New Associate University Counsel for UCCS

Watson

A former assistant counsel and privacy officer for the University of Colorado system will serve as associate university counsel for the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs.

Jennifer Watson began at UCCS May 1. She replaces Rosemary Augustine, who will remain at UCCS in a part-time position as sexual harassment and discrimination officer.

Watson previously served as a legal research associate for UC Denver and as assistant counsel and privacy officer for the CU system. As assistant counsel, Watson advised the CU Board of Regents, the Office of the President and various departments on issues such as human subject research and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and other federal laws.

Before coming to CU, Watson served as a legal advocate for the Urban Justice Center in New York City.