Jonathan Levin’s path to the presidency
Jonathan Levin was inaugurated as Stanford's 13th president on Sept. 27, 2024, after serving eight years as dean of the Graduate School of Business. Levin's path to the presidency was shaped by his academic experiences at Stanford and his love for the outdoors.
Jonathan Levin was inaugurated as Stanford's 13th president on Sept. 27, 2024. He previously served as dean of the Graduate School of Business for eight years. Levin's academic journey began at Stanford in 1990, where he developed a love for intellectual exploration and the outdoors. As an undergraduate, he lived in Trancos, an Outdoor House dormitory. Levin's father, Rick Levin, was the 22nd president of Yale, and his experience growing up in an academically focused family influenced his career path. Levin has navigated debates over academic freedom and student engagement during his presidency.
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