CU Denver Leadership

Chancellor

The chancellor is the chief academic and administrative officer for the University of Colorado Denver. She reports to the CU system president for the conduct and affairs of CU Denver.

Michelle Marks

Chancellor
University of Colorado Denver

Michelle Marks became CU Denver’s chancellor on July 1, 2020. A noted innovator in higher education, Chancellor Marks spent her first 100 days gathering input to assess CU Denver’s progress and priorities. In January 2021, she launched a strategic planning process to chart a course for CU Denver's future.

Vice Chancellors

Vice Chancellors support the Chancellor by overseeing various aspects of university administration.

The Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor oversees the academic, faculty and student programs at both the University of Colorado Denver and Anschutz Medical campus, including accreditation.

CU Denver Deans

The Deans are responsible for academic operations and administration of their respective schools and colleges, and report to the Provost.