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Alastair Norcross, Philosophy Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder and Chair of the Faculty Council, shares his appreciation for faculty across all four campuses, recognizing their dedication and contributions to the university's success. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration and shared governance in addressing challenges and shaping the university's future. Norcross expresses optimism about the Faculty Council's ability to foster meaningful dialogue and develop innovative solutions, ensuring that faculty voices remain central in decision-making processes. His letter highlights a commitment to transparency, inclusivity, and strengthening the partnership between faculty and university leadership.

Faculty Council Secretary, David Paradis, discusses his time with shared governance and the multiple roles he's played in working with the CU community.

Faculty Council Communications Committee Member, Liesl Eberhardt discusses her experience with shared governance and the influence she has had on the department/campus-level.

As faculty transition “back to normal” in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, we hope that discussions about the lasting impacts of the pandemic continue to occur at the unit, campus, and system levels, and that CU continues to focus on building robust scaffolding to support its faculty, staff, and students during periods of stress or crisis.