{"id":20433,"date":"2026-08-12T14:14:34","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T18:14:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/?p=20433"},"modified":"2026-08-12T14:14:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T18:14:36","slug":"from-the-avp-of-hr-welcome-to-a-new-academic-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/?p=20433","title":{"rendered":"From the AVP of HR: Welcome to a New Academic Year!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dear Spartan Colleagues,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the fall semester begins, I want to extend a warm welcome and my sincere appreciation for all you do. Each new academic year brings fresh energy and opportunities, and it also offers a chance to reflect on what makes Michigan State such a remarkable institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What defines MSU is the extraordinary work happening every day across our campus and communities across the state and beyond. The education, research, outreach, and service carried out by our faculty and staff continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless people, and that is something we can all be proud of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we begin a new academic year, we have an opportunity to build on that strength and continue supporting one another. At MSU Human Resources, our focus remains on creating a positive employee experience and fostering a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. We are proud of the many interactions we have with the MSU community in person, by phone, or via email, and of the work we do behind the scenes to enhance systems, processes, and policies focused on the employee experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thank you for all you do to strengthen our university community each day. Your dedication, expertise and commitment help make Michigan State University a place where people can learn, grow, and succeed. I wish you a smooth and fulfilling start to the semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Go Green!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Donna Donovan, J.D.<\/strong><br>Associate Vice President<br>MSU Human Resources<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dear Spartan Colleagues, As the fall semester begins, I want to extend a warm welcome and my sincere appreciation for all you do. 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