width: 35px !important; top: -1px; His opponent, Ron Casados, was nominated on the floor during a local Democratic party assembly when no one stepped forward to run against Montera. What I bring is a nonpartisan approach to how we make decisions collectively for the betterment of the university. border-radius: 50%; } I want to continue to give back to the university that not only built the foundation for my career but my entire life. NFL coach Brian Flores discrimination case against Denver Broncos going to court, If your lease expires, you could still keep renting under Colorados just cause evictions bill, More than two dozen Woodland Park teachers and staff call out sick protesting school changes, Take a look at the new license plates for Colorados 150th anniversary. Republicans will maintain the seat in the rural fourth district. There was no business taken care of at that retreat, and it's the kind of thing I wouldn't have attended, he said. He graduated from CU Boulder in 1995; he joked that he survived as a conservative graduating from what he perceives to be a place where the Left goes to feel at home. Following his time at CU, he worked in politics while finishing law school at the University of Denver. It is very possible and even frequent, for administrations to think that an idea will work because they have one conception of what higher education is or of what the CU system is. Colorado taxpayers fund less than 6% of that budget. Medical breakthroughs for Alzheimers, stem cell research, childhood epilepsy, environmental issues, and the effects of climate change all come to mind., In northern Colorado, Orgetga favored research on environmental issues as a priority, along with cancer research looking at risk as it relates to the environment and specific segments of the population people of color, women and children., Ortega also referred to priorities set out in a CU strategic plan, including an emphasis on mental health research aimed at promoting wellness needed for economic stability and security.. Among our guiding principles is the promotion of faculty, student and staff diversity to ensure the rich interchange of ideas that includes diverse political, geographic, cultural, intellectual and philosophical perspectives. But he said his long experience in every level of higher education from student, to grad student, to professor would help him on the Board of Regents, which crafts policies for the four CU campuses, all of which have differing needs. padding-left: 10px; .non_result_row th { Thus our system of higher education seems to produce better outcomes for students and for society. .results_row td:first-child { font-size: 16px; It's really about making Colorado someplace that is available to every young person in Colorado, if they have the capability to go. The regents unanimously adopted a new free speech policy in 2018. Primary Election - June 7, 2022 Official Certified List of Candidates 3/31/2022 Page 3 of 52 Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber Appointed California Secretary of State Rob Bernosky Chief Financial Officer Democratic Republican Rachel Hamm Author Republican James "JW" Paine Teamster Truck Driver Republican Raul Rodriguez Jr. font-weight: 300; The race in the newly created Congressional District 8 was too close to call Wednesday morning, much like other races in the district. We have to educate high schools and communities that CU welcomes all of Colorado, not just the Front Range, and it is competitively affordable with other state universities.. Faculty and staff should not only aspire to excel in their professional pursuits, they should expect it. margin-bottom:16px; .race_header.democratic { James has also been heralded as a leader in the cannabis industry. State Board of Regents (4 seats), Colorado held an election for four of nine seats on the Colorado State Board of Regents on November 8, 2022. [The Democrats] were looking for candidates and it just seemed like a natural progression, Ortega told CPR News. } Eight of the nine seats are assigned to Colorados congressional districts, including the newly established 8th District; the final at-large seat is elected by voters statewide. Source1Source2Source3. width: 50px; background-color: #003388; } margin-bottom: -2px !important; } .votebox-covid-disclaimer { } vertical-align: top; And I do mean diversity of age, race, thought, gender, James told CPR News. width: 50%; Secretary of State top: 2px; .race_header, .results_text, .results_table_container, .votebox_legend { padding-left: 0; Democrat Jack Barrington, a self-described jack-of-all-trades, would have to make up almost 75,000 votes. } I would like to be a source of connection for communities of color to feel heard and a source that can elevate the voices of all of those who wish to challenge the level of diversity our university system embraces. 1800 Grant Street, Suite 800 | Denver, CO 80203 General: (303) 860-5668 | Fax: (303) 860-5610 | Media: (303) 860-5626 } font-size: 1.25em; Ken Montera (R) was appointed to the seat in December 2021. display: inline; background-color: #003388; We need to be skeptical of administrative and service costs throughout the university system, VanDriel said. .non_result_row { Democrats are poised to continue their control of the University of Colorado Board of Regents, with most of the votes counted in the four districts on this falls ballot. CU Denver students and the university community are invited to a CU Regent Candidate Forum. For that, I will always be grateful to CU. In December, CU's interim president Saliman confirmed he would apply for the permanent position after notifying CU's governing regents as their team began a national search for candidates with help from the Pennsylvania-based firm Storbeck Search. The goal, they say, is more support of free speech on-campus. margin-bottom: .75em; Through our world-class teaching, learning, research, service and health care, CU makes significant contributions to the state and citizens of Colorado. Hes also a lawyer interested in migration and enjoys exploring our planet. Incumbent Glen Gallegos defeated Alvin Rivera and Michael Stapleton in the general election for University of Colorado Board of Regents District 3 on November 6, 2018. } Callie Rennison defeated Dick Murphy and Christian Vernaza in the general election for University of Colorado Board of Regents District 2 on November 3, 2020. Montera said even though his tenure as CO-5s Regent has been short, hes been able to find success in the role. font-size: 12px; And we need to be willing to cut programs that no longer make strategic sense.. } .electionsectionheading { After all, if the school leadership is unable to be accountable to one another and to respect differing views, how can we expect faculty, staff and students to do the same? General: (303) 860-5668 | Fax: (303) 860-5610 | Media: (303) 860-5626, 1800 Grant Street, Suite 800 | Denver, CO 80203 .inner_percentage.Democratic { All would prioritize cost control with an eye to making a CU education more affordable for greater numbers of students who reflect the full diversity of the states population. .votebox-results-metadata { Tony Wolusky advanced from the Democratic primary for University of Colorado Board of Regents District 5 on June 26, 2018. Regents mainly oversee the systems taxpayer-funded budget, setting tuition prices and hiring high-salary employees like presidents, chancellors and athletic coaches. .image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper { Regent Sue Sharkey, R-Castle Rock, has represented the 4th Congressional District since 2011 and is term limited. Shoulder to Shoulder is how we roll! border: 1px solid #999; } .election_results_text { School districts | padding-bottom: 5px; margin-bottom: .75em; font-style: italic; .votebox_legend { } height: 50px; Regents arent charged with directing research. McNulty also said he would continue to support the athletics programs at CU, claiming some former Regents have wanted to completely do away with collegiate sports. Regents named Todd Saliman as sole finalist for the job, and subsequently approved him, despite facing pressure to name more than one finalist after the previous presidential search was criticized for lack of transparency. } VanDriel moved back to Greeley about two years ago, where he founded a college-coaching business. left: 0; } color: #0645ad; .inner_percentage.Republican { Dear CU staff, faculty administration, students, and the communities our amazing system serves. } .race_header { All would prioritize cost control with an eye to making a CU education more affordable for greater numbers of students who reflect the full diversity of the states population. overflow-y: auto; The university must focus on providing a great education regardless of field. padding-bottom: 8px; 2022 U.S. House Elections. Thus our system of higher education seems to produce better outcomes for students and for society. padding-left: 8px; Campus community memb, Buff Nation, there's one more chance to see, The Colorado Commission of Higher Education will meet on March 3rd at 1 pm. color: #0645ad; Retired Warehouseman Click here to contact our editorial staff, and click here to report an error. padding-left: 16px; } margin-top: 0px; | Higher education and general enterprise reporter, Denver East High student dies more than two weeks after being shot outside school, Dream come true program at DU trains newly arrived refugees in American hospitality management, Denver school board reveals potential timeline for deciding on school closures, Denver school board tables vote on measure that would have increased members pay to up to $33,000 a year, Denver just got a direct flight to this Caribbean island known for music history and vegetarian cooking, Coloradans may have another chance to see the northern lights Monday night, Denver gang member gave 14-year-old permission to open fire on woman with AR-15 after fender-bender, DA alleges, Feds sue water company for rupture damaging Rocky Mountain National Park -- again, Price of gas in Colorado has risen 51% since Suncor's refinery shutdown in late December. Following that, he got a Ph.D. in American history from the University of South Carolina. .votebox-results-cell--check { The Bent County Democrat is in the race to succeed 4th Congressional District Regent Sue Sharkey, a Republican, who is termed out. } The CU Board of Regents is likely to remain under Democratic control after the 2022 midterms, News That Matters, Delivered To Your Inbox, hiring high-salary employees like presidents. Living at Kimberly Court can seem like living in the most convenient location in Boulder. If elected, I would focus on providing access to everyone, increasing diversity and equity for students, as well as faculty and staff. padding-bottom: 0px; Former Colorado House Speaker Frank McNulty is in position to take over from Sue Sharkey, whose term is up. In his September 19 campaign finance filing, Monteras campaign reported it raised about $17,435, dwarfing his opponent, Ron Casados, who has raised $315. text-align: left; .mw-body #mw-content-text th.votebox-results-cell--text { Academic programs need to be regularly evaluated in the context of our strategic plan .. and in light of current enrollments. Oct. 17, 2022, 4:00 am Hart Van Denburg/CPR News Republican candidate for Colorado governor Heidi Ganahl, left, with her daughter Tori, celebrates her win in the party primary during a watch. width: 100%; Since returning to Colorado seven years ago, Montera has taken on roles with the Salvation Army and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic. The seat Ortega is running for is brand new when Colorado was allotted a new congressional district after the 2020 census, state rules meant that district also got a seat on the Board of Regents. Jared Polis appointed him to the board last year. margin-right: 12px; It is a place where I think we can make a difference, where we need to put into practice what we tell our children about serving and about the opportunity to give back, McNulty said. } .votebox-scroll-container { As education is changing, we must work to ensure that the University . Apply today! And this allows me to play out that passion that I have for the university in a way that's meaningful.. margin-top: 1em; Source1Source2. .election_results_text { At the University of Colorado, we teach students how to think, not what to think. Dick Murphy advanced from the Republican primary for University of Colorado Board of Regents District 2 on June 30, 2020. CUs annual impact on Colorados economy is worth $13.2 billion, the CU business schools latest study found, compared with $4.8 billion from the states ski industry. This means respecting differences, entertaining conversation, and calling out bullies where they are. Find the agenda and zoom link at, DYK eating disorders that are clinically significant affect around 30 million Americans? background-color: #ccc; position: relative; Bruce grew up in Colorado, a fourth-generation resident, graduated from Stanford, then earned masters degrees in international relations and journalism. } Democratic primary candidates, = candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey. Could herbal supplements help students manage stress levels? .race_header.green { .race_header.republican { .image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper .image-candidate-thumbnail { The Moving can be an exciting experience. Amy Naes The University of Colorado must be a place where students are able to graduate as well-rounded, productive men and women. Casados was nominated from the floor of his local party assembly to be the districts Democratic nominee for the race. Candidate's campaign for CU Regent picks up as incumbent drops out to run for governor. Election Colorado State Board of Regents District 8 Candidate Q&A The race features Republican Mark VanDriel and Democrat Yolanda Ortega By The Denver Post | [email protected]. State Board of Education (4 seats) overflow: hidden; I look forward to holding the university firm to its strategic plan on addressing the issues of affordability and access. Colorado is one of four states where voters elect regents (along with Michigan, Nebraska and Nevada). Some of the University of Colorado regent candidates seeking votes next week to run Colorados flagship school like the idea of free public higher education to boost the economic strength of the nation. We are committed to building a community of students, faculty and staff that advances these fundamental values, in which every individual regardless of race, identity, ideology, perspective, religion or background feels accepted and supported. I am proud to be running for the Board of Regents, to help guide and improve the world-class university system that CU has become. https://www.amy4curegent.com/, Frank McNulty I think it is important that we have these positions in place to encourage students to think maybe a little bit differently and to really open up the way in which they think, McNulty said. background-color: #dac113; .votebox_legend .non_result_row { font-size: 2em; (Her opponent in the District 1 race, Republican lawyer Amy Naes, didnt respond to questions. } .mw-body #mw-content-text .votebox .race_header h5.votebox-header-election-type { .race_header.libertarian { } Whether it is Colorados NCAA-sanctioned programs, club programs, internships or student government, the benefit of participating in these activities with fellow students creates stronger graduates and long-term benefits for everyone participating. Of the eight candidates vying for four seats, six responded. .race_footer { While the costs of American universities are too high and reform is needed, the American model is the best in the world., In the District 5 contest to represent El Paso County, Democrat Ron Casados, a retired educator who worked with autistic children in public schools, said he supported free college education as a matter of global economic positioning for the United States to compete with the world., And VanDriels opponent in northern Colorado, longtime academic administrator Yolanda Ortega, also supported it, and proposed avenues to reach free college as a goal through partnerships with community colleges. Jeremy Hueth, Vice President, University Counsel & Secretary of the Board of Regents, Effie Ameen, Deputy Secretary to the Board of Regents, Amanda J. 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