Federal transition and how we're responding

Feb. 18, 2025

Dear students, faculty and staff,

I know what’s happening in Washington is creating uncertainty across CU Boulder and the nation. Many of the topics making headlines right now will take time to resolve, and we don’t know how higher education will be affected when all is said and done.

In times of uncertainty, I believe our focus should be on preparation, not on panic.

Along with the CU System, peer universities and national higher ed associations, we are monitoring every development closely. My leadership team is thinking through possible scenarios so we can be prepared for whatever might come.

When appropriate, we are also working with the state attorney general’s office to provide factual information for court actions. CU Boulder will only change operations if and when we have to.

As chancellor, I’m committed to fighting for our mission, our people and our resources. I am asking you to help by focusing on our university’s primary responsibilities: transforming lives through our research, our teaching and our service.

In the coming months, we may be required to change how we navigate aspects of what we do. We will continue to communicate any changes to you as quickly as possible.

As always, I hope you will take care of yourselves and each other, and I thank you for all that you do for CU Boulder.

Sincerely,

Justin Schwartz
Chancellor