MSU is committed to attracting and retaining top quality faculty and staff. This goal is supported by offering a wide array of options, including health and dental coverage, retirement programs, and continuing educational benefits.


MSU provides Recognition of Service awards and Special Merit increases as part of its aim to value employees.

In support of Michigan State University's committment to advancing knowledge, several units on campus offer professional development opportunities to staff and faculty.  Additionally, the University provides educational assistance benefits to help employees achieve their educational and career goals. 

The beauty of the MSU campus and surrounding areas including the Red Cedar River, Beal Botanical Gardens, Beaumont Tower and the entire City of East Lansing make Michigan State a wonderful place to work. And not only is MSU a great place to work, but the surrounding East Lansing Community is a great place to live with many housing resources.

MSU was named among the nation's top 29 most "family friendly colleges and universities."

Diversity in the faculty, students and staff is a major source of Michigan State University's intellectual vitality and innovative spirit. MSU strives to be a community where people of different cultures, intellectual positions, and lifestyles can reach their potential.