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George Hanks “Hank” Brown served as the 21st president of the �Թ��� of Colorado from 2005 to 2008, leading the institution through a turbulent period and helping restore stability and public trust. A Denver native and former CU Boulder student body president, he focused on improving communication and rebuilding donor confidence, resulting in record fundraising success.

Before his university leadership, Brown had a distinguished career in public service, including roles as a U.S. Senator from Colorado, U.S. Representative, and Colorado state senator. He also served as president of the �Թ��� of Northern Colorado and as president and CEO of the Daniels Fund. Earlier in his career, he was a decorated U.S. Navy aviator and forward air controller during the Vietnam War.

Brown earned his B.A. from the �Թ��� of Colorado Boulder, his J.D. from the �Թ��� of Colorado Law School, and an LL.M. from George Washington �Թ���. After his CU presidency, he continued to support the university as the Newton Endowed Chair in Leadership, teaching and mentoring students. He remains active in public service and nonprofit leadership.