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Stanford Engineering —

A shared space for experiencing the thrill of original research

From the development of new materials to the study of DNA synthesis in space, Stanford Engineering’s Uytengsu Teaching Lab nurtures and accelerates undergraduate research.

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Seed awards fund collaboration on community issues

This year’s projects will apply research and education on multiple fronts, from housing to indigenous land stewardship to health disparity.

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DPS reviewing weekend incident

The Department of Public Safety is reviewing an incident that involved an officer pointing a gun on campus.

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Faculty Senate weighs speech initiatives, academic freedom

The Faculty Senate postponed a motion to establish an ad hoc Committee on University Speech Initiatives after hearing a presentation on the Elimination of Harmful Language Initiative on Thursday. Senators also heard a brief update on winter quarter course registration.

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President’s remarks to Faculty Senate on academic freedom

President Marc Tessier-Lavigne delivered these remarks at the Faculty Senate meeting of January 26, 2023.

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SafeZone campus safety app launches

The free, DPS-managed app connects with emergency responders and can share your location with greater accuracy than most emergency phone features.

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Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research —

Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research celebrates 40 years

Faculty and advisory board members reflect on SIEPR’s history and the impact of its nonpartisan approach to economic research and policymaking.

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Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences —

Two Stanford faculty join CASBS board

Stanford professors Tomás Jiménez and Robert Jackson join the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences (CASBS) board of directors.

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Stanford submits report for renewal of accreditation

Stanford’s WSCUC report focuses on two themes: Advancing Undergraduate Education and Supporting Our Community for Success.

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Honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

The university will host a series of events including a film festival and lectures beginning Jan. 13.

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Welcome to winter quarter

In his winter quarter welcome message, Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne reflects on our progress and looks ahead to the new quarter and beyond.

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IT website in the news

Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne addresses recent media coverage of a website for Stanford’s Information Technology (IT) community that discussed an “Elimination of Harmful Language Initiative” undertaken by that community.

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Institute on Race names founding co-directors

Tomás Jiménez and Brian Lowery will lead the new institute dedicated to finding real-world solutions to address racial injustice.

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Committee to review fossil fuel research funding

Following a listening tour by Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability Dean Arun Majumdar on the role of fossil fuel funding in academic research, President Marc Tessier-Lavigne has created a committee to expand the conversation with stakeholders across the university.

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Robert K. Ross is the 2023 Haas Center Distinguished Visitor

During his residency at the Haas Center in winter and spring quarters, Ross hopes to draw inspiration from the work of Stanford students and other community members and support the conversation around health equity and racial justice.

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Stanford Board holds final meeting of 2022

Stanford’s Board of Trustees received the university’s annual financial report, advanced building projects, and heard updates on issues such as student mental health and well-being, among other matters of business, during its final meeting of 2022.

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Stanford Board of Trustees —

Update from the Board Special Committee

A special committee of the Board of Trustees provides additional information on its review relating to academic articles in which Stanford’s president is a listed author. Input to the committee is welcomed via a new email address.

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Academic Council Professoriate appointments

The following Academic Council Professoriate appointments, promotions, and reappointments for the periods indicated were reviewed by the Advisory Board of the Academic Council on Sept. 20, Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Oct. 18, and Nov. 1, 2022, and were approved by the President. Please note that while all appointments below have been approved by the president, some candidates may not have accepted offers.

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Statement from Stanford Board Chair

The chair of Stanford University's Board of Trustees issued this statement regarding a Special Committee of the Board appointed to assess allegations regarding research accuracy in certain scientific articles in which President Marc Tessier-Lavigne is a listed author.

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Annual Title IX/Sexual Harassment Report

The Annual Title IX/Sexual Harassment Report contains information on how the university responded to reports of sexual assault and harassment during academic year 2021-22.

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Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability —

New course brings wicked problems to the classroom

A new course winter quarter kicks off a series designed for undergraduates across the university. It will be taught by Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability Dean Arun Majumdar and Dean of Research Kathryn “Kam” Moler.

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Faculty Senate discusses upcoming affirmative action decision

Members of the Faculty Senate on Thursday heard a presentation on affirmative action and voted to approve a reform of the fall quarter academic calendar to avoid future conflict with the first day of Autumn quarter classes and religious observances.

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Ken Schultz brings expertise in conflict resolution to role as Faculty Senate chair

Ken Schultz, professor of political science, serves as Faculty Senate chair in the 2022-23 academic year.

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Faculty Senate discusses student-athletes, conference realignment, NIL

The Faculty Senate heard a presentation on the changing athletics landscape in relation to collegiate athletic conference realignment, the ability for student-athletes to monetize their brand, and more during its Thursday meeting.

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Stanford gears up for Democracy Day

Classes will not be held on Nov. 8 to encourage the Stanford community to vote in the midterm elections and participate in election-related events and programming.

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Stanford celebrates Native American Heritage Month

This November, Stanford will celebrate and recognize Native American Heritage Month in honor of the Indigenous and Native-identifying students, staff, and faculty as well as the university’s storied history and connection with the land upon which it sits.

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Stanford community updated on progress, concerns in Campus Conversation

President Marc Tessier-Lavigne joined Provost Persis Drell and Vice Provost for Institutional Equity, Access and Community Patrick Dunkley for the first Campus Conversation of the academic year on Wednesday. They provided updates on the Doerr School of Sustainability, the IDEAL initiative, campus safety, and sexual assault, among other matters.

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Faculty Senate discusses student mental health

The Faculty Senate heard a presentation on student mental health and well-being during its Oct. 20 meeting.

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Stanford Law School —

Stanford Law School launches Neukom Center for the Rule of Law

Supported by a significant gift from Sally and Bill Neukom, the new center at Stanford Law School will conduct academic research and teaching with a sharp focus on rule of law-related issues.

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The history of Jewish admissions and experience at Stanford

President Marc Tessier-Lavigne issues an institutional apology after a task force confirms that Stanford undertook efforts to limit the admission of Jewish students in the 1950s.

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