A Groundbreaking Appointment

Yale University Appoints Maurie McInnis as 24th President

A Groundbreaking Appointment

Yale University has appointed Maurie McInnis '96 PhD as its 24th president.

In a historic move, Yale University has named Dr. Maurie McInnis as its new president. Currently serving as the president of Stony Brook University, McInnis will assume her role at Yale in July.

McInnis, a distinguished higher education leader and cultural historian, has a deep connection to Yale. She has been a member of the university's Board of Trustees since 2022, and she earned her doctorate in American Studies from Yale in 1996.

With McInnis at the helm, Yale is poised to embark on a new chapter in its long and illustrious history. Her commitment to excellence, innovation, and inclusivity will undoubtedly guide Yale into a brighter future.