Dean, College of Architecture and Planning
About the Search
The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) is searching for a collaborative, visionary, financially astute leader who embodies our values of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion to take on the Dean of the College of Architecture and Planning (CAP) role. We seek a leader capable of cultivating a culture that fosters collaboration, sparks creativity, and encourages interdisciplinary breakthroughs. If you are deeply committed to elevating academic standards, championing student achievement, and instigating positive transformations within a diverse and inclusive setting, we encourage you to apply and become an integral part of CU Denver's journey.
Leadership Attributes
Reporting directly to the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs, the incoming dean will play a pivotal role during CU Denver's transformative phase toward becoming a premier public urban research university by 2030. The strategic focus encompasses diversity, equity, and inclusion as key drivers of impact and innovation.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A terminal graduate degree in one of the college's disciplines, with a distinguished record in teaching, research, and service, qualifying for a full professor rank.
- A record of progressive academic or administrative leadership, including demonstrated knowledge of the academic structure and operations of a comprehensive research university.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, emphasizing transparency, shared decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Proven success in fostering shared governance and financial management, including fundraising and resource allocation.
- Experience fostering and sustaining external relations, including cultivating opportunities for students in the professional practice community.
A CU Denver search committee has formed (see participants named below), and executive search firm WittKieffer is assisting the University of Colorado Denver in this search. Prospective applicants can find a full leadership profile for the position and more information on this WittKieffer search page.
High-Level Search Timeline
Sept 2024
Engagement sessions with CU Denver CAP community
Oct. 2024 - Jan. 2025
Recruitment
Early Feb. 2025
First round of interviews
Late Feb. 2025
Finalist interviews
Search Committee Membership
| Co-Chairs |
|---|
| Scott Dawson, dean, College of Business |
| Faye Caronan, associate dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences |
| Committee Members |
|---|
| Don Brandes, CAP alum, Member, Interim Advisory Group |
| Priyanka deSouza, CAP Faculty |
| Stephanie Kelly, CAP Assistant Dean |
| Ann Komara, CAP Faculty and Associate Dean |
| Jesse Kuroiwa, CAP Staff and Faculty |
| Leyuan Li, CAP Faculty |
| Dania Morelli, CAP Master’s Student |
| Roxy New, CAP Staff |
| Bob Packard, Member, CAP Interim Advisory Group |
| David Pfeifer, Community Representative |
| Ken Schroeppel, CAP Faculty and Program Director |
| Rick Sommerfeld, CAP Faculty |
| Steve Turner, CAP Faculty and Program Director |
| Kat Vlahos, CAP Faculty |
| Jeffrey Wood, CAP Affiliate Program Director |