Level of awareness of corporate social responsibility by host community: A case of Bowen University

This study examined the level of awareness of Bowen University’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by its host community in Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria. The objective of this study was to determine the level of awareness of the host community of Bowen University’s CSR activities. The study employed the survey research design through the use of questionnaires to obtain data from respondents within the community on the university’s CSR activities. A sample of 150 questionnaires were distributed and 127 returned. The data obtained from the questionnaire was analysed using Chi-square statistical technique. Findings revealed that residents of the host community are aware of Bowen’s CSR activities and that the university engages in CSR activities that benefit the community. Thus, the study concluded there is a level of awareness of the host community about Bowen University’s CSR; Bowen University carries out Corporate Social Responsibility activities within its host community.