MSU Extension

Michigan State University Extension helps people improve their lives through an educational process that applies knowledge to critical issues, needs, and opportunities.

MSU Dedication Statements

Michigan State University Extension is committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative environment. All staff contribute toward our shared vision for success, regardless of title or position within the organization. We strive to create a positive culture; access to resources; and a sense of belonging for staff, partners, and programming participants.

This means that all staff at MSU Extension are dedicated to the following:

• We work together to ensure that programming is delivered to all audiences, creates meaningful and positive impacts for all participants, and demonstrates partnership and collaboration across communities.
• We understand that a welcoming and respectful environment is built through the efforts of everyone.
• We foster an environment that welcomes a broad range of perspectives and experiences, ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to contribute and thrive.
• We ensure that every team member is prepared with the skills and resources to contribute to our welcoming and supportive culture.
• We foster an environment that values a range of perspectives, skills, and experiences by working to ensure access to programming for communities.
• We commit to continuous learning and engagement to better serve Michigan residents and meet the evolving needs of communities.
• We recognize that broad accessibility and collaboration are essential elements of our work and are vital to organizational and programmatic success.
• We embrace a culture of understanding, coaching, and feedback toward achieving a vision of success for the entire organization and its staff.
• Together, we will achieve success and we commit to these goals in our work, continued education, and ongoing efforts.  

The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) Office of Culture, Access and Belonging (OCAB) creates and maintains an accessible and supportive community for all who learn, work, and teach at CANR, MSU Extension, and AgBioResearch.

CAB Awards

The goal of the CAB Awards is to help collectively recognize, acknowledge and be inspired by the outstanding contributions of each department, school, and unit, fostering a lasting culture of access and belonging.

To learn more about the awards, please visit the Awards section of the Office of Culture, Access and Belonging's website.