Law School Administration
The University of Colorado Law School occupies a unique position among American law schools. The influence of our relatively small faculty extends well beyond its numbers. The academic qualifications of our students are among the highest of any public law school. And our setting amidst the Rockies allows the mind and spirit to soar. Our greatest strength is our ability to spark independent thinking while simultaneously fostering a sense of public mindedness and community. Our size, student-faculty ratio, and ability to recruit high quality and increasingly diverse students are integral to preserving this strength. CU Law Faculty contribute to our mission through:
Teaching
We believe that legal education should employ robust theoretical inquiry, doctrinal and policy analysis, and professional skills. As part of a premier research university we seek to integrate opportunities for interdisciplinary study. Because the law is dynamic, we must equip our students to deal with change and to exercise sound judgment and creativity in offering solutions for problems of individuals, institutions, and nations. Our faculty members are passionate about teaching and are committed to providing students with a well-rounded learning experience that prepares them to serve wisely and with professionalism. We have an open-door policy with posted, walk-in hours and a program for hosting students for lunch or in our homes. And our location provides a natural vitality that motivates students to reach for their full potential.
Scholarship
We believe that all faculty should be committed to the broader mission of education that is accomplished through exploration, discussion, and dissemination of ideas. We seek a better understanding of existing law, to develop and test new ideas to lawyers, academics, policy makers, and the wider world. Our mentoring program for new faculty strives to support the start of a successful academic career. The philosophies and approaches of faculty members can and should vary widely in pursing this mission, but all are expected to produce noteworthy work.
Public Service
We believe that our faculty and students all have obligations to the Law School, the University, the profession, and the local and global communities for the privilege of being part of an honored endeavor. Moreover, a commitment to service is an ingredient of a full and satisfying life. Accordingly, we will contribute our time and talents in pursuit our mission in ways that match our individual interests and abilities. Our annual activities are marked by certain events such as orientation, colloquia and workshops, and annual lectures. As a public institution with a tradition of public service, we will strive to instill in our students an awareness of a lawyer’s civic responsibilities and opportunities to serve and lead.