Christianne Magee, Ph.D

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Role: Associate Professor of Biomedical Sciences, CSU Fort Collins

How are you connected to CSU Spur?

I work on sourcing and developing content for veterinary cases.

When did you get involved with Spur and why is it important to you?

I produce CSU’s VR animal anatomy program that is used for outreach at the K-12 level, as well as teaching in our undergraduate, graduate, and DVM programs. Integrating the VR content into the cases was a natural fit for me, and as a veterinarian who teaches anatomy and physiology using a case-based approach, the cases for Spur have been an opportunity to integrate my veterinary knowledge with teaching and outreach experiences

What outcomes have you seen or do you expect from work at Spur?

Engagement, education, and empowerment are my three main goals for my role in Spur as well as my students. As humans we are the primary caregivers for our families, our pets, and our planet even if that’s not our primary job. When we are engaged, we are learning the “why” as well as the “what” and we are empowered to use that knowledge as agents of change. To me, being empowered is not just the capacity to deal with something on my own, but also knowing when I need help and when a team approach or an expert is needed to help resolve a situation. I know that Spur will become a place for engagement, education, and empowerment so that we can more effectively care for our families, our pets, and our planet.

What would you like others to know about Spur?

As much as we would love for everyone to come to Spur, we recognize that this may not be possible for everyone. Many of the learning resources at Spur are being developed so that they can be brought to schools or programs and create that same engagement, education, and empowerment at a local level.

JOCELYN HITTLE

Associate Vice Chancellor for CSU Spur & Special Projects, CSU System

Jocelyn Hittle is primarily focused on helping to create the CSU System’s new Spur campus at the National Western Center, and on supporting campus sustainability goals across CSU’s campuses. She sits on the Denver Mayor’s Sustainability Advisory Council, on the Advisory Committee for the Coors Western Art Show, and is a technical advisor for the AASHE STARS program.

Prior to joining CSU, Jocelyn was the Associate Director of PlaceMatters, a national urban planning think tank, and worked for the Orton Family Foundation. She has a degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Princeton, and a Masters in Environmental Management from the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies.

Jocelyn grew up in Colorado and spends her free time in the mountains or exploring Denver.

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TONY FRANK

Chancellor, CSU System

Dr. Tony Frank is the Chancellor of the CSU System. He previously served for 11 years as the 14th president of CSU in Fort Collins. Dr. Frank earned his undergraduate degree in biology from Wartburg College, followed by a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Illinois, and a Ph.D. and residencies in pathology and toxicology at Purdue. Prior to his appointment as CSU’s president in 2008, he served as the University’s provost and executive vice president, vice president for research, chairman of the Pathology Department, and Associate Dean for Research in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. He was appointed to a dual role as Chancellor in 2015 and became full-time System chancellor in July 2019.

Dr. Frank serves on a number of state and national boards, has authored and co-authored numerous scientific publications, and has been honored with state and national awards for his leadership in higher education.

Dr. Frank and his wife, Dr. Patti Helper, have three daughters.

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