STATE BOARD FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGES AND OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION
Shared Governance

BP 2-50

APPROVED: February 14, 2024
EFFECTIVE: February 14, 2024

REFERENCE(S): C.R.S. § 23-60-202; Higher Learning Commission Criterion 5.A.1; Board Policy 2-30, State Faculty Advisory Council and Faculty Shared Governance; Board Policy 4-25, State Student Advisory Council

APPROVED:

/ Landon Mascareñaz /
Landon Mascareñaz, Chair

Policy Statement

The State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education (SBCCOE or Board) values shared governance as a joint responsibility between the Board, Chancellor, College Presidents, faculty, instructors, System and College staff, and students. Shared governance is a fundamental framework for decision-making that fosters collaboration and inclusivity among various internal stakeholders and recognizes the expertise of each internal stakeholder group within the Colorado Community College System.

Scope

This Policy applies to the Colorado Community College System, including its Colleges (CCCS or System).

Procedure

The Chancellor shall promulgate such procedures as may be needed to implement this policy.