February 16, 2024

University of Colorado leadership statements on shooting at University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Statement from CU President Todd Saliman:

As you have likely heard, police are conducting a homicide investigation at CU’s Colorado Springs campus, UCCS. I am deeply saddened by this incident, which is a tragedy for the CU community in general and UCCS in particular. The Colorado Springs Police Department is reporting that they believe this is an isolated incident and that there is no longer a safety threat on campus. CSPD will release additional details as available. We will all keep the family and friends of those affected and the entire UCCS community in our hearts.

The campus is closed today due to the incident. Chancellor Sobanet provided this communication to the UCCS community, and the campus issued this statement. The campus is actively working to support the well-being of students, faculty and staff.

In times like this, the connectedness of the entire CU community is a source of strength for us all.

Statement from the CU Board of Regents:

We were saddened to learn about this morning’s tragedy at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs campus, which authorities are currently investigating. As we are learning from communications being sent by law enforcement authorities and campus leadership, it appears this was an isolated incident. Words cannot express the sympathy we have for all those impacted by this senseless act of violence. We are grateful to law enforcement and UCCS personnel for their quick response and ongoing work to ensure the well-being of the campus community. 

As we learn more about this incident, the CU Board of Regents will continue to support the entire UCCS community.

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