Presidential Message | Statement of Violent Protest Today at the US Capitol [January 6, 2021] Dear RVU Family, Today’s tragic events at the US Capitol have triggered emotions of shock and uncertainty for many of us. As a military physician, I had the honor to serve in the Office of the Attending Physician to Congress for one year within the Capitol, caring for Supreme Court Justices and members of Congress. Every day I walked those hallowed halls recounting the history, the trials, and the sacrifices made to preserve freedom and democracy for the entire world.  As I shared these thoughts […]

Presidential Message | Continued Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Dear RVU Family, On this Election Day, I wanted to take a moment and ask that we all reflect on what has been an especially trying and challenging year. No matter the outcome of the election, one thing is for certain – the contentious battle for the White House amidst a pandemic has resulted in feelings of isolation and uncertainty for many. Emotions are running high and hope and trust are fleeting.  Please know that as members of the RVU Family, you are cared for and supported. Feelings you may […]

Presidential Message | Welcome David Forstein, DO, Provost Dear RVU Family, Today we welcome David Forstein, DO as the first Provost for Rocky Vista University.  After an extended and comprehensive search, we are very fortunate to add Dr. Forstein’s talent, experience and embracing personality to the RVU Strong Team.  His office will be in the newly established Presidential/University Suite, formally the Dean’s Suite on the Colorado Campus.  The COM leadership will now reside in the previously occupied President’s Suite. The Provost’s areas of responsibility predominantly reside within academic excellence of the University.  Therefore, the following individuals and their respective departments will report to him: Vice President of Enrollment Management Dean of […]

Presidential Message | Dean Search Update [October 8, 2020] Dear RVU Family,   In coordination with our newly selected Provost, David Forstein, DO, who assumes his role on November 2, we have again engaged the search firm, Spencer Stuart to conduct a national search for the next Dean of the College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dean Told will continue in the role of Dean until December 31st, 2020. Thereafter, should we experience a significant time lag in filling the position, Dr. Forstein will either act as Interim Dean to increase his awareness and insight of the COM’s operations or appoint an […]