We are pleased to announce the reappointment of Dean Kit Pogliano as the dean of the School of Biological Sciences, effective July 1, 2024, following a positive administrative review of her performance and recommendation of reappointment by the review committee.
We thank the Dean of Biological Sciences Review Committee and its chair, Professor Jack Gilbert, for conducting a comprehensive review. The committee noted that Dean Pogliano is a “steady leader with a clear vision, problem solving acumen, and unwavering commitment to the students and faculty in Biological Sciences.” The committee also praised the dean’s resilience and adaptability during the COVID-19 pandemic, the ESR financial system rollout and the UC-UAW contract negotiations. She was also recognized for significant achievements in the areas of equity, diversity and inclusion, faculty recruitment and school leadership.
Please join us in recognizing Dean Pogliano for her numerous accomplishments and continued service. We look forward to her continued leadership guiding the School of Biological Sciences at UC San Diego.
