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University of Colorado Denver

University of Colorado Denver, Office of the Chancellor

Office of the Chancellor  

University Overview


The University of Colorado Denver is home to 13 schools and colleges providing more than 115 degree program options for students.  It is a comprehensive institution with more than 29,000 students attending classes on one of two campuses or online.

The Downtown Campus provides general education options in arts and media, business, engineering, liberal arts and sciences, public affairs, education and human development and architecture and planning, as well as online course offerings.

The Anschutz Medical Campus provides education in the specialized health fields including medicine, pharmacy, dental medicine, nursing, public health and other allied health professions.

Jerry Wartgow

Jerry Wartgow

Interim Chancellor for the University of Colorado Denver

Dr. Wartgow was named Interim Chancellor by University of Colorado President Bruce Benson on May 27, 2010. He begins his official duties on August 3.

Lilly Marks

Lilly Marks

Vice President for Health Affairs and Executive Vice Chancellor of the
Anschutz Medical Campus

The office of the Vice President for Health Affairs and Executive Vice Chancellor of the Anschutz Medical Campus oversees the academic, research and clinical operations of the Anschutz Medical Campus while also focusing on key strategic initiatives, including transportation, relationships with affiliate health-care partners and development on and around the campus.

Our Executive Team:

Andy Jhanji

Andy Jhanji

Vice Chancellor for University Advancement and Chief of Staff

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement oversees all university communications, fundraising, outreach, events and alumni activities. Additionally, in the role of chief of staff, the vice chancellor oversees the University Ombuds Office.

Richard D. Krugman

Richard D. Krugman

Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs oversees multiple areas related to the health sciences professional schools, centers and other health research areas.  Additionally, the vice chancellor for health affairs is responsible for overseeing all areas of the university's clinical enterprises at the Anschutz Medical Campus.

Roderick Nairn

Roderick Nairn

Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs

The provost and vice chancellor for academic and student affairs oversees the academic, faculty, and student programs at the university.

Jeffrey Parker

Jeffrey Parker

Interim Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance oversees university functions including budget and operations, facilities, human resources and information technology. Additionally, the vice chancellor for administration and finance serves as the university's chief financial officer.

Richard J. Traystman

Richard J. Traystman

Vice Chancellor for Research

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research oversees all the research functions of UC Denver including research development, grants and contracts, regulatory compliance and laboratory animal resources.

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