About Student Affairs

Overview of Services

Student Affairs is one of four major divisions of CU-Boulder, whose primary focus is on creating a positive learning environment that fosters successful personal development and learning both in the classroom and outside of the traditional classroom. The division believes that student learning and success can be enhanced when the learning environment and community support students' full development as people-not just as isolated intellects-and when students are seen as important partners in the learning experience.

The first priority of the division of Student Affairs is students' development as successful, intellectually curious learners, and as healthy, competent, socially and environmentally aware citizens. The division provides, in collaboration with other members of the campus community, educational opportunities, resources and support to facilitate each individual in attaining his or her goals. The division works to create a learning environment that eliminates barriers that stand in the way of student learning, development and success.

A spectrum of uniquely designed services and support programs is available to undergraduate and graduate students as members of the university community. These programs support student development and academic achievement, and contribute to creating a positive learning environment. Examples include housing, recreation, health care and education, disabilities access and support, personal and career counseling, and opportunities to develop leadership skills.

Academic support is provided through offerings such as international education, tutoring, educational outreach efforts such as credit courses offered through the Student Academic Services Center or the first year seminar called the CU Experience. Personal consultation regarding learning styles and academic performance is also available in many departments.

Student Affairs works in a liaison relationship with the University of Colorado Student Union, the Greek system and with parents of students. The division takes an active leadership role in supporting diversity on campus and in building a supportive and respectful campus learning environment.

The campus and Student Affairs staffs are proud of the high ratings that students give to many services. The division continues its commitment to improving service delivery in all areas. Under the administration of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, more than 1,000 professional and highly skilled staff and faculty are responsible for the many programs and services available to every student during his or her educational career.

Student Affairs Organizational Chart