Office of the President
Welcome to the Office of the President at the University of Northern Colorado.
As the university’s chief executive officer, the president is committed to advancing UNC’s mission of academic excellence, student success, and community engagement. This office leads the university’s strategic vision, fosters collaboration across campus and beyond, and ensures that UNC remains a place where students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We invite you to explore this page to learn more about the president’s priorities, initiatives, and ongoing efforts to shape the future of our institution.
About President Feinstein
Dr. Andrew ‘Andy’ Feinstein
Andy has served as the 13th president of the University of Northern Colorado since 2018, leading the university’s transformation into a center for educational innovation, economic growth, and community engagement in Colorado. Under his leadership, UNC eliminated a longstanding structural deficit, stabilized enrollment, and advanced student success through initiatives such as the creation of faculty- and staff-led college advising centers, the development of technology and business process solutions that provide customized support to students, the UNC Tuition Promise, and the Colorado First-Year Admission Guarantee. These efforts, along with the support of UNC’s dedicated faculty and staff, have resulted in record student retention and persistence rates, further bolstered by the institution’s recent recognition as a Hispanic Serving Institution and its elevation to Carnegie’s Research 2 Classification.
Andy’s strategic vision has significantly advanced Colorado’s healthcare landscape by championing the establishment of the state’s first public osteopathic medical college, the UNC College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNC COM), planned to open Fall of 2026. Beyond UNC, he has coordinated efforts among the presidents and chancellors of Colorado’s public colleges and universities, helping to ensure that institutions advocate for the needs of higher education with a unified voice.
Andy is actively engaged in the Greeley community, serving as chair of the Greeley Downtown Development Authority and the executive committee of the Greeley Chamber of Commerce. His collaboration with local stakeholders is supporting a transformative downtown redevelopment initiative. He is also a national leader, including serving on the executive board of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities.
Before joining UNC, Andy held distinguished leadership roles at San Jose State University, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Hotel Administration from UNLV and a Ph.D. from Pennsylvania State University’s School of Hospitality Management.
Invite President Feinstein to your event
University of Northern Colorado President Andy Feinstein greatly appreciates invitations to engage with members of the university community, communities across Colorado, and organizations through participation in meetings and special events. To submit an invitation for consideration, please complete the Request Form below.
Strategic Plan
A Students First University The 10-year strategic plan, Rowing, Not Drifting 2030, was developed following an extensive, collaborative process with university stakeholders. Rowing, Not Drifting 2030 brings to life our vision for the university and takes shape in the form of our vision statement, five vision elements, and 2030 outcomes that serve as the foundation in support of and in service to UNC students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community. It guides the work of our five phases over the next decade, as well as the implementation of our supporting key actions and tactics.
Federal Actions Updates and Resources
UNC's leadership team is closely monitoring all actions at the federal and state levels that may impact the members of our university community.
Advocacy Events
UNC is proud to partner with Aims Community College, the City of Greeley, Greeley Area Chamber of Commerce, and Greeley-Evans School District 6 to host a series of advocacy and policy events each year.
