taking apps

Communication apps (WhatsApp, Slack, Teams)

Calendar apps

Other

Where do you gather information for work, school, and personal inquiries?

Online databases and academic journals

Search engines (Google)

School library resources

Asking friends or classmates

When you encounter a problem with the design of something you created, what is your initial approach?

Stick to the original plan and try to make it work.

Research new methods or tools to solve the problem.

Consult with peers or mentors for advice.

Abandon the project and start a new one.

You create a website and ask your friend for their opinion. They give you some feed back you,

Accept the feedback and incorporate it into your website

Thank your friend for the feedback, but leave the website as is

How do you approach a complex problem that you have never encountered before?

Break it down into smaller, manageable parts.

Look for existing solutions that can be adapted.

Brainstorm multiple ideas and test them.

Avoid it and focus on familiar tasks.

How do you handle setbacks in your personal or academic life?

I view them as opportunities to learn and grow.

I try to stay positive and move forward.

I feel discouraged but keep trying.

I often feel defeated and give up.

I avoid taking risks to prevent setbacks.

How often do you set personal and professional goals for yourself?

Often

Sometimes

Usually

Rarely

Do you know of the resources available to you at the University of Saskatchewan?

Yes

How likely are you to use available resources like counselling or workshops to help you navigate difficult situations that are enabling you from succeeding?

Likely

Unlikely, but will consider it

Never

Important Note: At the end of the survey please view the match percentage at the bottom of each medicine wheel section to see which areas you are out of balance in. If you score 10% or above in any area, this is where you should be seeking support.

Each area offers in school supports as well as resources for you to look into. For more information please contact me.

FOR RESULTS EMAILED TO YOU PLEASE CHECK YOUR JUNK MAIL FOLDER.

Each area offers in school supports as well as resources for you to look into. For more information please contact me.

FOR RESULTS EMAILED TO YOU PLEASE CHECK YOUR JUNK MAIL FOLDER.

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