Welcome New Faculty!

As the faculty member who leads Faculty Affairs at Colorado State University, I am delighted to welcome you as our newest faculty colleagues. Your decision to join CSU marks the beginning of an exciting partnership, and we are honored that you have chosen to bring your talents, expertise, and aspirations to our university.

As faculty, you are at the heart of our land-grant mission. Through your teaching, scholarship, creative activity, outreach, and service, you will help shape the lives of our students, advance knowledge, and address the complex challenges facing our communities, our nation, and our world. The perspectives and experiences you bring enrich our academic community and strengthen our collective ability to foster discovery, innovation, and learning.

CSU is a community that values excellence, collaboration, integrity, and belonging. The Provost’s Office and Faculty Affairs is committed to supporting your success at every stage of your career through mentorship, professional development, resources for teaching and research, and opportunities to connect with colleagues across disciplines. We encourage you to engage fully with the vibrant intellectual life of our campus and to build relationships that will sustain and inspire your work.

Thank you for joining the CSU Ramily! We are thrilled to welcome you and wish you every success as you embark on your journey here.

Melinda (Mendy) D. Smith
Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs
University Distinguished Professor