A Model of Disaster Resilience Among Colleges and Universities: A Mixed Method Research Design

ABSTRACT :This research paper aimed to create a comprehensive framework for measuring disasterresilience in colleges and universities. The study used a mixed method through Exploratory Factor Analysis(EFA), which involved analyzing data from a survey questionnaire. The questionnaire was developed based onin-depth interviews with 12 selected participants from the University of Mindanao, as well as relevant literatureand studies. It was reviewed and validated by 10 experts using a method called Content Validity Ratio (CVR).This questionnaire was then administered to 400 students from 10 different colleges in University of Mindanao.After conducting the Exploratory Factor Analysis and performing rotations and iterations, the researchersidentified five main constructs that characterize disaster resilience among colleges (1) disaster preparedness, (2)disaster awareness, (3) community readiness, and (4) disaster management, (5) disaster resilience. Theresearchers aimed to create an organization called “Council of College Disaster Volunteers (CCDV)” whichconsist of student volunteers. These factors can be used to develop effective management strategies andstrengthen efforts in preventing and managing disasters and accidents.

KEYWORDS:content validity ratio, criminology, disaster resilience, disaster management, exploratory factoranalysis, and Philippines.