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What We Do:

The Office of Government and Community Engagement (OGCE) supports the University of Colorado Boulder's work to build and maintain relationships and partnerships with local government and community organizations, and we partner with the CU System Office of Government Relations to advance state and federal public policy outcomes that align with the campus's strategic imperatives of shaping tomorrow’s leaders, being the top university for innovation, and impacting humanity positively.

We strive to: 

  • Effectively connect you to the right partners
  • Optimize opportunities to shape public policy, funding and outcomes
  • Align efforts across campus and with the CU System Office of Government Relations to engage with government and community representatives and associated priorities
  • Coordinate with CU System Office of Government Relations to advance CU Boulder’s state and federal priorities
  • Build community partnerships and trust
  • Facilitate cross-campus efforts to most effectively engage with Colorado communities 
  • Develop and pursue public policy proposals in support of CU Boulder
  • Protect and advance the interests of the university

The best way to work with us...

is to contact us now! We are here to help you have the conversations that matter most to you.

CU Night in Boulder Downtown

We are excited to announce that this year’s CU Night Downtown Boulder event will take place on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. We will gather at the iconic Boulder Theater from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for an evening filled with community engagement, insightful discussions, and entertainment. Immediately following the Boulder Theater program, we are partnering with Downtown Boulder Partnership, encouraging guests to join us at the CU-sponsored Bands on the Bricks on Pearl Street, starting at 6:00 p.m. This fun event is an excellent opportunity to unwind, connect with fellow attendees, and enjoy live music in the heart of Boulder. 

  

Register Here!

For Policymakers

Get connected with information, experts and the right departments to facilitate expeditious and effective policy development.

  • Discover new partnership opportunities
  • Find resources for you and your constituents
  • Ask a question, share an idea or concern about CU Boulder. We can connect you with the right person. Send us a question.

For Organizations, Community Groups & Individuals

Want to connect with CU Boulder?  We can find the right person or department with whom you should engage. 

  • Find information about CU, who’s who, what’s happening and the latest news
  • CU Boulder events 
  • Ask a question, share an idea or concern about CU Boulder. We can connect you with the right person. Send us a question.

For Faculty, Staff & Students

Interested in connecting with local, state or federal officials or learning about an issue and where the campus stands? We can connect and support you.

  • How we can help you
  • When to contact us
  • Rules, processes and policies
  • Ask a question, share an idea or concern about CU Boulder. We can connect you with the right person. Send us a question.