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CARDINALS

MICHIGAN’S

#1 CAMPUS Students have voted SVSU as Michigan’s #1 campus on Niche.com

100%

SVSU CLASSES TAUGHT BY EXPERTS

#1

SVSU HAS THE LOWEST TUITION OF ANY FOUR-YEAR UNIVERSITY IN MICHIGAN

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SVSU has claimed the top spot, and it’s not just because of our stunning campus— it’s because we have an incredible amount of heart! The amazing people here make SVSU an extraordinary place. We go beyond being just a school; we are a lively community that stands together. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure by scheduling a campus visit with our awesome admissions team. We can’t wait to greet you with open arms and show you why SVSU is the place to be!

97%

PLACEMENT FOR SVSU GRADUATES (2022)

84%

SVSU STUDENTS ENGAGED IN INTERNSHIPS AND FIELD-BASED LEARNING

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VOTED #1 DORMS Students have voted SVSU as Michigan’s #1 Dorms on Niche.com

First-Year Suites, four-room

A beautiful campus, spacious dorms and outstanding dining!

ALL SVSU HOUSING INCLUDES: Living Center, five room (four room also available)

• Kitchen with stove, refrigerator and microwave • Air conditioning • Wireless internet with high-speed data ports • Laundry facilities near your room (no extra charge) • Digital cable service • Secure buildings with card access • Convenient parking (permit required, no extra charge) • Private bathrooms

CAMPUS HEALTH & SAFETY:

Living Center, double efficiency (triple also available)

• University Police Department • CampusAlert • Operation ID • Proactive COVID-19 response plan • Covenant HealthCare on campus • Running/walking trails • Fitness center

INCOMING FRESHMEN

HOUSING + DINING RATES* FIRST-YEAR SUITES Single Bedroom/ Shared Suite (4 students, 4 bedrooms) LIVING CENTERS Single Bedroom/ Shared Apartment (6–8 students, 4–5 bedrooms) LIVING CENTERS Efficiency (2 or 3 students, shared)

Pre-payment

Fall Balance

Winter Balance

TOTAL

$200

$5,690

$5,890

$11,780

$200

$5,885

$6,085

$12,170

$200

$5,375

$5,575

$11,150

MEAL PLANS — Three options

A meal plan is mandatory for incoming freshmen living on campus their first year. The price is above.

• 11 meals per week + $450 to use at any dining location per semester.

• 14 meals per week + $350 to use at any dining location per semester.

• Unlimited meals per week + $250 to use at any dining location per semester. *For estimating purposes only. Prices are from Fall 2023–Winter 2024.

DINING OPTIONS AT SVSU • Starbucks • Cardinal Cafe contains: • Papa John’s - Subway • Einstein Bros. Bagels - Freshens Salads & Smoothies • The POD convenience store - Grille Works • The C-Store - Panda Express • The POD at Ryder Center For more information about dining at SVSU, visit svsufood.com or use the social media handle @SVSUFood on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook.

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MICHIGAN’S

BEST VALUE

SVSU has the lowest tuition of any other four-year university in Michigan.

The estimated cost below is for the 2023–24 academic year. Full-time students take an average of 14 credits per semester.

Total cost may vary based on the student’s program, courses and credit load.

FULL-TIME MICHIGAN RESIDENTS TUITION: $11,230 BOOKS AND SUPPLIES: $1,120 TOTAL COST OF TUITION + SUPPLIES

$12,350

Includes books, course materials and equipment.

ON-CAMPUS HOUSING & FOOD (OPTIONAL): $11,700 Voted best dorms in the nation among public universities (Niche, 2023).

TRAVEL/PERSONAL/MISCELLANEOUS (OPTIONAL): $1,220

Some students fly home for spring break and others have a long commute. This cost is not paid to SVSU but is something that students should consider. The good news is that freshmen can bring their cars and parking is free!

OUT-OF-STATE STUDENTS RED & WHITE SCHOLARSHIP

If you live outside Michigan (within the US) and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, you can come to SVSU at a significantly reduced out-of-state tuition rate (ESTIMATED TUITION: $12,730) with our automatic Red & White Scholarship.

NON-RESIDENT/INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Standard tuition for non-resident/international students is $26,370. Standard fees apply.

NEW FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN IN FALL 2024!

GUARANTEED SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 3.0+ GPA

TIP:

If you increase your GPA between now and graduation, and it qualifies you for a larger scholarship, send us a new transcript and we’ll upgrade your award!

Students are guaranteed the top academic scholarship that they qualify for based on their cumulative high school GPA. SVSU will use your weighted GPA if provided on your transcripts by your high school.

PRESIDENT’S SCHOLARSHIP: 100% TUITION!

Students with a 3.95+ GPA who apply and are admitted to SVSU before December 1 are automatically invited to compete for our most prestigious scholarship, which covers 124 credit hours toward your first degree. Final selections are made in February.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Renewable 4-year awards toward your first degree

HIGH SCHOOL GPA

ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT

3.95+

$6,500

3.7–3.94

$5,000

3.4–3.69

$4,000

3.0–3.39

$3,000

LIVING ON CAMPUS RENEWABLE 4-YEAR AWARD VALLEY HOUSING SCHOLARSHIP: $1,500

Incoming freshmen with a 3.0+ GPA get an extra $1,500 to help pay for housing on campus.

TEST SCORES 1-YEAR AWARD ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP: $1,500

Get an extra $1,500 Academic Excellence Scholarship for your freshman year with a 1380+ SAT/ 31+ ACT. (President’s Scholarship recipients excluded)

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THE SVSU CARDINAL COMMITMENT = SUPPORT GET AN ESTIMATE OF YOUR COSTS AS AN INCOMING FIRST-TIME COLLEGE STUDENT.

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Many incoming freshmen at SVSU have their entire tuition paid for by scholarships and grants that never have to be repaid. This is the Cardinal Commitment.

The Cardinal Commitment assures qualifying first-time-in-college students that SVSU will help provide additional funding if their basic tuition costs exceed their grants and scholarships.

TO GET YOUR OFFICIAL FINANCIAL AID PACKAGE: 1. Apply to SVSU today. Applying is easy, and it’s FREE. 2. Send your transcripts to SVSU using parchment.com or through your high school counselor.

3. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your family’s financial need (SVSU’s Code: 002314).

4. Starting in March 2024, SVSU sends Financial Aid offer letters. Qualifying students are automatically enrolled in the Cardinal Commitment Program.

Learn more about additional SVSU Cardinal Commitment requirements at: svsu.edu/cardinalcommitment

Join the Cardinal FAMILY THERE IS NO ADDITIONAL COST FOR SVSU’S SUPPORT SERVICES—THEY ARE INCLUDED IN YOUR TUITION. WE WANT YOU TO RECEIVE THE SUPPORT YOU NEED—FROM FINDING AN INTERNSHIP FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER TO WRITING RESEARCH PAPERS FOR YOUR MOST CHALLENGING CLASS. WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!

ADVISING

ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT CENTER

Get one-on-one guidance scheduling your classes and understanding your degree requirements. If you are undecided about a major, our staff can guide you.

COACHING

CAREER SERVICES CENTER

Starting as soon as your freshman year, career experts help you develop a résumé, find internships, discover co-ops and explore potential career paths.

PROVIDING

TUTORING

CENTER FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

Our talented and experienced tutors provide free expert mentoring in person and online to assist you with assignments and class content. All students welcome.

COUNSELING

MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER

Caring mental health professionals available 24/7 will guide your wellness through counseling, groups and workshops.

ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES & ACCOMMODATIONS CENTER

Staff are ready to support your educational experience by providing access to accommodations and services that encourage student success.

GUIDING

MULTICULTURAL STUDENT AFFAIRS Professionals and students work together to foster a community of diversity, equity and inclusion on campus as well as provide you with resources.

SUPPORTING

SVSU PRIDE

We support members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community and strive to better lives through education, awareness, advocacy and resources.

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TOP CAREER PATHS

START AT SVSU. SVSU has academic pathways toward careers that the State of Michigan has identifed as the most in-demand and high-wage through 2030! If you’re looking to secure a bright future in Michigan, SVSU is your ticket to success!

Enroll at SVSU and let our advisors guide you toward your dream career.

Undecided on your path? Many students who enter college are undecided. SVSU has career coaches who can help you determine a path that fits your talents, interests and skills.

To see a list of SVSU’s 100+ academic programs with pathways to top careers visit go.svsu.edu

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SVSU COLLEGE of ARTS & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Graduates excel in a range of career fields in the arts, humanities and social sciences.

PSYCHOLOGY. CRIMINAL JUSTICE. ART. ENGLISH. COMMUNICATION. HISTORY. MUSIC. ALUM SUCCESS

Terrance Moore Criminal Justice Alum Police Officer with the Auburn Hills Police Department

Katrina Robinson-Tokarski Professional Technical Writing Alum Media Production Specialist, Mi. Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy

Kaitlyn Zumbach Graphic Design Alum Product Designer at Stampin’ Up! in Utah

FACULTY HIGHLIGHT

Julie Keil Associate Professor of Political Science Julie Keil is the founder and co-advisor of the SVSU Moot Court team, currently ranked #17 nationally and #1 in Michigan. SVSU’s Moot Court program has never missed a national championship qualification since Keil founded the group in 2010. Students work as a team to prepare oral arguments and/or legal briefs and then compete in regional and national tournaments.

Most Moot Court students go on to law school, and all agree it helped them develop the confidence to excel.

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MAJORS

STUDENT CLUBS

MINORS

ALPHA PHI SIGMA (CRIMINAL JUSTICE HONOR SOCIETY) AMERICAN CHORAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION STUDENT CHAPTER AT SVSU ART & DESIGN ASSOCIATIONS ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL WRITERS CARDINAL CREATIVES COLLEGE DEMOCRATS OF SVSU COLLEGE REPUBLICANS OF SVSU CRIMINAL JUSTICE SOCIETY FORENSICS TEAM GEOGRAPHY CLUB JAZZ EDUCATION NETWORK CHAPTER SVSU PHILOSOPHY CLUB PSI CHI, THE INTERNATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY IN PSYCHOLOGY PSYCHOLOGY CLUB PSYCHOLOGY RESOURCE INFORMATION MENTORSHIP ENCOURAGEMENT (PRIME) SAGINAW VALLEY HISTORY CLUB SAGINAW VALLEY MODEL UNITED NATIONS SVSU COMPETITIVE SPEECH TEAM

Art Black Studies Communication Creative Writing Criminal Justice English-Literature Environmental Studies & Sustainability Fine Arts French General Studies Geography Graphic Design History International Studies Music Political Science Pre-Law Professional & Technical Writing Psychology Public Administration Sociology Spanish Theatre

Asian Studies Digital Publishing and Community Journalism Gender Studies Geospatial Techniques Japanese Leadership & Service Legal Philosophy Musical Theatre Philosophy Public History Religious Studies Spanish for Health Professions Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages User Experience Design Writing for Public Purpose

CERTIFICATE

Geographic Information Systems

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SVSU CARMONA COLLEGE of BUSINESS

Professional learning opportunities with our Bloomberg trading room, as well as the Product Innovation and Consumer Behavior Labs!

MARKETING. MANAGEMENT. ENTREPRENEURSHIP. SUPPLY CHAIN. ACCOUNTING. FINANCE. ALUM SUCCESS Trevor Curle Supply Chain Alum Command Center Coordinator in global purchasing and supply chain for General Motors

Mary Kreider Accounting Alum Principal at Hoerner & Greer CPAs & Business Consultants

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MAJORS

Accounting Economics Finance General Business Management Marketing Professional Accountancy (B.P.A.) Supply Chain Management

MINORS

Entrepreneurship International Business Legal Studies Professional Sales

CERTIFICATE Entrepreneurship

CONCENTRATIONS

Family Business Management Human Resource Management

VITITO GLOBAL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

A networking, international travel and resume-building leadership experience

BUSINESS CLUBS

FACULTY HIGHLIGHT

ACCOUNTING SOCIETY ALPHA MU ALPHA AMERICAN MARKETING ASSOCIATION APICS BETA GAMMA SIGMA DECA DELTA SIGMA PI ECONOMICS CLUB FINANCE CLUB NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK ACCOUNTANTS OMICRON DELTA EPSILON

GARBER CARDINAL BUSINESS EDGE

Professor Joseph Ofori-Dankwa is a Harvey Randall Wickes Professor of International Business and Professor of Management “Dr. Ofori-Dankwa’s commitment to bringing his students outside of the classroom and into the world shows how higher education in Michigan continues to evolve to meet the needs of its students and Michigan’s people,” said Dr. Daniel J. Hurley, CEO of the Michigan Association of State Universities.

Business students may apply to experience exciting co-curricular travel, work with faculty mentors and learn from senior executives and business professionals.

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SVSU COLLEGE of EDUCATION

Teacher education students get 500 hours of experience in PreK–12 classrooms—so they are fully prepared to lead.

PREK–12 TEACHER. EARLY CHILDHOOD & ELEMENTARY EDUCATION. SECONDARY EDUCATION. SPECIAL EDUCATION. ALUM SUCCESS

Kacie Hook Education Alum

Cheldora Haynes Education Alum

Instructional Coach for Hemlock Public Schools

Third grader Teacher at Martin G. Atkins Elementary School in Bridgeport

2021 Michigan Teacher of the Year Finalist

Regional Teacher of the Year for 2021–22

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EDUCATION PROGRAMS Early Childhood & Elementary: Birth–Kindergarten PreK–3rd grade Lower Elementary 3rd–6th grade Upper Elementary Middle and Secondary: 5th–9th grades 7th–12th grades Mathematics English/Language Arts Integrated Science Social Studies K–12 Special Education: Autism Spectrum Disorders Cognitive Impairments Learning Disabilities

FACULTY HIGHLIGHT

Dr. Anne Tapp Professor of Teacher Education Dr. Anne Tapp serves as the Chair-Elect for the Board of Directors of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE).

The AACTE is a national organization that serves as one of the leading voices on educator preparation.

Prek–12 Specialty Areas and Additional Endorsements: English as a Second Language Health and Physical Education Music Education Visual Arts Education World Languages (Spanish or French)

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SVSU COLLEGE of HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

Students use state-of-the-art simulation centers to experience career scenarios.

NURSING. KINESIOLOGY. SOCIAL WORK. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY. PUBLIC HEALTH. NEUROSCIENCE. ALUM SUCCESS

Haley Smith Nursing Alum

Grace Berens Public Health Alum

Aesthetic Nurse at Yonik Plastic Surgery

Ottawa County Department of Public Health; Health Educator

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ACCREDITED SIMULATION CENTERS IN MICHIGAN

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MAJORS

Exercise Science Health Science Medical Laboratory Science Neuroscience Nursing Nursing – A.D.N. to B.S.N. Nursing – R.N. to B.S.N. Nursing – R.N. to M.S.N. Occupational Therapy Pre-Athletic Training Pre-Physical Therapy Public Health Rehabilitation Medicine Social Work

MINORS

Athletic Coaching Emergency Management Exercise Promotion Gerontology Long Term Care Youth Services

CERTIFICATES

Child Welfare Juvenile Delinquency Long Term Care Administrator

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

FACULTY HIGHLIGHT

CARDINALS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH CARDINALS FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS HEALTH PROFESSIONS ASSOCIATION MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE PEER HEALTH EDUCATION PHI DELTA EPSILON PI THETA EPSILON PRE-PHYSICAL THERAPY CLUB RELAY FOR LIFE OF SVSU STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISORY COMMITTEE STUDENT EXERCISE SCIENCE ASSOCIATION STUDENT NURSES’ ASSOCIATION STUDENT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION STUDENT SOCIAL WORK ORGANIZATION

Melvin McDowell, LMSW Assistant Professor of Social Work Melvin McDowell recently received the Joy Award through the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation.

McDowell won the award in the Integrative Health & Wellness Champion category for his efforts with psychotherapy and expressive mental health work in both Saginaw and Flint, along with additional efforts conducted through his agency McDowell Healing Arts Center.

McDowell was one of 10 winners who were selected from over 500 nominees across the country.

WOMEN IN HEALTHCARE

DIRECT ADMIT

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Nursing Freshman Qualifications to Apply: • Minimum 3.50 cumulative high school GPA • Minimum 1200 SAT or 26 ACT test score • Be an incoming high school senior • Interest in the nursing profession Occupational Therapy Freshman Qualifications to Apply: • Minimum 3.50 cumulative high school GPA • Be an incoming high school senior • Interest in the OT profession

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SVSU COLLEGE of SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY

Engineering students develop real solutions for special needs children with the Go-Baby-Go ride along car.

COMPUTER SCIENCE. BIOLOGY. ENGINEERING. BIOCHEMISTRY. OPTICAL PHYSICS. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE. ALUM SUCCESS Cory Goetzinger Computer Science & Information Systems Alum Cyber Security Analyst at Dow

Sabrina Coffman Mechanical Engineering Alum Attending Cleveland State University to pursue a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering

FACULTY HIGHLIGHTS

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Rajani Muraleedharan Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering Rajani passionately volunteers in the community, mentors SVSU engineering students and promotes STEM education, with a focus on women in engineering. She is the advisor for SVSU’s Robotics Club, SVSU’s Society of Women Engineers, IEEE Student branch and Robotics Club. Rajani guides the annual GoBabyGo project, mentoring students to create specialized ride-on toy cars for children with physical limitations.

These projects equip SVSU students with practical skills and the ability to address real-world challenges upon graduation, empowering them to lead future solutions.

Dr. Rajani Muraleedharan earned her Ph.D. from Syracuse University, NY.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

ASSOCIATION FOR COMPUTING MACHINERY BIOLOGY CLUB CARDINAL FORMULA RACING CHEMISTRY CLUB INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS MACHINE LEARNING CLUB MATH CLUB ROBOTICS CLUB SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS VALLEY STEEL

Art Martin Biology Professor Art Martin received the 2023 Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year award from the Michigan Association of State Universities. He is one of three professors in the state to receive the honor.

“Dr. Arthur Martin exemplifies the qualities that make a professor stand out from their peers,” said Dr. Daniel J. Hurley, CEO of the Michigan Association of State Universities.”

Martin earned his Ph.D. in biological sciences from Bowling Green State University.

MAJORS

Applied Mathematics Biochemistry Biological Sciences Business Chemistry Cell Biology, Molecular Biology & Biomedical Sciences Chemical Physics Chemistry Computer Engineering Computer Information Systems Computer Science Ecology, Evolution & Organismal Biology Electrical Engineering Engineering Technology Management Environmental Science Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Optical Physics Physics Pre-Agriculture Pre-Chiropractic Medicine Pre-Dentistry Pre-Medicine Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Podiatry Pre-Veterinary Medicine

MINORS

Actuarial Science Agricultural Studies Alternative Energy Computer Science & Information Systems Cybersecurity Engineering & Technology

ENDORSEMENT

American Chemical Society (ACS)

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SVSU COLLEGE of SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY PRE-HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Our dedicated pre-health professions advisor helps SVSU students prepare for the following medical fields: ALLOPATHIC MEDICINE (M.D.).

CHIROPRACTIC MEDICINE. DENTISTRY. OPTOMETRY. OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE (D.O.).

PHARMACY. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (P.A.).

PODIATRY. VETERINARY MEDICINE.

ALUM SUCCESS Emmanuel Avelino Biochemistry Alum Combined Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Resident Physician at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston; John P. and Kathrine G. McGovern Medical School; Texas Medical Center

Nicole Knight, DDS Medical Lab Science Alum Associate Dentist at Merion Village Dental in Columbus, Ohio

Reanna Cantrall Biochemistry and Chemistry Alum Small Animal Surgical Specialty Intern at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine

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PRE-HEALTH OPPORTUNITIES AT SVSU Pre-Chiropractic Medicine Pre-Dentistry Pre-Medicine Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Podiatry Pre-Veterinary Medicine

A PATHWAY TO MEDICAL SCHOOL WITH EARLY ASSURANCE SVSU has Early Assurance Program partnerships with medical schools at Central Michigan University, Michigan State University and Wayne State University. These partnerships allow SVSU students to apply to medical schools the summer before their senior year at SVSU. Through this program, these medical schools reserve seats for SVSU students each year!

A DEDICATED ADVISOR

Heidi Lang Pre-Health Professions Advisor Heidi Lang is a former president of the Central Association of Advisors for the Health Profession. Her experience often helps her make connections nationwide for her students.

Her approach to mentoring includes giving both academic and non-academic guidance to help students find success. The academic guidance involves talking about class schedules and course requirements. The other advice includes having big-picture conversations on deciding which medical field to pursue. To help prepare students, she coordinates mock interviews between students and a panel of SVSU staff and faculty that simulate medical school interviews!

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RESEARCH WITHIN ANY MAJOR, ANY YEAR At SVSU, students in any academic program may participate in the Undergraduate Research Program starting their freshman year. Enhance your learning and further your education by exploring opportunities to engage in grant-funded undergraduate research. Lead your own project or work alongside supportive faculty. Your research can go far—get published in academic journals or present at international conferences. You can do this!

SAMPLING OF RECENT RESEARCH PROJECTS BY MAJOR

BIOLOGY

HEALTH SCIENCE

CHEMISTRY

KINESIOLOGY

COMPUTER SCIENCE

LAW

Microplastics and Phagocytosis in a Model Unicellular Ciliate, Tetrahymena Pyriformis SVSU Student: Erica Behnfeldt Faculty Mentor: Dr. Sylvia Fromherz

Synthesis of C-Glycosides for Potential Type II Diabetes Treatment SVSU Students: Max Michalak and Devin Newman Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jennifer Chaytor

Twitter Bitcoin Opinion Leader Analysis SVSU Student: Matthew Loucks Faculty Mentor: Dr. Aos Mulahuwaish

ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Feasibility Study of Thermal Imaging, Sensing and Design for an Electronic System for a Dependable Source SVSU Student: Satrudhan Yadav Faculty Mentor: Dr. Mohammad Khan

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Robotic Prosthetic Arm SVSU Students: Molly Gibbons, Noah Adamcik and Kevin Shaffer Faculty Mentor: Dr. Rajani Muraleedharan

ENGLISH

Gender and Hate Language: A Linguistic Perspective SVSU Student: Sydney Campbell Faculty Mentor: Dr. Veronika Drake

GEOGRAPHY

Using Pollen Ratios as Indicators of Precipitation in the Eastern Deciduous Forests of North America SVSU Student: Haley Mueller Faculty Mentor: Dr. Julie Commerford

Midland County Community Health Needs Assessment SVSU Student: Alexis Jones Faculty Mentors: Dr. Becca Schlaff and Dr. Meghan Baruth

STUDENT RESEARCH PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

Effects of a Supervised Neuromuscular Training Program Performed on a Novel Foam Surface on Performance and Injury Risk Related Outcomes Among Recreational Runners SVSU Student: Katie Nixon Faculty Mentor: Dr. Merrick Lincoln

Expanding Legal Exploration Beyond the State of Michigan SVSU Students: Catherine Shuler and Harley Mordarski Faculty Mentor: Dr. Julie Keil

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Designing 3D Models for Virtual Reality SVSU Student: Ajay Sah Faculty Mentor: Dr. Aneesha Gogineni

NURSING

Nursing Students’ Perceptions of Their Quality of Therapeutic Communication SVSU Student: Abigail Lange Faculty Mentor: Dr. Elizabeth Roe

PHYSICS

Diffusion of Microparticles and Nanoparticles in Polymers and Biopolymeric Liquids SVSU Student: Aiden Slate Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kavindya Senanayake

PSYCHOLOGY

Embrace Subjectivity: Teaching an Existentially Informed Clinical Psychology SVSU Students: Olivia Nelson, Makiya Tunstull and Brianna Vanderstelt Faculty Mentors: Dr. Travis Pashak, Dr. David Nichols and Dr. James Hitt

Autonomous Asian Carp Deterrent System Students and faculty worked together to create an autonomous drone designed to help keep an invasive species of Asian Carp out of the Great Lakes.

“I used to do commercial fishing with my dad on the Great Lakes and catch big carp. This idea dawned on me in those early years. And now, to have the opportunity to bring this childhood idea to life, and the fact that SVSU gave us funding for this — it really means a lot to me, and hopefully the Great Lakes, and it will stop the Asian Carp invasion.”

— Connor Schumann, Electrical Engineering SVSU Students who participated in this project: Connor Schumann, Tu Nguyen, Waliul Matin and Elliott Nazarowff Faculty Mentor: Dr. Rajani Muraleedharan

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150+

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS CLUB TYPE BY CATEGORY

• Academic/Professional/Honorary (50) • Club Sports (29) • Department Associated (10) • Faith-based (15) • Greek Life (16) • Leadership Development (6) • Multicultural (11) • Performance (12) • Political (3) • Recreational (4) • Residential Life (11) • Service/Volunteer (14) • Special Interest (20)

CLUB SPORTS

• Baseball – Men • Basketball – Women • Bowling • Cheerleading • Dance • Dodgeball • Equestrian – Hunt • Equestrian – Stock • Esports • Golf • Ice Hockey – Men • Lacrosse – Men • Lacrosse – Women • Pompon • Rugby – Men • Rugby – Women • Running • Sailing • Soccer – Men • Soccer – Women • Softball • Volleyball – Men • Volleyball – Women

INTRAMURALS

• Badminton • Basketball • Cornhole • Flag Football Indoor • Flag Football Outdoor • Floor Hockey • Golf • Kickball • Pickleball • Racquetball • Soccer • Softball • Spikeball • Tennis • Volleyball Indoor • Volleyball Sand

CAMPUS ACTIVITIES

• Street Carnival • Digital Gaming Events • Multicultural Events • Trivia Nights • Pinterest Craft Nights • Fitness Events • Intramural and Club Sports • Drag Queen Bingo • Theatre Productions • Athletic Events On-campus brick oven pizza

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FEATURED STUDENT-ATHLETE: NATIONAL CHAMPION CHEYENNE WILLIAMSON The 16-time All-American collected a plethora of accomplishments during the 2022–23 season including being the USTFCCCA NCAA DII Field Athlete of the Year and Midwest Field Athlete of the Year.

Williamson had a historical showing at the NCAA DII Outdoor Championships as she became the first athlete to win three straight national championships in the heptathlon. Her program-record final score of 5,861 was more than 300 points ahead of second place. She added a second national title in the high jump on day two of the meet after clearing the bar at 1.77 m and was an All-American in the long jump and 100m hurdles. Winner of two NCAA DII National titles in 2022–23, bringing her career total to nine.

In 2022–23, Williamson became the first Outdoor Champion with 5,757 points, the seventh highest score in NCAA DII history.

NCAA DIVISION II CARDINALS

PLAY & COMPETE

The red pride of an SVSU varsity competition day is something you have to experience.

Cardinals roar with pride for all 500 of our varsity student-athletes.

Saginaw Valley State University is an NCAA DII member institution participating in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Conference. SVSU Athletics sponsors 20 sports across 9 men’s and 11 women’s programs.

Men • Baseball • Basketball • Cross Country • Football • Golf • Soccer • Swimming & Diving • Track & Field – Indoor • Track & Field – Outdoor

Women • Basketball • Cross Country • Golf • Lacrosse • Soccer • Softball • Swimming & Diving • Tennis • Track & Field – Indoor • Track & Field – Outdoor • Volleyball

2022–2023 ALL-AMERICANS • Football: One First-Team Athlete • Men’s Soccer: One First-Team, One Third-Team Athlete • Men’s Cross Country: One First-Team Athlete • Swimming & Diving: One First-Team Athlete • Women’s Basketball: One Third-Team Ahlete • Indoor Track & Field: Four First-Team Athletes • Outdoor Track & Field: Two First-Team Athletes • CoSIDA Academic All-American (All Sports): One Third-Team

2022–2023 ATHLETIC HIGHLIGHTS

• Student-Athlete cumulative GPA: 3.26.

• Athletics finished 2nd in the GLIAC Presidents’ Trophy Standings and 35th in the LEARFIELD Directors’ Cup. • Football: Two student-athletes signed NFL contracts.

• Women’s Outdoor Track & Field: The Collegiate Women Sports Awards NCAA DII Honda Athlete of the Year Finalist, USTFCCCA Athlete of the Year, 3 Individual National Champions.

• Men’s Soccer: Coaching Staff of the Year, Regional Player of the Year, GLIAC Champions, Finished season ranked 1st in Super-Region 3 and 16th in United Soccer Coaches Top 25 Poll.

• Women’s Basketball: Regional Player of the Year.

• Cross Country: Men and Women’s team qualified for NCAA DII Championships in same season.

• Women’s Golf: Qualified for the NCAA East Regional for second-straight season.

• Softball: Won the GLIAC Tournament for second-straight year and reached the NCAA Midwest Regional Finals.

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Don’t take our word for it.

Read what students have to say about SVSU! Jayson Tunstall Majoring in Accounting at SVSU From New Lothrop, MI

“SVSU is more than just a school. It’s home. It’s always been home to me. I have created a bond with everyone and anyone here. This is my family. Once you come here, you’re not going to school; you’re joining a family.”

Adiya Young Majoring in International Business at SVSU From Waterford, MI

“I really like the diversity at SVSU. Being a minority, it’s great to see so many people represented. It’s so nice to be in an atmosphere that is so welcoming.”

Lucas Inman Majoring in Theatre at SVSU From Saginaw, MI

“At SVSU, everyone is extremely supportive and inclusive to help each other on their individual journeys. I love the strength, trust and compassion of our community as Cardinals. SVSU has consistently provided me with the tools I need to succeed in my career.”

Toni Gjerkaj Majoring in Pre-Law at SVSU From Sterling Heights, MI

“My favorite part of SVSU would definitely be the close-knit community and all the great people here. From SVSU faculty, staff and students, everyone is welcomed with open arms.”

Surina Gupta Majoring in Political Science at SVSU From Saginaw, MI

“You’re a name here, not just a number. Opportunities for professional development, networking events and leadership roles helped me develop as a leader and grow into who I believe I am supposed to be.”

Talia Pruiett Majoring in Social Work at SVSU From Bay City, MI

“The best part about SVSU is the access to opportunities. The faculty and staff have been so open to working with me to help me grow as a person and pursue opportunities to gain experience in my field of study.”

Important questions for you to consider during your college exploration:

JOIN US!

WHAT AM I LOOKING FOR IN A SCHOOL?

APPLY:

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Apply at go.svsu.edu

WHEN CAN I VISIT SVSU?

WHAT IMPORTANT DATES DO I NEED TO BE AWARE OF?

EXPLORE:

Schedule a guided campus tour and enjoy lunch on us! We also host many large events for students to explore SVSU. Join us at an Open House or an Admitted Student Day, or check out our online options to take a virtual tour.

Schedule a visit at svsu.edu/visit

COMMIT: HOW DO I APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS?

If you have already applied, been accepted and have visited campus, your next step is to sign up for orientation. This is where you get your class schedule, receive your official ID and check out the campus organizations that interest you.

Register at WHAT IS MY COST TO ATTEND SVSU?

svsu.edu/nextsteps Questions?

Email: admissions@svsu.edu Call or text: (989) 342-1033

HOW DO I COMMIT TO SVSU?

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Neuroscience Nursing Nursing - A.D.N. to B.S.N. Nursing - R.N. to B.S.N. Nursing - R.N. to M.S.N. Occupational Therapy Pre-Athletic Training Pre-Physical Therapy Public Health Rehabilitation Medicine Social Work Youth Services

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Houghton

Ironwood

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Marquette

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94

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Sault Ste. Marie Newberry

75

123

2 Iron Mountain

Manistique

Escanaba

Mackinaw City

Gaylord

SVSU 7400 Bay Road University Center MI 48710 (989) 964-4200 admissions@svsu.edu

Alpena

75 Traverse City

Ludington

Bad Axe

10 Mt. Pleasant Muskegon

25

Saginaw

131

75

96

69

Grand Rapids Lansing

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Kalamazoo

94 St. Joseph

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Port Huron

96 94

Ann Arbor

Detroit

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Coldwater

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