"Stanford Alum Jonathan Levin Named University President"
Jonathan Levin, a Stanford alum and dean of the Stanford Graduate School of Business, has been appointed as the 13th president of Stanford University, effective August 1, 2024. He is praised for his academic and leadership success, analytical prowess, and collaborative working style. Levin, a distinguished economist, has been a member of the Stanford faculty since 2000 and has a track record of academic excellence and public service. His appointment follows a comprehensive seven-month search process conducted by the Presidential Search Committee, which highlighted his impressive academic credentials, leadership as dean, and personal qualities.