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Christine Gomez
Staff Executive to the Vice President Student Affairs
970-339-6447

Student Affairs

Student Affairs supports you through every step of your college journey. From the moment you apply to the day you graduate—and everything in between—you’ll find the people, programs and services that help you succeed in and out of the classroom. Whether you’re looking for academic support, personal guidance or ways to get involved on campus, Student Affairs is here to connect you with resources that meet your needs and celebrate who you are and who you're becoming.

What We Do: Five Areas of Support

The Division of Student Affairs is made up of five key departments, each focused on helping you thrive in college.

1. Enrollment Management

This team guides you through college processes so you can focus on your goals and studies with services including:

2. Dean of Students

Get involved and feel connected. The teams that serve this department support your personal growth and leadership through:

3. Student Accessibility and Well-Being

We support the whole student, with services to help you navigate life’s challenges and care for your mental and emotional well-being:

4. Student Success

Stay on track and reach your academic goals. This area ensures you have a smooth transition to college and have the support you need to succeed at every step of your journey:

5. All-in Programs and Services

Focused support for historically underserved populations, including:

  • Access and Opportunity Programs
  • TRiO Student Support Services (Classic and STEM)
  • First-generation college students
  • Hispanic/Latino students
  • Low-income students
  • Additional underrepresented student groups

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Leadership Team

If you have questions or need help finding the right support, we're here to help.

  • Larry Pakowski Headshot

    Larry Pakowski

    Vice President, Student Engagement, Inclusion, & Success
    970-339-6309
  • Dana Kohler

    Dana Kohler

    Executive Director, Enrollment Management
    970-339-6403
  • Shannon McCasland Headshot

    Shannon McCasland

    Dean of Students
    970-339-6563
  • Erica Jones Headshot

    Erica Jones

    Executive Director, Student Accessibility & Well-Being
    970-339-6327
  • Headshot of Rachel Veretto

    Rachel Veretto

    Executive Director Student Success
    970-339-6641
    Read Rachel Veretto's Bio
  • Bernadette Cordova headshot

    Bernadette Cordova

    Director, All-In Programs and Services
    970-339-6315
  • Christine Gomez

    Christine Gomez

    Staff Executive to the Vice President Student Affairs
    970-339-6447