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Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS

CU Boulder is a force for innovation, equity and discovery—and Chancellor Justin Schwartz is working to amplify that impact across Colorado and beyond.

Joined March 2026
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Catch me on your local TV station 📺 I talked about all things @CUBoulder: 150th anniversary, Big Ideas, and CU Night for Band on the Bricks (happening June 17!). Thanks for having me!
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Twelfth Night cameo by @CUBoulder’s 12th Chancellor! 👀🎭 Earlier this week, I had the pleasure to join @cupresents for a cameo during their opening night performance of Twelfth Night during @COShakes! Don’t worry – I won’t be quitting my day job!
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Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder retweeted
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Jun 8
Celebrate 150 years with us at CU Night in Downtown Boulder! 📍 Pearl Street 📅 June 17 ⏰ 4–6 p.m. Hear from @Chancellor_JS, @flovom and local leaders while enjoying exhibits, food, drinks and community connection. Get tickets! ↓ bit.ly/4u7lzjo
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“If music be the food of love, play on.” - William Shakespeare, Twelfth Night It was a blast to join @cupresents for the Grand Re-opening of the Mary Rippon Outdoor Theater and opening night of @COShakes! 🎭 Be sure to check out the festival lineup for the summer!
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Why should we celebrate National #HigherEducation Day? For me, it's a lifestyle choice. Choosing to pursue a higher level of knowledge. Knowing that there is more work to be done on yourself and the world. Following your passions. I am honored to be a part of this community.
Chancellor J's headshot with CU Boulder, current chancellor

ALT Chancellor J's headshot with CU Boulder, current chancellor

Chancellor J's headshot with Penn State, former interim executive vice president and provost, and Dean of Engineering

ALT Chancellor J's headshot with Penn State, former interim executive vice president and provost, and Dean of Engineering

Chancellor J's headshot with NC State, former faculty member and department head in the College of Engineering

ALT Chancellor J's headshot with NC State, former faculty member and department head in the College of Engineering
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Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder retweeted
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Jun 2
.@Chancellor_JS announced the appointment of Roqua Montez as vice chancellor for communications, marketing and social media. Welcome to the herd! bit.ly/4vmQQzJ
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We were honored to host @govofco for the signing of three bills dedicated to making higher education more accessible for Colorado's students! Read the story ➡️ colorado.edu/today/node/5672…
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Dr. G and I had the opportunity to join the @bolderboulder event this #MemorialDay, honoring our fallen heroes and partaking in the 10k race. As one of the largest Memorial Day Tributes in the U.S., we are honored to be a part of this Boulder tradition.
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Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder retweeted
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@CUBoulder
May 15
From student experience and sustainability to affordability and access, the Buffs community showed up by submitting over 700 ideas for the Big Ideas initiative—helping shape our next era of impact while celebrating our 150th year. Submit your Big Idea ↓ bit.ly/4nrFLKS
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Thank you for visiting, @CoHigherEd! It was an honor to host JB Holston, Executive Director, and Sophia Laderman, Chief Policy & Research Officer, as they met with professors and students to discuss the research and experiences at @CUBoulder.
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May 15
CDHE Executive Director JB Holston and CDHE leadership visited the University of Colorado Boulder. JB met with Chancellor Justin Schwartz and members of CU Boulder's Chancellor's Cabinet, and toured JILA. Thank you for welcoming us to your campus! @CUBoulder @Chancellor_JS
JB Holston and Chancellor Justin Schwartz sit with four other professionals around a large wooden conference table in a modern office with bookshelves and framed art on the walls.

ALT JB Holston and Chancellor Justin Schwartz sit with four other professionals around a large wooden conference table in a modern office with bookshelves and framed art on the walls.

JB Holston and three professionals listen to a young man speaking inside a laboratory filled with electronic equipment and computer monitors.

ALT JB Holston and three professionals listen to a young man speaking inside a laboratory filled with electronic equipment and computer monitors.

A group of people observe complex machinery and electronic equipment in a research laboratory.

ALT A group of people observe complex machinery and electronic equipment in a research laboratory.

JB stands with a group listening attentively in a modern office setting.

ALT JB stands with a group listening attentively in a modern office setting.
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Boulder is a hub for quantum science and computing. ⚛️ We are excited to welcome @IonQ_Inc to the expanding Boulder and Colorado communities! @CUBoulder is proud to be part of this effort and this community. Congratulations on this important milestone.
Chancellor Justin Schwartz, right, joined executives, dignitaries, guests and visitors for the ribbon cutting ceremony for a new Boulder research and design lab for quantum company, IonQ. Image credits: Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado

ALT Chancellor Justin Schwartz, right, joined executives, dignitaries, guests and visitors for the ribbon cutting ceremony for a new Boulder research and design lab for quantum company, IonQ. Image credits: Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado

Right: Chancellor Schwartz speaks to guests and visitors for the IonQ ribbon cutting. Left: Chancellor Schwartz, right, shakes the hand of IonQ CEO and Chairman Niccolo de Massi. Image credits: Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado

ALT Right: Chancellor Schwartz speaks to guests and visitors for the IonQ ribbon cutting. Left: Chancellor Schwartz, right, shakes the hand of IonQ CEO and Chairman Niccolo de Massi. Image credits: Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado

Chancellor Schwartz, right, greets Colorado Governor Jared Polis. left. Image credits: Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado

ALT Chancellor Schwartz, right, greets Colorado Governor Jared Polis. left. Image credits: Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado

Massimo Ruzzene, CU Boulder Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation, right, participates in the IonQ ribbon cutting ceremony. Image credits: Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado

ALT Massimo Ruzzene, CU Boulder Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation, right, participates in the IonQ ribbon cutting ceremony. Image credits: Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado

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Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder retweeted
India in San Francisco
@CGISFO
May 12
Consul General @srikar_koppula visited the University of Colorado Boulder @CUBoulder on May 11, 2026, for an engaging conversation with students, faculty, and university leadership on India-U.S. ties in education, research, and technology. The event brought together Chancellor Justin Schwartz @Chancellor_JS; Ann Schmiesing, Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives; Keith Molenaar, Dean, College of Engineering and Applied Science @KeithMolenaar; Vijay Khatri, Dean, Leeds School of Business; Peter Hamlington, Chair, Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical Engineering; and Debanjan Mukherjee, Assistant Professor, Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical Engineering, for a wide-ranging exchange on deepening the #India-U.S. academic partnership and the opportunities it holds for students, researchers, and institutions on both sides. @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @EduMinOfIndia
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It was an honor to host the Consul General of India at @CUBoulder. At CU Boulder, global engagement is central to our work and we hope to serve through education, research, and partnership. Thank you for visiting, @CGISFO!
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Sko Buffs!
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@CUBoulder
May 11
The @cubuffswlax dream season marches on after an 11-9 win over the Denver Pioneers. The win gives CU its first berth in the @NCAALAX Women's Lacrosse Tournament quarterfinals in program history! Join us for a send-off at 2:30 p.m. May 12: bit.ly/4nmCEEb #GoBuffs
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.@CUBoulder has a long history of preparing leaders for military service and that legacy was strengthened because of this year’s group of graduates from: 🎖️ NROTC 🎖️ Golden Buffalo Battalion ROTC 🎖️ @det105 Congratulations to the ROTC graduates and thank you for your service.
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Happy Birthday Ralphie! 🦬🎂 @CUBuffsRalphie VII (“Brandy”) is turning two! #DYK that Brandy is @cuboulder’s first Colorado-born Ralphie since 1987, born near Coalmont, Colorado?
Brandy (aka Ralphie VII) makes her run at Folsom Field. (Credit: Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)

ALT Brandy (aka Ralphie VII) makes her run at Folsom Field. (Credit: Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)

Brandy makes her first run with handlers at Folsom Field. (Credit: Colorado Athletics/University of Colorado)

ALT Brandy makes her first run with handlers at Folsom Field. (Credit: Colorado Athletics/University of Colorado)

Chancellor Schwartz (right) and Dr. LaFrazza (left) smile with Ralphie the Buffalo in her pen in between them. (Credit: University of Colorado)

ALT Chancellor Schwartz (right) and Dr. LaFrazza (left) smile with Ralphie the Buffalo in her pen in between them. (Credit: University of Colorado)
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Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder retweeted
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@CUBoulder
May 6
CU URGENT ALERT: Campus closed Wed., May 6 due to Winter Storm Warning. Heavy snow may cause falling branches & outages. In-person synchronous classes canceled; async classes continue. More: alerts.colorado.edu

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Congratulations to @CUBuffsWLax on winning the @Big12Conference Championship Title! We've had so much fun cheering for you this season! 💛🖤 Good luck on Friday as you play Jacksonville here at home. Sko Buffs! 🦬
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Time to celebrate! 🥳 All weekend, we honored @cuboulder’s various cultural and affinity groups. Congratulations to the Class of 2026, Sko Buffs!
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“Do not set limits on what you envision for yourself.” - Kristin Davis It was an honor to have and host @kristindavis as the @cuboulder commencement speaker. Thank you for joining us, Kristin!
Kristin Davis stands at a podium wearing black graduation regalia and a blue and gold hood. Credit: University of Colorado

ALT Kristin Davis stands at a podium wearing black graduation regalia and a blue and gold hood. Credit: University of Colorado

Kristin Davis and a #CUBoulder student pose for a friend as she takes their photo. Credit: University of Colorado

ALT Kristin Davis and a #CUBoulder student pose for a friend as she takes their photo. Credit: University of Colorado

Chancellor Justin Schwartz, Kristin Davis, and Dr. Gina LaFrazza smile at the camera. Credit: University of Colorado

ALT Chancellor Justin Schwartz, Kristin Davis, and Dr. Gina LaFrazza smile at the camera. Credit: University of Colorado
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