University of Colorado Denver
Valerie Simons has over 20 years of work experience in various legal roles. Valerie is currently serving as the Chief Compliance Officer at the University of Colorado since November 2021. Prior to this, they worked at the University of Colorado Boulder as the Associate Vice Chancellor and Title IX Coordinator from July 2014 to March 2022. Before joining the university, Valerie was the Owner and Managing Member of Education Law Group of Colorado, LLC from November 2011 to June 2014. Valerie also worked as a Partner at Choquette & Simons LLP from August 2007 to October 2011. Valerie started their legal career as an Associate at Holland & Hart LLP from July 2003 to January 2006. Valerie gained experience as a Law Clerk for Chief Justice Michael Bender at the Colorado Supreme Court from 2002 to 2003. Prior to that, Valerie worked as a Trial Attorney at the U.S. Department of Justice from September 1998 to July 2002.
Valerie Simons has a Bachelor's degree in Political Economy from the University of California, Berkeley. Valerie also holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from Georgetown University Law Center.
University of Colorado Denver
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Situated in gorgeous downtown Denver, the University of Colorado, Denver campus offers its students access to a bustling city life filled with career and cultural opportunities, and an education that will prepare them to thrive in it. Offering traditional classes as well as total online courses through CU Online, the university has over 60 bachelor's degree options. Students can pursue degrees in a variety of options, like Art History, Environmental Sciences or Public Health. Master's, doctoral, certificate, health, and pre-collegiate options are also available. Admissions to the University of Colorado, Denver, are based upon multiple factors, including high school performance rates, the admission index calculated by GPA and ACT/SAT scores, and an optional personal letter of request. Eligible students generally have an index of 93 or higher and have completed all HEAR requirements, and show no more than two MAPS unit deficiencies. Tuition rates are discounted for in-state students. For financial assistance, students should begin by filling out the FAFSA. The university also offers scholarships based on need and merit, and students interested in applying for these should check out the University Scholarship Guide on the university website. Student life at the university is bound to have something for everyone. Denver is known for its vibrant atmosphere, opportunities and night life, and CU Denver is located just blocks away from the downtown. And, with over 100 student organizations, including honor societies, professional organizations and religious-based groups, there is plenty to do on campus as well.