Ilana's Priorities
We are in the fight of our lives to protect public education — from book bans, political interference, rising costs, and those trying to turn our classrooms into battlegrounds. Ilana Spiegel is leading that fight on the CU Board of Regents, and she’s just getting started.
CU must remain a university that:
- Serves all of Colorado, not just the well-connected
- Protects students and faculty from discrimination and harassment
- Delivers opportunity — not debt — to the next generation
Proven Leadership. Real Results.
As your elected Regent for Colorado’s 6th Congressional District, Ilana Spiegel has delivered:
- Capped tuition growth and expanded scholarship access
- Invested in student mental health, wellness, and campus safety
- Held the administration accountable on transparency and spending
- Fought political interference from MAGA extremists and upheld academic freedom
- Backed faculty and frontline staff, ensuring CU remains a place to teach and thrive
- Launched equity-driven initiatives for first-gen, rural, Black, Latino, and Indigenous students
Ilana doesn’t back down. She doesn’t play politics. She fights for what’s right — and gets things done.
Our Shared Vision for CU’s Future
Together, we’ve made real progress. But the work’s not done. Here’s what’s next:
Make College Work for Students and Families
- Strengthen financial aid and reduce student debt
- Cap in-state tuition growth
- Make CU a national model for affordability and access
Innovate and Elevate
- Expand career readiness programs and real-world job pipelines
- Partner with industry and community colleges to widen opportunity
- Invest in cutting-edge research, climate innovation, and entrepreneurship
Protect Academic Freedom and Safety
- Defend against political censorship and partisan overreach
- Increase resources for mental health, safety, and wellness
- Make CU a safe, inclusive campus for everyone — regardless of identity or background
Support Faculty and Staff
- Ensure fair wages, stable contracts, and respect in the workplace
- Provide tools for high-impact teaching and student support
- Promote diverse hiring and advancement at all levels
The Stakes Are Higher Than Ever
When the Trump administration tried to roll back civil rights protections, Ilana spoke out. When extremists tried to bring the culture wars into Colorado’s classrooms, she stood firm. Ilana believes higher education should be a ladder — not a weapon.
This isn’t about left vs. right. It’s about truth vs. lies, students vs. special interests, and whether CU will remain a place that serves the public good.
Ilana Spiegel is committed to building a university that works for everyone — not just the privileged few.
Let’s keep CU strong, fair, and free. Let’s keep Ilana in the fight.
Why This Race Matters
The CU Board of Regents controls a $6 billion budget, sets tuition rates, and helps shape higher ed policy for the entire state.
MAGA extremists want to politicize it. Ilana Spiegel is fighting to protect it — for the students, the truth, and the future of public education in Colorado.