Message from President Jean-Lou Chameau on his retirement

Summary

KAUST President Jean-Lou Chameau announced his retirement, effective at the end of August 2017, after more than 25 years in academic leadership positions. He will serve on the Presidential Search Committee to identify his successor. Chameau expressed pride in the KAUST community and its accomplishments. Why it matters: The transition marks a significant leadership change for KAUST as it continues to develop as a leading science and technology university in the region.