Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder

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

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

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.

[CU Boulder 🦬 @CUBoulder]

.@Chancellor_JS announced the appointment of Roqua Montez as vice chancellor for communications, marketing and social media. Welcome to the herd! https://t.co/my1bvKdhMT

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

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 ➡️ https://t.co/71rh5p3WOf

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

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.

[CU Boulder 🦬 @CUBoulder]

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 ↓
https://t.co/Lik51iLoIE

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

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.

[CO Dept of Higher Education @CoHigherEd]

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

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

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.

[India in San Francisco @CGISFO]

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

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

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!

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

Sko Buffs!

[CU Boulder 🦬 @CUBoulder]

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: https://t.co/f2PxwGi6tJ
#GoBuffs

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

.@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.

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

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?

[CU Boulder 🦬 @CUBoulder]

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: https://t.co/k9tJGF3c6K

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

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! 🦬

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

Time to celebrate! 🥳

All weekend, we honored @cuboulder’s various cultural and affinity groups.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026, Sko Buffs!

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

“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!

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

CONGRATS GRADUATES! 🎓🎉

Chancellor J has some final words of wisdom and wishes for the future as you graduate from @cuboulder and enter the world.

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

This year, we honored two extraordinary individuals with the Doctor of Humane Letters during the Regent Awards.

✨ Dr. William King, distinguished scholar, educator and leader
✨ Alice Mortenson, philanthropist and leader

Thank you for your service to the CU community!

[Dr. Justin Schwartz, Chancellor of CU Boulder @Chancellor_JS]

Congratulations to our military graduates!

To all our students who have served or continue to serve, we deeply appreciate your service to our nation and to this university. Congratulations on this hard-earned achievement.

[CU Boulder 🦬 @CUBoulder]

The Big Ideas initiative is underway! A campus working group is reviewing over 700 ideas to help shape our next era of impact. The next round of submissions will open this fall—what’s your big idea?
https://t.co/9XD5FjDv3k