Ken Yeager

Ken Yeager, PhD ’91 (Social Sciences Education), informs us that he has been serving on the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors since 2006. He has focused on comprehensive safety net programs and preventive health initiatives. A lifelong advocate for LGBTQ rights, Ken has worked to expand HIV testing, outreach for homeless LGBTQ youth, and health services for LGBTQ residents. During his tenure on the Board of Supervisors, he has also supported public transportation and environmental sustainability. He notes that he has remained involved in higher education policy since his graduation, having taught full time in the political science department at San Jose State University for 12 years. In addition, Ken served two terms as a trustee of the San Jose Evergreen Community College District, from 1992 through 2000, when he was elected to the San Jose City Council.