U-M Values
Across all areas of B&F, we are committed to creating a work environment where staff at all levels feel valued, believe that what they do matters and are empowered to make a difference.
This commitment is demonstrated through the following shared values identified by U-M’s Culture Journey:
Integrity
We act with honesty and take responsibility for our actions.
Respect
We act in a way that acknowledges the humanity and contributions of each individual.
Inclusion
We create an environment where all can participate, are invited to contribute, and have a sense of belonging.
Equity
We create conditions that provide everyone an opportunity to thrive.
Diversity
We welcome, acknowledge and appreciate our similarities and differences.
Innovation
We promote creativity and curiosity to tackle challenges and inspire new ideas.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At the University of Michigan, our dedication to academic excellence for the public good is inseparable from our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. It is central to our mission as an educational institution to ensure that each member of our community has full opportunity to thrive in our environment, for we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion is key to individual flourishing, educational excellence, and the advancement of knowledge.
The more diverse our staff, the more equitable our experience, and the more inclusive our workplaces, the better able we are to create a positive organizational culture. We believe this type of climate attracts and retains the best talent and enables us all to provide exceptional service to advance the university’s mission.
Vision 2034
Informed by thousands of voices in the U-M community, the Vision 2034 framework was created to boldly guide the University of Michigan into the future. B&F staff and leadership have been closely involved in the coordination and execution of the vision process in partnership with other U-M staff and departments. Now that it has been launched, the vision impact areas and core commitments have been prioritized within our organization and all units are integrating them within our work across the Ann Arbor campus.
Campus Plan 2050
Business & Finance staff and leadership have helped oversee the coordination and execution of the university’s Campus Plan 2050 — the inclusive planning process to realize the future of Ann Arbor’s physical campus. This plan is being used as a guide for the university’s development as it grows and evolves over time in support of U-M’s mission and vision. All B&F units will be closely involved in shaping, updating and implementing the plan in response to the campus community’s needs.