Illustrious Alumni Awards
Representing one of the highest honors for our alumni, this prestigious award celebrates distinguished alumni who have reached extraordinary heights, shaping a brighter future as they strengthen Triton pride around the world.
Recognizing extraordinary alumni
This spring, campus leadership invites you to celebrations in the Bay Area and New York as we recognize our 2026 Illustrious Alumni Award honorees — an inspiring group of extraordinary visionaries whose significant achievements reflect the pride and excellence of the Triton community. Join us in honoring their accomplishments, as we share in the enduring curiosity and discovery that define UC San Diego.
Gather with fellow graduates and friends for an unforgettable evening of celebration. Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails will be served. Business attire is suggested.
Celebrate the honorees
Bay Area Details
Thursday, April 16, 2026
The Hibernia
1 Jones Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
Meet the honorees
Janice Durbin Chaffin ’78
Political Science | Revelle College
Board Chair, PTC; Board Member, Synopsys
Ann Lee-Karlon, MS ’93, PhD ’96
Bioengineering | Jacobs School of Engineering
President and CEO, EpiBiologics
Gregory M. Papadopoulos ’79
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering | Revelle College
Venture Partner, New Enterprise Associates
Ann Crady Weiss ’93
Psychology | Muir College
Co-Founder and CEO, Hatch
New York Details
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Tribeca 360°
10 Desbrosses Street, New York, NY 10013
Meet the honorees
Sian Leah Beilock ’97
Cognitive Science | Marshall College
President, Dartmouth
Aryeh B. Bourkoff ’95
Economics | Muir College
Founder and CEO, LionTree
Robert S. Koenigsberger ’87
History and Political Science | Muir College
Founder, Managing Partner and CIO, Gramercy Funds Management
David M. Marchick ’88
History | Muir College
Dean, Kogod School of Business at American University
We hope that you will join us in upholding and promoting our Principles of Community in all UC San Diego events and keeping our community free from any and all forms of discrimination and harassment.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. If you need further assistance, please contact us at alumni@ucsd.edu 48 hours prior to the date of the event.