UCCS improved to second among large organizations as one of the best places to work in El Paso County in The Gazette’s annual workplace rankings. The university accepted the honor during the Best Workplaces Award Event Dec. 5.

“I share this honor with the faculty and staff who make UCCS a great place to work every day,” said Chancellor Venkat Reddy. “To be recognized with the other great organizations in Colorado Springs is humbling. It is a sign of our commitment to creating a culture of respect and excellence among our faculty, staff and students.”

UCCS was recognized as the second-best workplace for organizations and business with more than 299 employees. The university improved one spot from the 2017 awards. The Gazette will publish its annual Best Workplaces supplement in the Dec. 9 edition. UCCS was named a “Great College to Work For” by The Chronicle of Higher Education in...