CSU Pueblo president resigns; Board asks Rico Munn to serve as interim
The Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System has accepted the resignation of CSU Pueblo President Armando Valdez, effective immediately. Following an independent investigation, Mr. Valdez was found to have violated a university policy. While Mr. Valdez disagrees with the conclusions of that investigation, he recognizes that it has caused him to lose the confidence of the Board of Governors and CSU System leadership. As a result, to allow the university to move forward, he resigned his role.
CSU System enrollment increases include growth in Colorado residents, first generation, and graduate education
All three Colorado State University campuses saw enrollment increases this year, with a notable jump in enrollment by students from rural areas. Colorado State University in Fort Collins celebrated its second largest incoming class ever this fall, with an 8% increase in Colorado first-year student enrollment and record enrollment numbers for female students, students from rural areas, and students who identify as racially minoritized.
Chancellor’s message on fair campaign practices
As we head into the final stretch of this election season, I want to take the opportunity to remind everyone within the CSU System of the responsibilities we have as members of a public university community when it comes to free speech, elections, and campaigning. As public employees, there are also some fundamental rules we all need to keep in mind when it comes to election season. There are a few specific points I want to highlight for our CSU System community.
Administrative management of Spur shifts to CSU campus
The CSU System Board of Governors has voted to transfer operational oversight of CSU Spur from the CSU System Office to the flagship campus in Fort Collins, with continued funding by the CSU System. The administrative shift will have minimal impact on Spur’s core mission and day-to-day operations. It also will not impact salaries and reporting lines for Spur staff.
CSU System Board approves budget and tuition
The Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System approved budgets for its campuses this week that keep tuition levels low and maintain each institution’s strong value proposition and positive trajectory. CSU System leadership thanked state legislators, particularly the Joint Budget Committee, for providing continued support to Colorado’s public higher education system.
Armando Valdez named 16th president of CSU Pueblo
The Colorado State University System Board of Governors today unanimously confirmed Armando Valdez as the 16th president of Colorado State University Pueblo – the CSU System’s regionally serving campus located in Pueblo – effective Feb. 1, 2024.
Armando Valdez shares insights about CSU Pueblo in a Q&A
Armando Valdez, a lifetime resident of Southern Colorado with a long career in academics, was named on Nov. 30 as the sole finalist for the CSU Pueblo presidency. After a legislatively mandated waiting period of two weeks, the Board of Governors of the CSU System will consider formalizing the appointment at a special meeting on Dec. 15.
Armando Valdez named sole finalist for CSU Pueblo presidency
The Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System on Thursday named Armando Valdez as the sole finalist for the CSU Pueblo presidency. Valdez will finish out the 2.5 years remaining on the term of outgoing President Timothy Mottet, who announced his intention earlier this year to resign on Dec. 31, 2023.
CSU System Board of Governors approves campus budgets for 2023-24
The Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System approved budgets for its campuses this week that keep tuition increases below the rate of inflation and legislative allowances, while focusing on compensation for faculty and staff.
Amy Parsons named 16th president of Colorado State University
The Colorado State University Board of Governors today confirmed Amy Parsons as the 16th president of CSU – the CSU System’s flagship campus located in Fort Collins – effective Feb. 1, 2023, following a highly competitive, nationwide 5-month search process.