2026

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

Biocon Founder and Executive Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw to Receive Honorary Degree from KGI

February 25, 2026

As part of Keck Graduate Institute’s 24th commencement ceremony in May 2026, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw will receive an honorary Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Life Sciences degree in recognition of her illustrious career and passion for expanding access and affordability to healthcare globally. Read more

KGI building

KGI to Host NIIMBL eXperience for Educators Program to Strengthen Biopharma Career Pathways

February 24, 2026

Keck Graduate Institute has received a grant to host a NIIMBL eXperience for Educators Program this summer designed to immerse STEM educators in the biopharmaceutical industry. Read more

Nicole Bournias-Vardiabasis (center) with CSUSB students

KGI and CSUSB Strengthen Biotech Pathways Through CIRM Bridges Partnership

February 19, 2026

Expanding access to careers in fields like bioprocessing can require bridging a gap in understanding what opportunities are available. Read more

Marisa Co

KGI Board of Trustees Welcomes New Member

February 5, 2026

Keck Graduate Institute welcomed Marisa Co as its newest Board of Trustees member at the February 2026 meeting on Thursday. Read more

KGI President Mohamed at Liwa University

KGI Establishes First International Pathway Program with Liwa University

January 21, 2026

As part of an international trip to the Middle East and India in late November, President Mohamed Abousalem signed three institutional agreements with Liwa University in Abu Dhabi –– the first international pathway program in KGI’s history. Read more