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Western Colorado University

Leadership

Pillars of Shared Governance

Western Colorado University follows the shared governance model, which comprises the Board of Trustees, the Senior Cabinet, the President’s Office, and faculty in decision-making and university strategy. The three branches of Western Colorado University’s leadership and community members guide the University’s Strategic Plan.

Brad Baca

President

Jessica Young

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Ian Higgins

Vice President for Finance and Administration / CFO

Leslie Taylor

Vice President, Marketing & Enrollment

Gary C. Pierson

Dean of Students

James C. Pribyl

Board Chair

Leadership Teams

Board of Trustees
Senior Cabinet
President's Office

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees sets policy and oversees the institution’s operations, with members including governor-appointed, faculty-appointed, and student-appointed representatives 

Senior Cabinet

The Senior Cabinet, made up of campus Vice Presidents, provides guidance to Western Colorado University‘s president. 

President's Office

President Brad Baca currently serves as the 15th president of Western Colorado University and is committed to the University’s success.