UCSC
Director of Operations
Institute for Social Transformation
Evin Knight is the Director of Operations at the Institute for Social Transformation where she oversees a broad spectrum of programs, communications, and administrative functions aimed at elevating transformative research and enhancing the Institute’s mission. From strategic planning to problem-solving, Evin contributes to the overall management of Institute operations, including program management, budget planning and financial management, event planning, post-award implementation, hiring, and human resources. Evin leads the Institute’s experiential learning and scholarship programs, including the Building Belonging and Transforming Futures programs. She has worked for the University of California for over 15 years.