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Bulldog Values

Your commitment to being a student at Ferris State University begins with a fundamental understanding of and appreciation for the core values of the institution. It is expected that all students will uphold the Bulldog Values.

 As a Ferris State University student, I will be an active learner:

• I will attend class. Appropriate class attendance includes being on time, coming prepared and being attentive.
• I will study. Studying is an intentional, deliberate act requiring hard work. This includes seeking out the various resources designed to help me be academically successful.
• I will treat my professors and fellow classmates with courtesy and respect.
• I will be ethical in my scholarship and will practice academic integrity. This includes properly crediting others for their ideas that I may find useful.

 As a Ferris State University student, I will take responsibility for my health and wellness:

• I recognize that eating properly, getting adequate sleep and exercise are all factors in maintaining my health and that good health is conducive to my success.
• I recognize that the use/abuse of alcohol and other drugs is detrimental to my health and a potential barrier to my success.
• I will be responsible for my wellness and make use of appropriate University resources to assist me as needed.

 As a Ferris State University student, I will be an ethical member of the University community:

• I will respect the rights and property of others, recognizing that this includes the larger community of Big Rapids.
• I will discourage bigotry and strive to learn from differences in people, opinions and ideas.
• I will abide by the Student Code of Conduct/Student Community Standards/laws of the State of Michigan.
• I will involve myself in leadership, service and/or personal development opportunities outside of the classroom as part of my comprehensive educational experience.

 It is expected that you will have a lot of fun while investing in your
future by keeping the focus on your academic success!