Davidson’s Desk
Our state’s future depends on higher education.
President Janine A. Davidson
Janine Davidson, Ph.D., has served as president of Metropolitan State University of Denver since 2017. She is a national thought leader in higher education and on topics such as public service, U.S. foreign policy and national security.
As president of Colorado’s third-largest public university, Davidson is a fierce advocate for MSU Denver’s 17,000 students. From her first days on campus, she has championed the role public universities play in “holding the line on the American dream.” She has staunchly advocated for legal status for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients and supported MSU Denver’s undocumented students, underrepresented students, and military and veteran students.
About the President
About the President
Strategic Plan 2030
Strategic Plan 2030
Budget Information
Budget Information
News and Updates
MSU Denver celebrates gains in enrollment and retention
In a welcome letter to Roadrunners, President Davidson cheers efforts to recover, stabilize and launch into 2024.
MSU Denver welcomes three new Trustees
The Metropolitan State University of Denver Board of Trustees welcomes three new members this semester.
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Presidential Events and Meetings
President Davidson hosts a myriad of events and meetings that are hosted over the course of each academic year.
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To celebrate the invaluable contributions of faculty, staff, and student employees, help us recognize outstanding Roadrunners that highlight amazing work happening across the University.
The Roadrunner Exchange Podcast
President Davidson and Dr. Samuel Jay discuss issues impacting faculty, students and staff at the University and the decision making that goes into leading within higher education.
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