CU’s budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year came into sharper focus Friday with the Board of Regents voting to approve the administration’s recommendations on tuition, student fees, and faculty and staff compensation. The figures will be used to determine CU’s annual budget, which the board will vote on in June.
Putting together a winning team requires drafting the right players, and CU’s annual Open Enrollment is more likely to be a success if you start scouting now. This year’s Open Enrollment runs April 21-May 9, and all benefits-eligible employees will have the opportunity to change their health plan enrollments, modify optional insurance policies and add or remove dependents. Before you take the field, take the time to verify vital information and to compare your current health plan and insurance enrollments to ensure you lock down your MVPs (Most Valuable Plans).
The Office of Academic Affairs and the Open CU Committee recently honored five outstanding individuals with the 2025 OER Champion Awards, recognizing their commitment to creating and using open educational resources (OER) to improve student learning and reduce costs. Each honoree received a $1,200 award and was recognized by President Todd Saliman at the awards presentation March 17 at 1800 Grant St. This year also marked a significant milestone with the introduction of a Student OER Champion Award, highlighting the role students play in advancing open education.
