Merit pages gives you the recognition for the great achievements you make

Saginaw Valley State University uses Merit pages to publicize student achievements inside and outside of the classroom. Students receive recognition when they make the President's list, Deans' list, earn academic and athletic achievements, study abroad, win awards in their area of study and much more. Students receive credit for their achievements and activities, on an online profile - a Merit page - that they can use for job applications, internships, and references after graduation. In addition, students can share their accolades with their friends and family through Facebook and Twitter.

Visit http://svsu.meritpages.com

What should students know?

Your Merit page is created and updated automatically – you don’t have to maintain it; the college does it for you! Other organizations in the Merit network, like national honor societies, Greek organizations, and service groups can also add achievements to your Merit page. You can, however, enhance and add to their pages if they desire. Merit allows students to customize their Merit page URL, add a profile photo, bio, and other activities and work experience. You can even include photos and videos to the activities you add to further demonstrate your involvement.

When you connect your Merit page to your social networks like Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn, you’ll ensure that your friends and family can also see and learn about the great opportunities you’re taking advantage of and being recognized for at SVSU. It’s an important way for you to be a part of our story and help us tell it.

Why is Merit important?

Merit helps employers find the "good stuff" about you, and it recognizes accomplishments in a way that shows the accomplishments are authentic and verified by SVSU.
Your Merit page shows how The SVSU Experience prepares you for a career, and makes you a valuable member of society and more attractive to employers. Your profile connects what you do in the classroom to the exceptional career-building opportunities you gained at SVSU.
Your Merit page creates a positive online identity for post-graduation success. Many companies now research applicants online, and some have rejected applicants based on what they find. Your Merit page is a way for you to shine online.

How do I claim my Merit page?

When SVSU creates your Merit page, you will receive an email notification in your SVSU email
To claim your page, click on the link in the email to create your Merit account with your SVSU e-mail, or login with your personal Facebook or Twitter account.
OR you can search for your name at http://svsu.meritpages.com. Once you locate your page, click on the "Is this you?" link under your name and enter your SVSU email address. You will be sent a confirmation email with instructions to create your Merit account with your SVSU e-mail, or login with your personal Facebook or Twitter account.
You can customize your Merit page by adding extra curricular activities, job experience and more.

What are Badges?

The badges and the stories that accompany them are designed to showcase student success, such as making the Deans' List, joining a student club or athletic team, landing an internship, earning a scholarship or graduating from SVSU.

How long do I have access to my Merit account?

Like your access to SVSU email, the Cardinal Career Network through Career Services, and SVSUConnect, your SVSU Merit Page will be available after you graduate.

Opt Out

To opt out of the program, simply reply to the email you receive from Merit and ask to be removed.