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Mission:
This section shares Saginaw Valley State University's mission,
vision, and purpose statements.
Next Steps 2000-2005 (December 2003): PDF
Format | HTML Format
The University's current planning document, Next
Steps 2000-2005. Next Steps 2000-2005 sets out
goals, key actions, and measures for assessment, based on SVSU's
Mission, Vision, and Purpose. It reflects examination of current
programs, and review and assessment of the University's previous
planning documents (most notably the 1995 Planning Task Force report,
Constancy to Purpose, and the 1991 Planning Task Force
report, Promises to Keep).
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Mission:
The University produces value for the Region, State and Society
by preparing highly qualified graduates who contribute to
the betterment of a culturally diverse world and by providing
intellectual and cultural opportunities that enrich the lives
of people.
Vision:
Saginaw Valley State University will provide academic and
professional programs and services for its students at the
highest levels of quality and value, and be recognized as
among the finest teaching universities in the United States.
Our graduates will rise to key positions in economic, political,
cultural and civic leadership and will distinguish themselves
and our University through their accomplishments and service.
Our University will also be the premier cultural and intellectual
center and resource for the schools, governments, businesses
and people of the East-Central Region of Michigan.
Adopted by the Board of Control on May 5, 2000
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| The Purpose of the University To provide
a comprehensive array of baccalaureate degree programs and
a select number of master’s degree programs.
- Baccalaureate degree programs are based upon a foundation
in the liberal arts, the development of strong academic
skills, and include studies in depth in one or more academic
or professional disciplines.
- Master’s degree programs concentrate studies in
fields that address the needs of the East-Central region
of Michigan or take advantage of unique opportunities and
particular strengths within the university.
To strive for excellence in teaching, learning, research,
service and creative endeavors, and to stand as an example
in those regards.
To provide academic and support services that address the
educational needs of a diverse student population that varies
by gender, age, ability, experience, lifestyle, cultural background
and economic circumstances.
To represent and advance the ideals and values of higher
education in a democratic society by:
- Pursuing and defending freedom of inquiry, thought and
expression.
- Practicing and encouraging respect, integrity, civility,
decency and fairness in human relationships.
- Promoting understanding among people and by people for
their world.
- Maintaining an openness of opportunity for all people
to reach their fullest personal and professional potential.
To contribute to the quality of life for the people of the
region, state, and society by:
- Providing expertise, leadership, and other support in
the development of ideas and strategies for addressing social,
technological, and economic issues.
- Creating, sponsoring and hosting events and activities
that help people understand and appreciate the varieties
of human culture, art and accomplishment.
- Promoting responsible participation in a democratic society
by people both within and outside of the university community.
Adopted by the Board of Control on March 29, 1993
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