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November 18, 2019

Taking steps toward gender inclusion

I am writing today about a dimension of diversity that is still too often overlooked and that needs the attention of our entire campus: gender inclusion.

November 12, 2019

Update on the contemplative garden

An update on the contemplative garden installed at the site of a 2015 sexual assault on our campus.

October 31, 2019

Report on the Stanford University Press

Two faculty committees have been working to make recommendations to support a strong future for the Stanford University Press. The first committee, which I convened in the spring, has completed its recommendations.

October 15, 2019

AAU 2019 Campus Climate Survey: Letter from the Provost

On October 15, 2019, the provost sent an email to the entire Stanford campus community regarding the Association of American Universities’ 2019 Campus Climate Survey on Sexual Assault and Misconduct.

October 15, 2019

AAU 2019 Survey on Sexual Assault and Harassment at Stanford

Today, the Association of American Universities (AAU) released the results of its 2019 Campus Climate Survey on Sexual Assault and Misconduct. Stanford was one of 33 universities that participated in this survey.

May 15, 2019

Advancing diversity and inclusion at Stanford

Persis Drell announces the publication of the Provost’s Statement on Diversity and Inclusion and the launch of the IDEAL dashboard.

Notes from the Quad — February 14, 2019

A window into the work of the long-range vision design teams

I’m delighted to announce the launch of a new video series capturing the work of some of Stanford's long-range vision design teams. Here, in the first of five videos, we focus on IDEAL — Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access in a Learning Environment — which is one of three presidential initiatives designed to help advance our mission and put our values into action on our campus, in our local community, and in the world.

Notes from the Quad — January 30, 2019

Comment period on proposed Title IX regulations

A Notes from the Quad post on the conclusion of the comment period for the U.S. Department of Education's proposed new regulations regarding Title IX.

Stanford News — December 4, 2018

Annual report on Title IX, sexual harassment cases

In a letter to the Stanford community, I have released our annual report on cases of prohibited sexual conduct involving students, staff and faculty during the 2017–18 academic year.

November 8, 2018

Final Report of the Provost’s Committee on Lecturers

The Provost’s Committee on Lecturers has issued its final report regarding core academic teaching staff appointments at Stanford.

Notes from the Quad — October 4, 2018

Preparing for our next climate survey

In April, I wrote with the news that based on the recommendation of an advisory committee of students, faculty and staff, Stanford will be joining the student campus climate survey that will be administered by the Association of American Universities in the spring of 2019. I want to provide an update on our process to prepare for this survey.

Notes from the Quad — September 21, 2018

Rethinking the conversation

Last fall Marc and I launched Cardinal Conversations as an opportunity to advance the university’s commitment to the free exchange of ideas and to fostering an inclusive campus culture. Advancing both ideals together continues to be an imperative and a challenge for our community, and I want to update you on what we are doing for the coming year.

Notes from the Quad — May 7, 2018

Envisioning Stanford’s future

At the annual meeting of the Academic Council, we presented a high-level vision for Stanford’s future, building on the input of many hundreds of people from across the university community over the last year. We’re excited to share this vision with our community. We believe it reflects the optimistic, pioneering, energetic spirit of a community eager to strengthen Stanford’s foundations and to expand its contributions.

March 1, 2018

Workshop on Institutional Change 2018

A workshop was held in January in which there was a presentation on Academic Governance. The slides from the presentation and accompanying notes are available to view.

October 25, 2017

Provost’s Committee on Lecturers

The Provost's Committee on Lecturers has been asked to review core academic teaching staff appointments at Stanford. Core academic teaching staff include lecturers, senior lecturers and other non-academic council appointments. Given the importance of this group to our teaching mission, we believe it is important to clarify their roles within the university, as well as identify and implement guidelines for career definition, development, and advancement in this line.

Notes from the Quad — September 25, 2017

A new academic year

President Tessier-Lavigne and I want to take the opportunity of a new fall quarter to extend a warm welcome to you, whether for the first time or once again. Yet as we write we are also reminded of the challenges facing some members of our community, with the announcement just hours ago of an updated travel ban affecting visitors to the United States from several countries.

Notes from the Quad — September 21, 2017

Summer explorations

Summer is a time to refresh the soul. I spent a small part of my summer doing that by spending some time as a student of the arts.

September 7, 2017

Provost Drell on Stanford’s commitment to battling sexual assault

Provost Drell provided thoughts following a speech by the U.S. Secretary of Education regarding Title IX and efforts by colleges and universities to battle sexual assault.

Undocumented at Stanford — September 5, 2017

Stanford University statement on federal administration’s plans for DACA

Stanford University vigorously and admantly opposes the shameful decision announced today to rescind the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

Stanford Daily — June 7, 2017

Letter to the community on undocumented students

In an open letter in the Stanford Daily, President Marc Tessier-Lavigne and Provost Persis Drell reaffirm and discuss further the resources and commitments Stanford offers to undocumented students.

Stanford News — June 6, 2017

Stanford’s commitment to progress on climate change

A message from President Tessier-Lavigne and Provost Drell restating Stanford's commitment to leadership on climate change.

Stanford News — May 31, 2017

Progress report on Student Title IX Process

In a letter to the campus community, Provost Persis Drell provides a progress report on the first 15 months of the Student Title IX Process, the university's pilot process for investigating and hearing Title IX cases.

Stanford News — May 10, 2017

Update on Stanford’s support for immigrant community members

As the challenges facing immigrant communities continue to be a focus of discussion both nationally and here on campus, the President and Provost provide an update on Stanford’s efforts to support all members of our community, regardless of immigration status.

May 8, 2017

Dereca Blackmon, Lily Zheng and Persis Drell co-facilitate workshop on institutional change

On Saturday, May 6, Provost Persis Drell hosted an all-day workshop for students on institutional change. Lily Zheng, '17, helped to organize and lead the event.

April 24, 2017

Search underway for Vice Provost for Student Affairs

Stanford seeks an accomplished leader for the position of Vice Provost for Student Affairs. The mission of the Student Affairs division is to educate students to make meaningful contributions as citizens of a complex world.

Stanford News — April 24, 2017

Ideas sought for long-range planning process

At a town hall meeting Friday about the university’s ongoing long-range planning process, President Marc Tessier-Lavigne and Provost Persis Drell encouraged faculty, staff and students to submit their ideas for future initiatives and for strengthening Stanford’s foundation.

April 6, 2017

Invitation to Stanford community to participate in long-range planning process

We're making long-range planning a major part of our focus in our first year because we believe it's crucial to develop a shared vision for the big opportunities Stanford pursues in the coming years.

March 3, 2017

International Travel Policy

An updated policy has been posted regarding international travel.

February 1, 2017

Opening thoughts

Dear Stanford students, A couple of weeks ago, I had lunch with some student leaders here at Stanford. Out of that great conversation came the idea for this email – a first communication with all of you as I become provost today.

Stanford News — February 1, 2017

Q&A with Provost Persis Drell

As she takes office as provost, Persis Drell shares her thoughts on her new role, the Stanford community and the university’s future.