Category Archives: Messages from L. Song Richardson

Don’t Forget to Join Us For Today’s Community Conversation on Affirmative Action Today at 3:30 p.m. in the Cornerstone Screening Room, President L. Song Richardson, professor of political science, Doug Edlin, and panelists Rosalie Rodriguez, senior associate dean for student equity and inclusion, Christina Leza, associate professor for anthropology, and Karen Kristof, associate vice president and dean of …

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Dear CC Community,  In 1961, President John F. Kennedy ordered businesses working for the U.S. government to treat workers and people applying for jobs “without regard to their race, creed, color, or national origin.” He said the businesses should take “affirmative action” to make this happen. Colleges soon followed.  This June, the Supreme Court will decide on …

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Dear Students, Staff, and Faculty,  I’m very pleased to announce that Lacy Karpilo will be Colorado College’s new vice president for student life and dean of students. She will work part-time starting June 1, and will be full-time in her role on campus starting July 1. Lacy is currently vice president for student affairs at …

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Dear CC Community,  I have had the joy and privilege of working closely with Jane Turnis beginning before I arrived at CC. Her role on our senior leadership team has been invaluable, both as vice president for communications and as associate vice president of executive communications.   Jane created key communications and led the development …

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Dear Students, I invite you to apply for a special leadership opportunity for next academic year: membership on the President’s Council.     The President’s Council is an advisory council for me, designed to be a representative body of the campus, and comprised of approximately 10-15 student leaders. Applicants are selected each year based on …

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Dear Seniors, As you know, last month I announced that former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney, CC Class of 1988, will speak at Commencement this year. Many of you have courageously spoken up – both in support and in opposition – about the speaker choice and process, and I want you to know we hear you. …

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Dear Campus Community,  I’m delighted to announce that Ty Nagamatsu will become the college’s ombuds. The ombuds is an informal and independent resource for faculty, staff, and students who have questions, concerns, or issues internal to the college, such as matters related to the workplace or learning environment, or concerns about policies, procedures, and resources. …

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You’re Invited!  Come celebrate Robert Moore P’13 at his farewell reception, 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 19, at Smith Family Gallery, Colorado College Fine Arts Center. Robert’s influence on Colorado College has been transformative, as he led Human Resources, Facilities, the college’s finances, administrative services, and dining operations since 2009. His work has improved our physical campus, …

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Dear CC Community, At Colorado College, we encourage courageous conversations and bold actions. We know that these conversations are not easy. However, they are essential for us to bridge divisions and make progress in our polarized, quick-to-judge, reactionary world. When we listen, debate in a respectful manner, and try to put ourselves in someone else’s …

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Dear Students, Staff, and Faculty,  Today I am pleased to share the news that Khaleel Gathers will join Colorado College as vice president and chief information officer starting May 16. Khaleel is currently associate vice president and chief information officer for information technology services at SUNY Buffalo State University. He will bring more than 30 …

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