Ferris State University's Mission

Ferris State University prepares students for successful careers, responsible
citizenship, and lifelong learning. Through its many partnerships and its career–oriented, broad–based education, Ferris serves our rapidly changing global economy and society.

Ferris State University's Core Values

• Collaboration — Ferris Contributes to the advancement of society by building partnerships with students, alumni, business, and industry, government bodies, accrediting agencies, and the communities the University serves.
• Diversity — By providing a campus which is supportive, safe, and welcoming, Ferris embraces a diversity of ideas, beliefs, and cultures.
• Ethical Community — Ferris recognizes the inherent dignity of each member of the University community and treats everyone with respect. Our actions are guided by fairness, honesty, and integrity.
• Excellence — Committed to innovation and creativity, Ferris strives to produce the highest quality outcomes in all its endeavors.
• Learning — Ferris State University values education that is career–oriented, balances theory and practice, developes critical thinking, emphasizes active learning, and fosters responsibility and the desire for the life–long pursuit of knowledge.
• Opportunity — Ferris, with focus on developing career skills and knowledge,
  provides opportunities for civic engagement, leadership development, advancement,
  and successs.

Student Affairs Mission Statement

The mission of Division of Student Affairs at Ferris State University is to promote, support, and complement the academic mission of the institution by working collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff to create and extend student services and student learning opportunities outside the classroom.

Student Affairs Assessment Goals

Our three main assessment goals include monitoring student usage of division programs, services, and facilities, identifying needs of students as well as satisfaction with programs and services offered, and determining educational and personal outcomes associated with Student Affairs programs and services.