Support Equitable Student Success and Sustainability at CU Boulder

Chancellor Schwartz’s first year at CU Boulder has seen progress in sustainability and student support, but students continue to face major obstacles. High housing costs, mental health challenges, and uncertainty for international students threaten the university’s mission of inclusive excellence. The university’s commitment to net zero emissions by 2050 is a positive step, but more immediate action is needed to make CU Boulder accessible and sustainable for all.

We urge the administration to:

• Expand affordable on-campus housing and address the rising cost of living in Boulder.
• Increase investment in mental health and wellness resources, with a focus on marginalized and first-generation students.
• Protect and support international students, including legal and financial assistance amid federal policy changes.
• Accelerate the transition to clean energy and integrate climate justice into the curriculum.
• Ensure that the majority of university resources are directed to direct student support, research, and community service, not administrative overhead.

CU Boulder must lead by example and make real its promise that every admitted student can graduate, regardless of background or circumstance. Join us in demanding urgent action for a more just, sustainable, and supportive CU Boulder.