We are pleased to announce the reappointment of Lakshmi Chilukuri as Provost of Sixth College following a positive administrative review and an enthusiastic recommendation of reappointment by the review committee.
In addition to her provost role, Provost Chilukuri holds a faculty appointment in the Molecular Biology Department. The review committee noted that her “various initiatives and programs have created a sense of collective purpose and high morale for the College and have been well-received by students, staff, faculty, and administrators.”
The committee also praised Provost Chilukuri 's achievement of organizational improvement goals and her ability to foster interdisciplinary connections. Additionally, Provost Chilukuri made significant contributions to the quality of undergraduate education at Sixth College, including the development of a unique honors program and enhancing the Culture, Art, and Technology (CAT) program.
Please join us in recognizing Provost Chilukuri’s many accomplishments and continued service to UC San Diego. We look forward to her collaborative leadership and commitment to both Sixth College and the greater UC San Diego community.