{"id":1828,"date":"2023-03-01T15:00:40","date_gmt":"2023-03-01T22:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.coloradocollege.edu\/emailarchive\/?p=1828"},"modified":"2023-03-01T15:01:36","modified_gmt":"2023-03-01T22:01:36","slug":"february-2023-board-of-trustees-update","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.coloradocollege.edu\/emailarchive\/2023\/03\/01\/february-2023-board-of-trustees-update\/","title":{"rendered":"February 2023 Board of Trustees Update"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dear CC Community, <\/span><\/h1>\n

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The Colorado College Board of Trustees met on campus Feb. 16-18 for its regular spring meeting, which was filled with many inspiring and courageous conversations. <\/span><\/div>\n

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As the college approaches its 150th year, it was clear that the boldness and \u201cleaning forward\u201d that has been emblematic of CC throughout its history continues to this day. We heard from Professor Susan Ashley about Project 2024 and discussed the resulting strategic priorities and goals that fuel the college\u2019s vision, and the three \u201clenses\u201d \u2013 antiracism, sustainability, and mental health and wellness \u2013 that we apply to make decisions.<\/span><\/div>\n

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As you know, this week President Richardson announced that the college will no longer participate in the U.S. News & World Report<\/em> rankings. Before making that decision, and while surveying faculty, staff, students, alumni, and parents, she asked for our input. It was a classic \u201ccourageous conversation\u201d \u2013 pros, cons, changing minds, and pride for Colorado College. We support President Richardson. We know that this bold action is true to CC\u2019s values and goals.<\/span><\/div>\n

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We engaged with Staff Council and extended leadership; had lunch with students in Blue Key and President\u2019s Council; enjoyed a very moving gathering for the naming of the basketball and volleyball courts for Senior Vice President Mike Edmonds; and cheered for the Tigers basketball teams.<\/span><\/div>\n

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Since our last visit we heard a much different tone already from students about mental health and wellness, which speaks to the effectiveness of the many programs, services, and actions implemented. Kudos to all for this important work.<\/span><\/div>\n

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At the business meeting the board:<\/span><\/div>\n

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