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Pillars of Shared Governance

Western Colorado University follows the model of shared governance, which includes the Board of Trustees, administration and faculty in decision-making and university strategy. The three branches of Western Colorado University’s leadership, along with community members, guide the University’s Strategic Plan.

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Brad Baca

President

Brad Baca is the 15th President of Western Colorado University. He joined Western in 2002 as Vice President for Finance and Administration. In 2013-14 he […]

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Patrick Magee

Faculty Senate Chair, Associate Professor of Wildlife & Conservation Biology

How did you discover Western? I am a Colorado native and knew about the college for many years. I learned about a job opportunity at […]

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James C. Pribyl

James C. Pribyl

Board Chair

Re-Appointed January 2023 • Term expires December 2026

James C Pribyl provides public policy management services specializing in natural resource and communications issues. During his 35 years in the telecommunications industry, Pribyl served […]

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