MISSION
Our mission is to advance knowledge and transform lives by providing outstanding undergraduate, graduate and professional education; conducting research of the highest caliber; and advancing outreach, engagement and economic activities.
VALUES
As an institution of higher learning, Michigan State University is committed to the highest ethical and academic standards. As a public institution we are committed to transparent decision making and accountable governance. As a community, we commit to live these values.
COLLABORATION
We will pursue innovation through partnership within MSU and with the communities we serve.
EQUITY We will eliminate barriers to access and success, challenge discrimination and bias, and address past and present inequalities.
EXCELLENCE
We will hold ourselves to the highest standards of teaching, research and engagement, to serve the common good and improve the world we live in.
INTEGRITY
We will hold ourselves accountable to the highest levels of honesty, trustworthiness and dependability.
RESPECT
We will create and sustain a culture of safety where we can learn, work, teach, live and visit in a community that values the dignity of all people.
Strategic Plan
The strategic plan articulates a shared vision for Michigan State University, shaped with the input of many voices through an inclusive process. It focuses on six major thematic areas that will guide our collective efforts moving forward.
DEI Plan
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategic Plan is a comprehensive assessment and plan that identifies potential synergies, inventories efforts, pinpoints existing gaps and creates a framework for establishing MSU as a national leader in this area.
RVSM Plan
The Relationship Violence and Sexual Misconduct Strategic Plan stems from work by leading researchers and experts in the field to develop a plan for survivor services, prevention efforts and climate and culture change initiatives.
Land Grant Identity
Focused inquiry during the strategic planning process is beginning to shape a more complete and inclusive narrative about MSU’s land-grant identity.