Colorado leaders react to Saliman appointment
Leaders across the state of Colorado reacted to the appointment Tuesday of Todd Saliman as CU’s interim president. Some comments:
Hank Brown, former CU President (2005-08), U.S. senator and congressman: “Todd Saliman is exceptionally well qualified to serve as the University of Colorado’s interim president. He has a deep understanding of the university, its constituents, the state and the Legislature. He will provide a steady hand during an important time as CU returns to on-campus teaching and learning in the fall.”
Joe Neguse, U.S. Congressman, former CU Regent: “Congratulations to my good friend and former colleague, Todd Saliman, on his appointment to serve as the interim President of the University of Colorado. As a former CU regent, I have seen the hard work and expertise it takes to lead this university, and having worked with Todd for many years, I know he has the leadership and experience it takes to guide us through this transition.”
Bruce Benson, former CU President (2008-19): “The University of Colorado is fortunate to have Todd Saliman fill this important position. He has great experience as CU’s CFO, as a legislator and as someone who has a deep understanding of the university’s operations. He also knows the state. So much of the president’s job is dealing with those things, so Todd will do a great job. I will support him in any way I can.”
Tony Frank, Colorado State University System Chancellor: “I’ve worked closely with Todd around budgets, strategy and issues impacting higher education for many years. He’s a person of great integrity and common sense, and he cares deeply about this state and about the University of Colorado. He’ll do a great job as the interim president, and all of us at the CSU System look forward to the collaboration.”
Mark Kennedy, CU President: “Todd Saliman and I have worked together to a great extent and he has been an integral part of CU’s success in recent years. Todd has a wide variety of skills and relationships that will help him be successful in the position. I will work closely with him to ensure a smooth transition.”
Chris Holbert, Colorado Senate Minority Leader, Parker: “The Board of Regents made an excellent choice in appointing Todd Saliman as interim president. His commitment to public service in Colorado, his deep understanding of state budget and the importance of investment into higher education will serve the institution well in this role.”
Julie McCluskie, Colorado Representative, vice chair of the Joint Budget Committee: “I have had the opportunity to work with Todd Saliman in my role on the Joint Budget Committee and am very excited to learn of the announcement. Todd has been a critical leader for the CU system on higher education funding and policy. He works collaboratively with the diverse members of our higher education ecosystem always with student success in mind. I look forward to continuing my work with Todd and CU.”
Matt Soper, Colorado House of Representatives, Delta: “Todd will be an excellent interim president as he loves CU, wants student success and is about getting work done, not fame or glory.”
Leslie Herod, Colorado Representative and member of the Joint Budget Committee: “As a former CU student leader and now member of the Joint Budget Committee, I’m very pleased to see fellow alumni and friend Todd Saliman stepping into this role. We have worked together on doing great things in the past and I look forward to continuing those efforts with CU.”