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Chancellor's Messages

We are committed to keeping the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus community updated and informed about the issues facing our university today.

Read Chancellor Elliman’s recent messages below, and explore the archives for more.

Recent Chancellor Communications

Update on Potential Impacts of the Department of Education Transition | Feb. 25th, 2025
While we acknowledge that changes may be taking place within the United States Department of Education, it is important to note that abolishing the Department of Education entirely would require congressional approval.

An Update on Salary Setting, Hiring & University Travel | Mar. 21st, 2025
At this time of significant uncertainty and rapid change, we are taking additional steps to protect the fiscal integrity of our organization..

Potential Impacts of a Government Shutdown for CU Anschutz | Mar. 13th, 2025
With reports indicating a likely impasse on funding the federal government, a government shutdown may be imminent.

Important Federal Transition Updates | Feb. 21st, 2025
Earlier today, a federal judge in Massachusetts extended her previously issued temporary restraining order blocking the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) policy change.

Important Federal Transition Update | Feb. 11th, 2025
With support from this campus, Colorado joined a coalition of 22 state attorneys general in a lawsuit on Monday to block the policy, citing severe financial harm to universities, medical centers, and research institutions.

Recent Leadership Statements

Statement from CU President and Chancellors regarding the Federal Transition | March 5, 2025
During this time of change in our nation, all of us are working to remain focused as we continue to dedicate ourselves to our students, research, work and the broader community.

Anti-Semitic and Anti-Islamic Harassment Policy Guidance | Feb. 28, 2024
Current university policies protect all students and employees from discrimination and harassment based on identity, including the protected classes of religion, race, color, national origin, and ancestry.

Joint Statement from the CU President and Chancellors Regarding the Hamas Attacks on Israel | Oct. 11, 2023
We at the University of Colorado are horrified and saddened by the Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel that have sparked a war with the full breadth of consequences not yet known.

Statement from President Saliman and CU Chancellors on the Supreme Court's Affirmative Action Decision | Jun. 29, 2023
The University of Colorado is unwavering in its commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable environment that embraces and celebrates individuals from all backgrounds.

Statement from CU President and Chancellors on Colorado Springs Tragedy | Nov. 20, 2022
The University of Colorado community abhors the horrific and senseless violence that struck Colorado Springs in the early morning hours.

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