Campus Climate Survey

Assessment of Climate for Living, Learning, and Working at SVSU

Saginaw Valley State University is at its best when we acknowledge and nurture the individual needs, abilities, and potential of all of our people across campus – students, faculty, and staff alike.

That’s why, in fall 2024, we undertook our third Campus Climate Survey. The purpose of the survey was to measure inclusiveness and feelings of belonging among all SVSU students, faculty, and staff from all backgrounds and identities. Over 8,000 people across campus were invited to participate in this confidential online survey. A total of 2,647 SVSU community members completed the survey, resulting in an overall response rate of 33%. We heard from 31% of our Students, 62% of our Staff members and 34% of our Faculty members.

We conducted this survey because campus climate matters. Students, staff, and faculty who feel connected to and supported by their campus communities have a higher likelihood of success – in the classroom, in their personal lives, and in the workplace. Because we cherish our values of diversity, inclusion, and our commitment to being an inclusive university, we feel compelled to continually strive for a campus environment marked by openness, fairness, and equal access for all students, faculty, and staff.

Research indicates that thriving campus climates directly contribute to the overall success of students, staff, and faculty. The results are aiding us in comprehending our learning, living, and working environments more comprehensively, identifying areas of strength and areas needing improvement. We will use the results to help us make the SVSU campus an even better place to live, learn, and work!

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