Sample Copy
Below are some suggested text for emails, captions, and eNewsletters.
Sample General Email Invitation
Subject: Your Voice Matters: Take the gradSERU Survey Today!
Dear [Student],
The Graduate Student Experience in the Research University (gradSERU) survey is one of the most important ways we gather insights to improve the graduate and professional student experience at UMN.
Your responses are confidential—neither the Graduate School nor your program will have access to identifiable data. We take your feedback seriously to:
- Enhance programs and curricula
- Improve student services and policies
- Strengthen research and scholarship opportunities
- Foster a more supportive and inclusive environment
Plus, the sooner you complete it, the more chances you have to win prizes!
Thank you for helping shape the future of graduate and professional education at UMN.
[Your Name]
[Department/College]
Sample Department/Unit Specific Email
Subject: [Department/College] Students: Share Your Experience in the gradSERU Survey
Dear [Student],
I invite you to complete the Graduate Student Experience in the Research University (gradSERU) survey, the University of Minnesota’s most important survey for graduate and professional students.
At [Department/College], we rely on gradSERU data to better understand your academic and advising experiences, career goals, and engagement. Your input helps shape improvements in programs, resources, and policies. The more voices we hear, the more meaningful the impact.
Plus, the sooner you complete it, the more chances you have to win prizes!
Thank you for helping us create a stronger graduate student experience at UMN.
[Your Name]
[Department/College]
Sample Social Media Posts
- Tell the U of M about your experience and take the gradSERU Survey!
- [Department/College] wants to hear what you think! We'll use the data from [department/college] students to improve our policies, programs, and services. Take the gradSERU survey >
- Your voice matters! Take the U of M's most important student survey, the gradSERU, and tell us about YOUR student experience.
Sample eNewsletter Blurb
Take the gradSERU Survey
The gradSERU survey is used to assess student experiences on campus. Your input ensures that the University is providing the best experience possible for current and future graduate and professional students. Take the survey now >