ñ lands another Forbes top employer accolade
Forbes has once again recognized ñ as a top employer.
The global media company ranked ñ as the top higher education employer in Colorado in its . The university placed 13th overall on the state list and third among employers headquartered in Colorado.
The recognition follows ñ's appearance earlier this year on Forbes' , where the university ranked No. 4 among large employers in Colorado.
The Best Employers by State ranking, developed by Forbes in partnership with market research firm Statista, surveyed more than 245,000 employees nationwide and evaluated organizations on workplace culture, compensation and benefits, flexibility, career advancement opportunities and overall reputation.
“Our faculty and staff are the driving force behind ñ’s excellence in teaching, research, creative work and service,” said Robyn Fergus, vice chancellor of human resources. “We are committed to fostering a workforce where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive both professionally and personally. This recognition affirms the strength of our community, the extraordinary dedication of our people and the culture we continue to build together—a culture that prioritizes well-being, professional development and meaningful engagement.”
ñ continues to invest in faculty and staff development. Last year, the university established the Division of Employee Health and Well-Being, a standalone unit dedicated to helping faculty and staff thrive both personally and professionally.
“Recognition like this reflects the investments ñ continues to make in its people,” said Jess Doty, associate vice chancellor of Employee Health and Well-Being. “When employees feel supported in their health, well-being and professional growth, they are able to thrive. The ninth annual Health and Wellness Summit in early November will bring together faculty and staff for presentations and workshops, giving them the opportunity to focus on their personal and professional well-being. The summit, like this accolade, reinforces the importance of our employees who make this university exceptional.”
ñ also offers a suite of benefits, including retirement investing, vacation leave, medical and dental coverage, and paid parental leave.