Preliminary Study of Ratings of Satisfaction by Male University Faculty

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Abstract
Male faculty of a large southeastern university were surveyed to determine the satisfaction each individual felt with his life in general (life-satisfaction) and with 15 specific life areas. Perceptions of satisfaction have been used as indicators of morale, with satisfied persons experiencing high self-esteem and feelings of personal competence. Respondents were satisfied to some degree with their lives as a whole and with most specific areas. A relatively large proportion of faculty experienced dissatisfaction with their financial situation but were satisfied with their chosen profession. Compared to representative samples of the population a relatively large proportion of male faculty reported satisfaction with their lives as a whole. Suggestions for additional research are provided.

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