°µÍø½ûÇø Provost Russell L. Moore today named Deborah J. Coffin as CU-Boulder vice chancellor for student affairs effective Jan. 1, 2012. Coffin has served in the post in an interim capacity since July 2011.
"Deb Coffin's experience, attitude and acumen made her a natural for the post of vice chancellor for student affairs," said Moore. "She will continue the important work of uniting, engaging and inspiring our students while reaching out to all elements of the campus and Boulder communities."
After a CU systemwide search, the 10-member search committee unanimously recommended Coffin as the sole finalist based on her record of high achievement in the position thus far and the importance of continuing this work.
"I am grateful for this marvelous opportunity to serve our students and the CU-Boulder community," said Coffin. "I am honored to work with committed leaders such as Provost Moore and Chancellor DiStefano, with our wonderful students, the incredible staff of the Student Affairs division, and the entire campus community. Together, we will continue to accomplish great things for the CU-Boulder community."
Prior to her service as interim vice chancellor for student affairs, Coffin served as associate vice chancellor for student affairs and dean of students from 2008-11, assistant vice chancellor for student affairs and executive director of Housing and Dining Services from 2006-08 and executive director of Housing and Dining Services from 2001-2006.
Coffin also served in various housing leadership capacities at the University of Northern Colorado (1982-95; 1998-2001) and the University of Wyoming (1995-98).
She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in community health education (1977), a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology education (1985) and a Master of Arts in human communication theory from the University of Northern Colorado.
She also served as a United States Peace Corps volunteer (1977-78) in the Philippines.
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