Administration

Paying student employees the right way

Megan Maneval — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:39:03 +0000

Paying student employees the right way Megan Maneval Mon, 09/15/2025 - 07:39

51�Թ�� has two policies to help departments ensure they’re paying students correctly:

How to Pay Students Policy: Ensures students at 51�Թ�� are paid using the proper payment method and reported accurately
Other Financial Assistance (OFA) Policy: Ensures all forms of financial aid, including federal state and institutional aid, are considered when determining a student’s eligibility for federal financial assistance at 51�Թ��

Many common types of payment to students are forms of OFA and must be reported to the Office of Financial Aid. Reporting student payments correctly keeps them in compliance with rules and regulations.

Enrollment requirements and summer payments

Students must be enrolled or considered active students at 51�Թ�� in the term for which the payment is intended to receive any federal financial aid or funding considered OFA.

Should a department wish to provide funding considered OFA to an active student during a period of non-enrollment, such as a summer term, such funding must be counted toward the student’s Cost of Attendance (COA) for the following period of enrollment, such as the fall term. It is not permissible to retroactively apply funding intended for a period of non-enrollment (summer) to a student’s previously enrolled term (spring) to circumvent this policy.

Refer to the Paying Students & Other Financial Assistance Policy for additional support, resources and guidance.

Be sure you're following the rules when paying your student employees this fall. Check out 51�Թ��'s updated Paying Students & Other Financial Assistance Policy.

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Chancellor accepts outreach task force recommendation for 'hub and spoke' model of outreach

Megan Maneval — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:56:16 +0000

Chancellor accepts outreach task force recommendation for 'hub and spoke' model of outreach Megan Maneval Wed, 09/10/2025 - 06:56

51�Թ�� Chancellor Justin Schwartz has accepted the recommendations of the Chancellor’s Task Force on Outreach (CTFO) to create a “hub and spoke” model of coordinated outreach to maximize the impact of the campus’s outreach and community engagement work with communities around the state.

Schwartz commissioned the CTFO in April. It convened during the spring and summer and delivered its report to the chancellor in mid-August.

“I want to thank the committee for the hard work of both assessing our current state of outreach and making some bold and imaginative suggestions for aligning outreach structures, inventories, principles and communications,” Schwartz said. “Its work will enable 51�Թ�� to better support our vast, impactful outreach efforts across the campus, amplify our engagement across the state and region, and build and sustain meaningful new partnerships.”

The report recommends 51�Թ�� move from a highly decentralized outreach and engagement approach to a “hub and spoke” model that coordinates dispersed campus efforts around unified goals, principles and relationships.

To begin a transition to the new model, Schwartz has tasked CTFO co-chairs Senior Vice Chancellor Ann Schmiesing and Vice Chancellor Jon Leslie with facilitating the following next steps:

Rename the Office of Government and Community Engagement (OGCE) as Outreach and Community Engagement.
Move Public and Community-Engaged Scholarship (PACES) into this renamed entity.
Engage with PACES and OGCE staff about this reorganization, which will involve no cuts to staff or budget.
Work with infrastructure and resilience planners to explore Main Campus options for co-locating PACES with other Outreach and Community Engagement staff.

Schwartz said, under the new model, units involved in outreach and community engagement will benefit from the hub and spoke model through:

Greater faculty, staff and student clarity about outreach-related opportunities, activities and roles; how offices and position titles are framed; and where to receive logistical and funding support.
The development of an annual plan that Outreach and Community Engagement and Enrollment Management leaders will align on with CU system colleagues.
The further development of a more comprehensive inventory of 51�Թ�� outreach and community engagement activities.
The formation of an advisory council to facilitate coordination in the new hub and spoke model.

To make governance as inclusive as possible, Schwartz recommended a “streamlined advisory council with more expansive standing and ad hoc subgroups” be developed.

In the coming weeks, Leslie and Schmiesing will present the CTFO’s recommendations to shared governance partners, deans, vice provosts/vice chancellors, chairs and directors, and relevant units.

“The input of these key leaders and partners is vital as we implement and fine-tune these recommendations and assess their efficacy in the near and long term,” Schwartz said.

Leslie and Schmiesing will also work with Human Resources and other offices on timelines for implementing and communicating CTFO recommendations, Schwartz said.

A new model will maximize the impact of 51�Թ��’s outreach and community engagement activities. Presentations on the new model will begin soon.

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Faculty assembly updated on campus sustainability initiatives

Megan Maneval — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:16:53 +0000

Faculty assembly updated on campus sustainability initiatives Megan Maneval Mon, 09/08/2025 - 09:16

Earlier this semester, Chancellor Justin Schwartz announced sustainability as a campus priority.

This announcement builds on other actions that have been taken on campus recently, including the hiring of Andrew Mayock as the vice chancellor for sustainability. Mayock spoke with the 51�Թ�� Faculty Assembly (BFA) during their first meeting of the year about what 51�Թ�� is doing to meet that priority, including the first official announcement of the new director of the newly formed Buckley Center for Sustainable Education.

Max Boykoff, Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) fellow and former chair of the environmental studies department, will serve as the inaugural faculty executive director of the Buckley Center.

The Buckley Center was launched in August 2025 and aims to provide resources to students, faculty and staff to deepen their knowledge and strengthen their ability to integrate sustainability into the curriculum. They’ll do this by offering curriculum ambassadors for each unit, as well as fellowships for faculty and scholarships for students.

“There is a lot of good and great high-impact work that’s happening here (at 51�Թ��), and our commitment is to continue it and keep it healthy,” Mayock told the BFA, adding that this moment is a moment “where we can grow. I think very much about (the Buckley Center) as an ‘and’ opportunity, and we look forward to defining that with you as we go on.”

Boykoff agreed, adding, “I see this as a really valuable opportunity, and I want to make the most of it.”

During the meeting, Mayock also introduced his associate vice chancellor for sustainability, Cara Carmichael, and she announced the hiring of Josh Radoff, the Master of the Environment (MENV) program’s Renewable and Sustainable Energy Specialization lead, as the director of campus climate action, sustainability and resilience within the Office of Infrastructure and Resilience.

Chris Ewing, the vice chancellor for infrastructure and resilience, also gave the assembly an update about the Climate Action Plan, including that 51�Թ�� is beginning to address the plan’s third scope, which is the targeting of carbon emissions resulting indirectly from 51�Թ�� operations—either from upstream activities, such as purchases of goods and services, or downstream activities, such as students and faculty commuting to and from campus. To that end, he’s interested in visiting units across campus to discuss what each unit can do to help 51�Թ�� meet its sustainability goals.

“Across the four pillars of education, operations, community engagement and research, we’re looking to really help lift sustainability, inform that unified campus vision, to make CU a national and global leader in sustainability,” Carmichael said. “We’re super excited to listen and learn and absorb all that you have to offer us.”

In other BFA action

Voting was opened for revisions to the Faculty Affairs Committee’s charge, as well as for the interim chair of the newly reformed Budget and Planning Committee.
The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) committee provided commentary about a proposed statue of former CU football coach Bill McCartney.
BFA Parliamentarian Bobby Benim (applied mathematics) encouraged nominations for new BFA committee members, to open next week.
BFA Chair Alastair Norcross (philosophy) led a discussion of whether to repeat 2024’s survey of BFA members to determine BFA’s 2025–26 priorities.

Learn more about the BFA and previous actions on the BFA website.

The newly formed Buckley Center, the Climate Action Plan and more were discussed during the first 51�Թ�� Faculty Assembly meeting of the year.

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Advancing holistic student success, next phase of Buff Undergraduate Success

Megan Maneval — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 14:35:46 +0000

Advancing holistic student success, next phase of Buff Undergraduate Success Megan Maneval Mon, 09/08/2025 - 08:35

Chancellor Justin Schwartz and Provost Ann Stevens have launched the next phase to advancing a holistic approach to student success for increasing undergraduate retention and graduation rates and enhancing the overall student experience. This next phase, which builds on the foundational achievements of the Buff Undergraduate Success (BUS) initiative, also seeks to close gaps and promote equitable outcomes for all students.

Celebrating the Buff Undergraduate Success (BUS) initiative

Launched in fall 2021, BUS has driven transformative change across campus and achieved a major milestone of record high retention rates, with 90.2% of 2023’s first-year student cohort returning for 2024 and 95.7% of 2024’s first-year students continuing into the spring 2025 semester. This accomplishment reflects the coordinated efforts of BUS-led projects and the dedication of faculty, staff and leadership across the colleges, schools and campus to fostering a culture of care, belonging and academic excellence.

Additional key accomplishments include:

A centralized dashboard to alert advisors and coaches about first-year students who may need extra support, now in use in Arts & Sciences, Engineering & Applied Science, and the Program in Exploratory Studies
Streamlined policies and processes for grade replacement, intrauniversity transfer, transfer credit evaluation and late course withdrawals
Expanded access to tutoring and affinity spaces
A working group to improve math instruction
Coordinated re-enrollment campaigns across campus
The launch of the program, The Buff Way: Demonstrating our culture of care

“I’d like to extend my sincere thanks to the entire BUS Leadership Implementation Team—including founding leaders Katherine Eggert, Joe Thomas, Jon Leslie and Marin Stanek and past and present leaders Daryl Maeda, Jess Doty, Amy Hutton and Erika Randall—for their outstanding dedication and innovation. BUS-LIT’s guidance across a wide range of projects and initiatives has been instrumental, with a strong emphasis on data-informed decision-making and cross-campus collaboration,” said Schwartz.

New leadership and structure for student success next phase

Undergraduate student success is shaped by three interconnected functions: undergraduate education, student life and enrollment management. Strategic collaboration across these areas is essential to supporting students throughout their academic journey.

“As a direct effort tied to the campus priority of advancing a holistic approach to student success, I fully support Provost Stevens’ appointment of Erika Randall, interim dean and vice provost of undergraduate education; D’Andra Mull, vice chancellor for student life; and Amy Hutton, vice chancellor for enrollment management, to lead this next phase,” said Schwartz. “Together, they bring direct touchpoints to all critical areas of student success, along with a unified vision and strategic leadership to advance student success goals across the university.”

Implementation framework for advancing student success goals

Programming for next phase will focus on the following interrelated areas:

Beneficial high-impact practices by expanding access to positive, supportive and transformative learning experiences
Residential academic programs and living learning communities: Streamlining access to RAPs and LLCs
Retention and graduation pathways: Removing barriers to second- and third-year retention and degree completion
Upper-year programming: Creating opportunities for career, graduate study and post-degree pathways for participating in a diverse democracy
Data-informed strategy: Using data to guide decisions and measure impact
Collaborative linkages: Connecting college-level efforts with central initiatives in partnership with deans
Resource identification: Supporting innovation through pilot funding and securing long-term resources for proven strategies

“We’re excited to carry forward the important work of BUS to new levels of success and continue fostering successful cross-campus collaboration,” said Stevens. “Our goal is to build a culture where every student—at every level of their experience—feels supported, challenged and empowered to thrive.”

Provost Ann Stevens has appointed a leadership trio in undergraduate education, student life and enrollment management to lead student success in a fully combined and aligned effort.

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Max Boykoff, Josh Radoff to lead key campus sustainability initiatives

Megan Maneval — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 17:53:42 +0000

Max Boykoff, Josh Radoff to lead key campus sustainability initiatives Megan Maneval Thu, 09/04/2025 - 11:53

In alignment with 51�Թ��’s strategic sustainability priorities, the university has appointed two faculty members to lead transformative campus efforts in education and infrastructure.

Max Boykoff, Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) fellow and former chair of the Environmental Studies (ENVS) department, has been named the inaugural faculty executive director of the newly launched Buckley Center for Sustainability Education.

Josh Radoff, Masters of the Environment (MENV) Renewable and Sustainable Energy Specialization lead, will serve as director of campus climate action, sustainability and resilience within the Office of Infrastructure and Resilience.

“These appointments reflect our commitment to integrating faculty expertise into the heart of our sustainability strategy,” said Andrew Mayock, vice chancellor for sustainability. “Max and Josh bring deep knowledge and collaborative spirit to efforts that will elevate 51�Թ�� as a global leader in sustainability education and climate action.”

Boykoff, Buckley Center to elevate sustainability communication

Max Boykoff

Boykoff, a CIRES fellow and faculty member in ENVS since 2009, brings deep expertise in sustainability, interdisciplinary collaboration and student engagement. For this position, he will report to Andrew Mayock.

“Max is a visionary leader who understands how to connect sustainability education inside and outside the classroom,” Mayock said. “This is an exciting moment for 51�Թ��. With new leadership across campus and a clear set of priorities, we have unprecedented opportunities to serve our students and elevate 51�Թ�� as a global hub for sustainability education.”

The Buckley Center was made possible by a transformational gift from donor Spike Buckley, whose vision emphasizes agility, innovation and student-centered programming. Funds will enable the center to launch initiatives that build student capacity, confidence and competence in sustainability. In addition to hiring staff for the new initiative, the Buckley Center will start to develop student-centered programming, including fellowships and experiential learning.

Boykoff’s leadership will focus on engaging students through fellow and scholar programs, experiential learning and cross-campus collaboration. The center will also work closely with faculty to co-produce sustainability curricula and integrate sustainability themes into diverse disciplines.

“I’m honored to help launch the Buckley Center and excited to work with students and faculty to build something transformative,” Boykoff said. “We have a real opportunity to connect sustainability education with student success, graduation rates and global impact. This is about empowering students to lead in their communities and careers.”

The Buckley Center will align closely with 51�Թ��’s sustainability goals, which include the Climate Action Plan (CAP), emphasizing connectivity, communication and coordination. Programming will be flexible to support a wide range of student ambitions, from guided projects to independent initiatives.

Radoff to help bring Climate Action Plan to life

Josh Radoff

Radoff will lead the implementation and evolution of the CAP, with a particular focus on Scope 3 emissions (or emissions caused by 51�Թ��’s actions but coming from sources it doesn’t directly own or control), as well as zero-waste initiatives and the elimination of single-use plastics. For this position, he will report to Chris Ewing, vice chancellor for infrastructure and resilience.

Radoff will lead efforts to reduce carbon emissions and improve sustainability across campus operations—covering energy systems, building design, waste management, transportation and educational integration. This includes coordinating infrastructure upgrades, supporting sustainable construction and using campus sustainability data for student learning and engagement.

Radoff will continue his faculty role as renewable and sustainable energy specialization lead within the MENV program, and he was recently appointed as a commissioner on Colorado’s Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission.

“51�Թ�� is at an inflection point,” Radoff said. “We’re turning the CAP into reality through projects people can see and feel. These efforts are imminent, challenging and essential—not just for us, but for other institutions like ours.”

Radoff emphasized the importance of celebrating the “unsung heroes” who are driving sustainability efforts across campus—from building an electric vehicle infrastructure to advancing zero-waste logistics. He sees himself as part of a new team, working alongside Boykoff (with whom he shares a professional history) to shape 51�Թ��’s sustainability action and education.

Max Boykoff will be the inaugural faculty executive director of the Buckley Center for Sustainability Education, and Josh Radoff will work with the Office of Infrastructure and Resilience to lead the implementation of the campus Climate Action Plan.

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Regent committee advances transactions aimed at boosting campus housing

Megan Maneval — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 18:17:38 +0000

Regent committee advances transactions aimed at boosting campus housing Megan Maneval Wed, 08/27/2025 - 12:17

The University of Colorado Board of Regents Finance Committee on Wednesday, Aug. 27, advanced a major property acquisition that would significantly expand on-campus housing at 51�Թ��. The proposal, which now moves to the full board for approval on Sept. 18–19, represents a strategic investment in student success, affordability and sustainability.

Artist's rendering of the proposed housing

The new apartment-style housing would be specifically designed for non-first-year undergraduate students and graduate students, increasing the ability of non-first-year students to live directly on campus. The university currently has capacity to house about 8,700 undergraduate students on campus––approximately 7,200 first-year students and 1,500 upper division students, including student leaders like resident assistants (RAs). This means most of 51�Թ��’s roughly 23,000 upper division undergraduate students live off campus. 51�Թ�� also has 761 Graduate and Family units, which could house up to 1,300 residents.

“We know that living on campus directly correlates to student success and retention,” said 51�Թ�� Chancellor Justin Schwartz. “51�Թ�� is making a concerted effort through this project and others to create more housing options for our non-first-year students, helping to reduce the number of students who have to seek housing off campus or who have to commute from outside 51�Թ��. If approved by the regents, this would be a transformational project that will benefit college students in Colorado for generations to come.”

If approved, the new housing will offer a mix of apartment-style units with in-unit kitchens and bathrooms located within walking distance of academic hubs like the Engineering Center, Math Building and Benson Earth Sciences, offering convenient access to classes.

The development will feature market-competitive rental rates to ensure financial accessibility for students. A third-party property management company with a specialization in student housing will manage the property with campus oversight. At least 20 full-time staff will live on-site to support resident needs and enforce quiet hours.

Beyond convenience and affordability, the project supports broader goals of sustainability and community impact. All units in the development will be powered solely by electricity, making this one of the largest student housing developments in the country to run on electric power. Proximity to classes, amenities and other campus offerings will reduce student reliance on cars, cutting down on traffic congestion and emissions.

This shift will also free up other, more affordable housing options in 51�Թ�� to benefit faculty, staff, local employers and early-career professionals.

Artist's rendering of the proposed housing from Regent Drive and Colorado Avenue

What regents approved

The committee approved three key resolutions that pave the way for a new housing development:

Sale of 51�Թ��-owned properties at 2501 Colorado Ave., 2705 Colorado Ave., and 1221 26th Street to the development partnership Morgan Stone Everett.
Transfer of an assembled parcel—including the three CU-owned properties—from Morgan Stone Everett to 51�Թ�� in exchange for a ground lease.
Authorization for 51�Թ�� to enter into a ground lease of the entire site back to Morgan Stone Everett. If approved, Morgan Stone Everett will construct, own and operate the development.

The proposed site is bordered by St. Aidan’s church, University Heights Avenue homes, Hillel and Colorado Avenue, and also includes retail space on the ground floor. If the full board approves the resolutions, construction could begin as early as summer 2026, with a targeted opening in fall 2028.

“As a 51�Թ�� graduate and the father of a recent Leeds School of Business graduate, I am excited to be part of a proposal that could create a positive impact for so many future Buffs, as well as the community,” said Lawrence Stone, a partner in Morgan Stone Everett.

This initiative complements other housing developments on campus, including new student housing at 19th and Athens—formerly graduate student housing—slated to open in fall 2026.

“Part of our statutory mission is serving as the state’s flagship public research institution and educating the students of Colorado, and we want to see every student who steps foot on our campus leave with a degree,” Schwartz said. “Creating additional housing on campus helps us create an experience that will transform students’ lives and benefit the state as a whole as they move on to become leaders in their communities.”

The CU Board of Regents Finance Committee advanced a major property acquisition that would significantly expand on-campus housing at 51�Թ��.

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New health and wellness structure aims to enhance care, services for students, faculty, staff

Megan Maneval — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:06:47 +0000

New health and wellness structure aims to enhance care, services for students, faculty, staff Megan Maneval Thu, 07/10/2025 - 08:06

Chancellor Justin Schwartz on Thursday announced a reorganization of Health and Wellness Services aimed at further investing in and enhancing the already robust care and support provided for students, faculty and staff.

Specifically, the shift entails:

Creating a new Student Health and Well-Being unit within the Division of Student Life.
- This will include Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS), Center for Collegiate Recovery (CRC), Health Promotion, Medical Services, and Pharmacy.
Shifting Disability Services and Testing Center to the Division of Student Life, where they will continue to support accommodations for students.
Establishing an Employee Health and Well-Being unit within the Office of the Senior Vice Chancellor for Operations.
- This will include WorkWell, the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP), the Office of Victim Assistance (OVA), the CALM Center and ADA Compliance.
- Associate Vice Chancellor for Health and Wellness Services Jess Doty will remain in Operations to lead the Employee Health and Well-Being unit.

Senior leadership from Student Life, the Office of the Senior Vice Chancellor for Operations, and the Department of Human Resources are coordinating during the transition to ensure continuity of services and care for the campus community.

Schwartz said the intent of the changes is to enable each of the two new divisions to focus specifically on the unique needs of their respective populations, streamline operations, expand service and enhance access to care.

“Supporting the success of our students, faculty and staff is one of our top priorities as a campus,” Schwartz said. “We have innovative people who have made extraordinary strides in the health and wellness space in recent years, and this new structure will provide the opportunity to tailor care for our student, faculty and staff populations even more while also expanding our offerings. I am grateful for the work of our leadership team for taking this step and for all of our Health and Wellness Services staff for the care they provide—and will continue to provide—for our campus community.”

Schwartz said responses to the Faculty and Staff Engagement Survey have indicated greater desire for employee health and wellness support. He said the new structure will enable 51�Թ�� to continue building on the progress made in the employee well-being space in recent years.

Schwartz added that he expects the changes to be additive and does not anticipate the need for layoffs as part of the reorganization. Some roles may shift to align to the new structure and strategy.

Access to services will remain uninterrupted during the transition.

“As we center our organizational structures around the communities served, we are also mindful of the strengths and benefits of having a robust community of practice of health and wellness practitioners that is connected across campus,” Schwartz said. “We will be intentional about ensuring that we enhance the structures to support that community of practice.”

The new structure will be complementary to the Student Mental Health and Wellness Initiative announced in March, which is being led by the Crown Institute. The goals of that initiative are to strengthen collaborative, comprehensive and effective programs and policies that mitigate risk and promote student flourishing.

“Having a dedicated student health and well-being division will help more clearly define the targeted work of the Student Mental Health and Wellness Initiative and enable more streamlined implementation of the recommendations that blossom from that effort,” Schwartz said.

Chancellor Justin Schwartz has announced a reorganization of Health and Wellness Services. There will be no disruption in services during the transition.

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Regents condemn 51�Թ�� terror attack, approve 51�Թ�� budget

Megan Maneval — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 20:33:52 +0000

Regents condemn 51�Թ�� terror attack, approve 51�Թ�� budget Megan Maneval Thu, 06/05/2025 - 14:33

At its June 4 meeting, the University of Colorado Board of Regents condemned the June 1 terrorist attack in 51�Թ�� and then wrapped up the business of the 2024–25 academic year by approving the CU system’s $6.7 billion budget—including 51�Թ��’s $2.6 billion budget.

In public remarks to open the meeting, Chair Callie Rennison, CU President Todd Saliman, joined by several CU chancellors, including Chancellor Justin Schwartz, all voiced support for the 51�Թ�� community and joined in condemning the June 1 terrorist attack in downtown 51�Թ��.

Rennison opened the meeting with a strong statement of support for the victims of the attacks:

“The CU community strongly condemns this hateful act,” Rennison said. “We stand with and offer our support to those directly and indirectly affected by this vicious attack.”

Rennison also thanked “the brave bystanders who leapt into action” along with first responders.

“The entire CU community has the victims [of the attack] in our thoughts and we wish them a speedy recovery,” Saliman said. “We hold them and their families and loved ones close as they struggle with a very difficult time.”

Chancellors Jennifer Sobanet of UCCS and Kenneth Christensen of CU Denver echoed Saliman, and Schwartz thanked the group. Schwartz also acknowledged the first responders for “quickly apprehending the suspect” and declared in his closing remarks on the issue that “hate, violence and antisemitism have no place in society, in 51�Թ�� or on campus.”

“I want to reaffirm our commitment to protecting our community against acts of hate and violence,” Schwartz said.

Regent Ilana Spiegel introduced a resolution—later unanimously adopted by the board—condemning the attacks, antisemitism and all forms of discrimination and supporting the 51�Թ�� community, its Jewish community and all students, while also expressing appreciation of first responders and good Samaritans.

“As an institution of higher learning, where we prize each individual’s freedom to pursue their chosen path, we must speak clearly and with one voice that antisemitic violence should not and will not be tolerated in our communities, in our state and in our nation,” Spiegel said, introducing the resolution.

Board approves 51�Թ�� budget of $2.61 billion

Later in board business and following a presentation by Chad Marturano, CU vice president and chief financial officer, the regents voted 8-1 to approve the university’s $6.7 billion 2025–26 budget, $2.61 billion of which goes to 51�Թ��—a growth of 2.2% over last year’s $2.55 billion campus budget.

Maturano’s presentation showed:

51�Թ��’s fiscal year 2025–26 budget increased due to a 2.7% overall enrollment growth on the campus, attributed to steady undergraduate enrollment and improved retention of undergraduate students.
Resident graduate enrollment is projected to increase by 3.9%; overall graduate enrollment is down 4.5% due to declines in nonresident students.
There is a decline in projected international student enrollment, with a 24.3% decline in international undergraduate students and 14.7% decline in international graduate students.
Increases in state support, with $31.7 million allocated for statewide operating increase (2.5%)—an amount that includes $8.7 million for operating increases for the entire system (a 2.4% increase for 51�Թ��, 2.9% increase for CU Denver, 2.5% increase for CU Colorado Springs and 2.5% increase for the CU Anschutz Medical Campus).
The state also authorized a $7.3 million statewide financial aid increase—an increase of 2.5 %—and a 3.5% cap on resident undergraduate tuition rate increases.
There is an increase of $11.6 million from the state for six controlled maintenance projects across the CU system, including $7.3 million for four projects at 51�Թ��.
Wednesday’s vote is inclusive of the tuition, compensation and fees that were approved by the board in April.

In other action

The board approved, as part of the consent agenda, updated program plans for the renovation and renewal of the Macky Auditorium and Guggenheim Geography buildings. The approvals are conditional on the receipt of state legislative appropriations next spring for the 2026–27 fiscal year that would cover about 40% of each project. Program plans for projects seeking state funding are updated and approved by the regents every three years, with the program plans for Macky and Guggenheim last being approved by the regents in 2022.
The board approved, as part of the consent agenda, 12 Bachelor of Science degrees at 51�Թ�� that either replace or stand beside current Bachelor of Arts degrees and that require “highly rigorous scientific and mathematical/computational preparation,” according to a presentation by Dean of the Graduate School Scott Adler and Vice Chancellor for Academic Planning and Assessment Katherine Eggert.
The board approved by a vote of 7–1, with one regent not present at time of vote, two professional master’s degrees: A Master of Science in Sustainable Business and a Master of Science in Sustainable Engineering. Both degrees will be implemented in the fall of 2026. The degrees will “blend curriculum drawing from educational offerings in three different colleges,” according to Adler.
The board approved a Resolution of Appreciation for CU philosophy professor and incoming 51�Թ�� Faculty Assembly Chair Alastair Norcross, who served as Faculty Council chair for the 2023–24 and 2024–25 academic years. Faculty Council is the systemwide faculty governance representative body.
The board approved a Resolution of Appreciation for CU Student Government Tri-Executive Alex Radz, who served as chair for the Intercampus Student Forum for the 2024–25 academic year. The Intercampus Student Forum is the systemwide student governance representative body.

At its June 4 meeting, the University of Colorado Board of Regents condemned the June 1 terrorist attack in 51�Թ�� and then wrapped up the business of the 2024–25 academic year.

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Sustainability Council discusses pouring rights, draft food policy and more

Megan Maneval — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 19:47:16 +0000

Sustainability Council discusses pouring rights, draft food policy and more Megan Maneval Tue, 06/03/2025 - 13:47

The Campus Sustainability Council convened on May 16 to discuss the following topics:

Pouring rights

The campus has entered into contract negotiations with Pepsi for a new pouring rights agreement set to begin on July 1. Under this agreement, only beverages in cans and glass containers would be available across campus, eliminating single-use plastic (SUP) beverage containers. This comprehensive 10-year contract will cover athletics, vending (retail) and all dining services across campus.

As a result of the shift away from plastic, some beverage offerings would be reduced due to their packaging limitations. Pepsi’s broader commitment to global sustainability was a key factor in the decision to move forward with this agreement.

Next steps: Pending contract negotiations, the new agreement would begin July 1.

Draft food policy

Faculty member Peter Newton introduced a draft food policy emphasizing the significant intersection between food choices and sustainability, particularly in relation to the Climate Action Plan. The policy proposes phasing out beef and lamb over the next five years, arguing that meaningful reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are unlikely without removing ruminant meats from campus menus.

Newton said the approach is not just about adding plant-based options but about eliminating high-emission items. The proposal does not prescribe specific replacements for beef and lamb. Education around moderation is also a key goal of the policy. Some council members pointed out that with a non-optional meal plan, completely eliminating beef and lamb may not be feasible.

Next steps: The council will compile data from Campus Dining and other sources to model current GHG emissions and project the impact of the proposed changes. Substantially more dialogue is required before any decisions can be made regarding the proposal.

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The Campus Sustainability Council recently discussed a pouring rights contract, a draft food policy and efforts to fill four vacant council seats. Learn more about the group's May meeting.

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Sustainability Leadership Team welcomes Andrew Mayock, discusses sustainability governance

Megan Maneval — Tue, 06 May 2025 13:53:37 +0000

Sustainability Leadership Team welcomes Andrew Mayock, discusses sustainability governance Megan Maneval Tue, 05/06/2025 - 07:53

The campus Sustainability Leadership Team (SLT) convened Wednesday, April 23, to discuss the following topics:

Introduction to Andrew Mayock

Andrew Mayock is 51�Թ��’s inaugural vice chancellor for sustainability. He shared his initial insights, thoughts and past experience:

Governance importance: Mayock emphasized the significance of governance for high-functioning programs, especially in complex environments like 51�Թ��.
Experience from the Biden administration: He shared insights from his experience with governance during the Biden administration, highlighting the importance of good governance and the use of working groups and steering committees.
Learning and feedback: Mayock acknowledged the need to learn about the SLT's history and functioning. He is open to feedback and acknowledges the need to move quickly to ensure continued progress toward campus goals.

Current state of the SLT

Members shared their thoughts about the group’s structure, as well as its progress, challenges and opportunities for improvement after its first 18 months. The group revisited its original charter, which included the following goals:

Deliver the campus milestones needed to achieve carbon neutrality
Achieve STARS platinum status within two reporting cycles
Hold biannual campus forums on campus sustainability actions
Coordinate with community partners to share resources
Support fundraising efforts
Identify and prioritize sustainability actions that support student success; diversity, equity and inclusion; health and wellness; and employment engagement goals

Members of the group shared additional thoughts about the SLT’s relationship to the Sustainability Council, the positive impact of increased communications around sustainability, the importance of having students on the SLT for accountability and the need for shared decision-making to avoid siloed operations.

This is part of a series that will cover 51�Թ�� Sustainability Leadership Team (formerly known as the Sustainability Executive Council) meeting agendas, discussions and decisions. The Sustainability Leadership Team brings together decision-makers and leaders from across campus to drive action and accountability to achieve carbon neutrality, goals outlined in the Chancellor’s Call to Climate Action and the implementation of the campus Climate Action Plan.

At its Earth Week meeting on April 23, the campus Sustainability Leadership Team welcomed Vice Chancellor for Sustainability Andrew Mayock and discussed the current structure and future goals of the group.

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