Values of the School of Social Work

These values of the School of Social Work are a set of enduring beliefs shared by the faculty that contribute to the distinctive character of the MSU School of Social Work, that we will strive to make observable in our teaching, research and scholarship, outreach and service, and interactions inside and outside the University.

1. Through our teaching, research and outreach, the School is committed to a leadership role promoting positive social change.
2. The School is committed to social justice. We encourage thoughtful and effective activism.
3. The School fosters and encourages accessibility with regard to our educational programs and related learning experiences.
4. The School is committed to work in collaborative relationships with other professionals, disciplines, and organizations, working as respectful and responsive partners with our students, staff, faculty, alumni, community agencies, clients and other constituencies.
5. The School's educational offerings and programs encourage critical thinking, personal respect, and freedom of thought and expression.
6. The School promotes diversity with regard to the characteristics, qualities, and viewpoints of our students, staff, faculty, and community partnerships as a necessary and valued foundation for the achievement of our mission.
7. The educational offerings and programs of the School encourage creativity, reflect the best practices in the field, connect field education and community-based experiences to classroom instruction and support high standards of professional achievement.

More Information:

• About the School of Social Work
• About the College of Social Science
• About Michigan State University