After a decade of exceptional leadership at UC San Diego, Margaret Leinen will step down from her role as Vice Chancellor for Marine Sciences, Dean of the School of Marine Sciences and Director of Scripps Institution of Oceanography, effective June 30, 2025.
“Margaret Leinen's leadership has transformed Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the School of Marine Sciences, elevating UC San Diego's reputation as a global leader in research and education,” said Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla. “In particular, her unwavering commitment to understanding and addressing the climate crisis through interdisciplinary research has empowered a new generation of climate leaders who will carry the torch forward. She will be deeply missed, but her legacy will have a lasting impact on our university and the world at large.”
Learn more about her significant achievements while serving as the first female director of Scripps Oceanography.