About
Overview
As a department of University Outreach and Engagement, the Community Evaluation and Research Center (CERC) acts as a hub for program evaluation activity across Michigan State University. CERC provides training in evaluation and community-based participatory research, and conducts formative (planning) and summative (outcome) evaluations. Across local, state, and national arenas, CERC partners with nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government, health organizations, foundations, and other universities. Go to the Services page to learn about the services we provide.
About CERC Staff
CERC staff are researchers with years of experience working in communities on community-identified social concerns. We have conducted research and program evaluations in a number of areas including, but not limited to, education, youth development, early childhood, health, and community development within the business, government, and nonprofit sectors. We have ample experience translating research data into tangible recommendations that organizations can use to develop successful initiatives, build capacity to increase responsiveness to stakeholders, and improve sustainability and funding potential.
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