Equity and Racial Justice Listening Sessions
From July 1-10, 2020 (her first 10 days on the job), Chancellor Marks undertook a series of listening sessions on issues of equity, with a particular focus on racial justice. Faculty, staff, students, and alumni shared their perspectives in virtual meetings and written input. On this page you’ll find who participated, a summary of what they said, and the resulting commitments for action that Chancellor Marks announced on July 20.
“The brave voices of those who participated in the equity listening sessions shaped my perspective on the path we need to travel together to create a more just, equitable, and belonging climate at CU Denver.”
– Chancellor Marks, July 2020
Who Participated?
In 20 listening sessions over 10 days, Chancellor Marks met with 172 people and received dozens of emails sharing perspectives. Participants included students (all levels: undergraduate, master’s and doctoral), faculty, staff, and alumni from all eight schools and colleges as well as 60 university units.