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.

Vision Statement

Ferris State University will be:

The recognized leader in integrative education, where theory meets practice throughout the curriculum, and where multi-disciplinary skills important in a global economy are developed with the result that Ferris State University will also be:

• The preferred choice for students who seek specialized, innovative, career- and life-enhancing education
• The premier educational partner for government, communities, agencies, businesses, and industries through applied research and joint ventures
• A stimulating, student-centered academic environment that fosters life-long engagement, leadership, citizenship, and continuing intellectual development
• A university that aligns its practices and resources in support of its core values of collaboration, diversity, ethical community, excellence, learning, and opportunity

Adopted March 21, 2008

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, develops critical thinking, emphasizes active learning, and fosters responsibility and the desire for the lifelong pursuit of knowledge.
  
  
• Opportunity: Ferris, with a focus on developing career skills and knowledge, provides opportunities for civic engagement, leadership development, advancement, and success.

-www.ferris.edu