Dear Spartans,
In our collective pursuit to build a culture of safety, satisfaction and trust, Michigan State University will soon launch the Spartan Community Survey, the first university-wide survey of its kind. The survey will be an important opportunity to share your unique experiences and help us gain a deeper understanding of our culture. As part of our commitment to access, opportunity and excellence, this survey will help us assess how far we have come and where we must focus our efforts to ensure every Spartan can thrive.
The Spartan Community Survey will be open to all students, staff and faculty this spring, from March 9 to April 9. The Office for Inclusive Excellence and Impact is sponsoring the survey to gather confidential, community-wide and comparable feedback on the experiences and perceptions of our institution. The survey will identify both strengths and areas for improvement, as well as inform decisions and strategies that enhance support, belonging and success for everyone.
Your individual experience matters, and your confidential participation will support recommendations from subsequent action planning teams for future programs, policies and initiatives across the university.
Like the Know More Survey, the Spartan Community Survey reflects our commitment to listening thoughtfully over time, establishing a baseline and enabling us to compare year-over-year findings to better understand the trends and outcomes of our collective efforts.
Participation in climate surveys supports our mission as a proudly public, land-grant institution grounded in inclusion for all. When we listen to one another and act on what we learn, we strengthen the foundation of trust, respect and community that underpins Spartan values.
Thank you in advance for your engagement and candor, and for your commitment to making MSU a place where every member feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully to the learning, living and working environment of our great university.
With appreciation,
Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Ph.D.
(pronounced GUS-ka-wits)
President
John A. Hannah Distinguished Professor
Department of Kinesiology