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Huang and Khanna: Global Talent, Smart Rules, and Reindustrialization Can Keep the U.S. Ahead in AI

NVIDIA Founder and CEO Jensen Huang and Congressman Ro Khanna met at Stanford to discuss U.S. AI leadership and requirements for continued success.

Investor Summit Launches New Era for Investing at Stanford GSB

Daylong event brought together investors from around the world for connection, community, and learning.

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May 19, 2026

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AI Courses Fuel Surge in Fast-Track Executive Education at Elite Schools

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May 15, 2026

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US Debt Load Could Undercut Warsh's Plan to Shrink Fed Balance Sheet

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For 100 years, we’ve been dedicated to the things that haven’t happened yet, and the people who are about to dream them up. In 2025, we celebrated our Centennial through stories and events.

100 Years of Innovation

Some of the milestones, moments, and memories that define the GSB’s first century

Illustration by Victoria Tentler-Krylov

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Invested with Purpose: Insights from Stanford GSB Investors

Alumni investors talk about their journeys, measuring impact, and what it takes to succeed.

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Spurring Startup Success: Celebrating Thirty Years of CES

Since 1996, the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies has offered valuable learning experiences, serving as an important source of talent for the startup ecosystem.

Celebrating Our Centennial

Celebrating 100 years of community through connecting, learning, and coming together.

Community Spotlights

Faculty

The Nobel Winners of Stanford GSB

Over the past century, six Stanford GSB professors have been awarded the Nobel Prize. Here’s a look at who they are — and why they won.

Alumni

Maker: Poncho

While fishing for the perfect shirt, Clay Spencer, MBA ’11, created his company to outfit outdoorsmen.

Students

Lessons in Leadership at the 2025 Executive Challenge

This year’s winning team shares their strategies, lessons, and top takeaways.

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September 19, 2017

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New Faculty and Electives Enrich Student Experience

The return of the school year welcomes new tenure-line faculty and lecturers, plus new electives to broaden the student experience.

September 13, 2017

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A Word from the Coauthor about a Recent Peer-Reviewed Study

The paper warns that AI can detect sexual orientation from facial images. From Michal Kosinski, assistant professor of organizational behavior at Stanford GSB.

August 30, 2017

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“The Only Time You Must Not Fail is the Last Time You Try”

Nike’s Philip Knight, MBA ’62, talks with Stanford GSB Dean Jonathan Levin and alumni at an intimate Q&A.

Philip Knight (right) and Stanford GSB Dean Jonathan Levin. | Kiefer Hickman

August 07, 2017

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Taking a Deep Dive Into the Future

Two new committees study long-range shifts in faculty research and management education.

Yossi Feinberg and Sarah Soule | ToniBird Photography

August 03, 2017

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Jenna Nicholas, MBA ’17: Investing the Effort to Understand Marginalized Communities’ Funding Needs

Impact Experience, the 2017 Social Innovation Fellow’s latest venture, uses the power of local knowledge to help plan effective, caring partnerships.

2017 SIF Fellow Jenna Nicholas | Stacy Geiken

August 01, 2017

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Social Innovation Fellow Creates Jobs App for People With Low Literacy

Muhammad Mustafa, MS ’17, will use icons and audio to help illiterate workers communicate, Forbes reports.

June 29, 2017

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Muhammad Mustafa, MS ’17: An On-Ramp for Pakistan’s Illiterate Workers

Armed with an education, this 2017 Social Innovation Fellow gives less-fortunate compatriots the tools to find jobs online and leave poverty behind.

2017 SIF Fellow Muhammad Mustafa | Stacy Geiken

June 23, 2017

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Stanford ACT Celebrates 30 Years of Pro Bono Impact

Hundreds of Stanford MBA volunteers donate more than $3 million of consulting value annually.

ACT volunteers | Stacy Geiken Photography

June 21, 2017

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Advice to Class of 2017: “Life is a Team Sport”

Stanford Graduate School of Business alumna Penny Pritzker and Dean Levin send graduates off to launch careers of meaning and impact.

Penny Pritzker, MBA/JD ’85 | Saul Bromberger

June 06, 2017

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Ben Liu, MBA ’07, and Aya Nakajima, MBA ’07: Finding Tough Love and True Love in B-School

The struggles to meet leaders’ standards and speak teammates’ language pay off. So do study trips.

Ben Liu, MBA '07, Ema Liu-Nakajima, and Aya Nakajima, MBA '07 | ToniBird Photography

June 02, 2017

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From Conflict to Connection: Stanford Students Step Outside Their Comfort Zone

In the aftermath of the U.S. presidential election, a workshop series was launched to help students move beyond political conflict.

Two students walking on campus | Elena Zhukova

June 01, 2017

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Meet Stanford GSB’s New Admissions Director

Kirsten Moss shares her thoughts on leadership, how to pick the best applicants, and the future of business school admissions.

May 24, 2017

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Stanford GSB Recognizes Student Leaders Committed to Social Change

Next generation of social innovators honored with Stanford Impact Leader Fellowship.

MBA student Jenna Nicholas | Stacy Geiken

May 22, 2017

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2017 Arbuckle Award Honors John Donahoe, MBA ’86

The recent award dinner also celebrated the generosity of fellowship donors whose gifts financially support Stanford GSB students.

Stanford GSB Dean Jonathan Levin pins 2017 Arbuckle Award recipient John Donahoe, MBA '86. | Stacy Geiken

April 12, 2017

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Alleviating Childhood Malnutrition in India

Researchers collaborate with the Indian government to provide children with fortified rice in an effort to reduce alarming rates of anemia and malnutrition.

Indian vendors set up bags of grains and spices along the roadway in the outdoor spice market, located in the old part of the city. | iStock/BDphoto

April 06, 2017

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Alleviating Poverty in Africa and Indonesia Through Sustainable Palm Oil Production

Helping guide transformation of the global palm oil sector by developing strategies to sustain industry growth while enhancing rural incomes, alleviating poverty, and reducing tropical deforestation.

March 22, 2017

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Kirsten Moss Named New Assistant Dean and Director of MBA Admissions and Financial Aid

Moss, an MBA admissions veteran, will advance the Stanford Graduate School of Business’ mission as it connects with the next generation of business leaders.

Kirsten Moss, Assistant Dean and Director of MBA Admissions and Financial Aid

February 27, 2017

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David Kreps: Master of Economic Modeling

A recent two-day symposium celebrated the depth and breadth of impact by faculty member David Kreps in choice theory, finance, game theory, economics.