We invite you to join Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla in the Bay Area as we celebrate our 2025 Illustrious Alumni Award honorees — an inspiring group of extraordinary visionaries whose significant achievements reflect the pride and excellence of the Triton community.

The Illustrious Alumni Award is a prestigious recognition that celebrates distinguished alumni who have reached extraordinary heights and represents one of the highest alumni honors at UC San Diego. We are proud to recognize the following Bay Area alumni: Innovative leader Mary Bui-Pham, groundbreaking scientist Marcia McNutt and accomplished entrepreneur Tim Scott. Through their extraordinary work, these distinguished alumni are shaping a brighter future while strengthening Triton pride across our global community.

Enjoy an unforgettable evening of celebration with fellow graduates and friends at the historic Julia Morgan Ballroom at the Merchants Exchange Building. It’s the perfect backdrop as we celebrate our exceptional honorees and embrace the spirit of curiosity and discovery that define UC San Diego.

The evening’s festivities will include hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. Suggested dress is business/cocktail attire.

MEET THE HONOREES

Mary N. Bui-Pham, MS ’88, PhD ’92

Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy | Jacobs School of Engineering

Vice President of Business Technology, Indeed, Inc.

Marcia McNutt, PhD ’78

Doctor of Philosophy | Scripps Institution of Oceanography

Geophysicist, President of the National Academy of Sciences

Tim Scott ’87

Biochemistry and Cell Biology | Revelle College

President and CEO, Biocom California