Polis tweet on CU president
As the University of Colorado moves forward in its selection process for a new President, it’s very important that they find a candidate that unites the board. It’s never good for a candidate or the institution if the board is split on a decision of this magnitude. #copolitics
— Jared Polis (@GovofCO) April 18, 2019
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Paula Noonan
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alex-edwards
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Marissa Ventrelli
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Marissa Ventrelli
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