Theses and Dissertations

ORCID

https://orcid.org/0009-0003-0278-4646

Advisor

Coats, Linda T.

Committee Member

Fincher, Mark E.

Committee Member

King, Stephanie B.

Committee Member

White, Carol C.

Date of Degree

5-16-2025

Original embargo terms

Visible MSU Only 1 year

Document Type

Dissertation - Campus Access Only

Major

Community College Leadership

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

College

College of Education

Department

Department of Industrial Technology, Instructional Design, and Community College Leadership

Abstract

This research study was conducted to determine how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the work-life balance of faculty at HBCCs based on their race, gender, age, marital status, and tenure status. The study employed a quantitative research design utilizing Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) to conduct time-based activities separately and group perception-based response variables into meaningful categories to uncover patterns. To analyze the differences in race, gender, age, marital status, and tenure status, Regression and Chi-square test analyses were used to evaluate the collected data. Regression analysis explored relationships between time spent on activities and perceptions of stress, productivity, and satisfaction. Chi-square tests examined whether significant time-use patterns varied across demographic groups. EFA created three continuous variables: high, medium, and low. This made comparisons and interpretations more insightful. Gender and race-related stress levels were considerably higher among participants in the low personal engagement category, indicating that a decrease in personal activities was a contributing factor to the elevated stress levels. On the other hand, people in the low domestic participation group reported feeling less stressed, suggesting a connection between less stress and fewer household responsibilities. Key findings highlighted the crucial roles of sleep and personal engagement in promoting faculty well-being and work-life balance. However, significant insights were gained into the impact of stress based on gender and race, faculty productivity balance, and the relationship between satisfaction, time management, and childcare responsibilities. Participants in the low sleep category reported significantly worse work-life balance and productivity than those in the high sleep category, indicating that getting enough sleep is essential for preserving both. Low- and medium-sleep individuals also reported considerably lower personal and family satisfaction levels.

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