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May 19, 2026
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May 15, 2026
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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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Maker: Poncho

While fishing for the perfect shirt, Clay Spencer, MBA ’11, created his company to outfit outdoorsmen.
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Sam McColgan MBA ’26
Stanford GSB has surpassed expectations on every front. I feel substantially better equipped to build my investment firm.

Sam McColgan

MBA ’26
Olivia Okoli MD/MBA ’26
I realized that to have the most impact, you need top-notch leadership skills.

Olivia Okoli

MD/MBA ’26
Jim Coulter MBA ’86
It’s okay not to have a plan. The lack of a plan opens you up to possibilities.

Jim Coulter

MBA ’86
Sabrina Yuan MS ’16
I’ve spent a great deal of time thinking about the application of AI in industrial systems.

Sabrina Yuan

MS ’16
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July 07, 2015
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Jim Van Horne Teaching the Core Once Again

Legendary professor emeritus returns to teach core finance course.
Jim VanHorne with students
June 17, 2015
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Tom Steyer Encourages 2015 Stanford GSB Graduates to “Be Open”

Annual diploma ceremony celebrates graduates degrees, certificates and awards.
Tom Steyer, MBA ’83
June 01, 2015
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Seed Guides Nigerian Software Company to $100 Million Plan

SystemSpecs aims to expand across African continent.
DeRemi Atanda
April 17, 2015
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Beyond the Basics: Finance and Society Elective Teaches Students to Think About Broader Implications

New elective course encourages students to think about the broader implications of finance.
MBA students in class
April 01, 2015
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Introducing the Updated Stanford GSB Alumni Site

The redesigned site makes it easier for alumni to stay connected, share passions, and use the school’s career and recruiting services.
New Alumni Website
February 05, 2015
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New Stanford Program for School District Leaders

A new program by the graduate schools of education and business develops entrepreneurial leadership skills of superintendents.
Professor Susanna Loeb, co-director of the Executive Program for Education Leaders
January 27, 2015
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First Stanford Ignite Innovation Program to Launch in Brazil

Part-time program for nonbusiness technical professionals will be hosted at Microsoft in São Paulo.
Sáo Paulo skyline | iStock
January 01, 2015
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Stanford Buck/Cardinal Club Reviews Its Brand and Marketing Strategy

As they sought to increase their membership base, especially among younger donors, the club wondered if their name was meaningful to potential donors.
Stanford women's basketball team with cheering crowd behind them
November 24, 2014
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Stanford Ignite Program Information Session to Be Offered in New York December 3, 2014

Part-time program in innovation and entrepreneurship will launch in New York for the first time in March 2015.
Yossi Feinberg with an Ignite class. | Stanford GSB
October 29, 2014
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First Stanford Ignite Innovation Program to be Offered in New York

Part-time program for technical professionals, entrepreneurs, and STEM graduate students will start in 2015 in midtown Manhattan.
Stanford Ignite students in a highly-immersive classroom. | Helen Chang/Stanford GSB
October 27, 2014
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Stanford Offers New Dual International Policy Studies/MBA Program

New program allows students to pursue an MBA and an MA in International Policy Studies in three academic years, instead of four.
A female student speaking in class.
October 13, 2014
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Learn About Stocks and Bonds Investing in Free Online Course

Self-paced course taught by Stanford GSB finance expert Josh Rauh focuses on how to make smart decisions as an investor.
Stanford GSB Finance Professor Joshua Rauh | Stanford/Steve Castillo
August 19, 2014
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Learn to Grow Your Business “Without Screwing Up” in Free Online Course

Stanford scaling experts Huggy Rao and Robert Sutton teach what it takes to create, spread, and sustain excellence as a venture expands and matures.
July 01, 2014
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Stanford Launches New Online Strategy Driven Innovation Course

Twelfth course completes offerings for online Stanford Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Free webinar available July 15.
June 16, 2014
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The Courage to Pursue Your Calling

Stanford GSB alumnus Phil Knight and Dean Garth Saloner urge 2014 graduates to follow their dreams.
June 13, 2014
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Stephanie Peng, MBA ’14: Finding Connections in the Momentous and the Mundane

Looking for community in matters big and small brings fulfillment on and off campus.
Stephanie Peng, MBA ’14 | ToniBird Photography
June 10, 2014
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Ross Jensen, MBA ’14: To Experience Joy, Get Beyond Serving Yourself

A teacher finds that doing for others in ways both big and small can make the difference between frustration and fulfillment.
Ross Jensen, MBA ’14 | ToniBird Photography
June 08, 2014
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Carlos A. Sanchez-Martinez, PhD ’17: Refusing to Fall Into Mediocrity

At Stanford GSB, a student finds professors and peers who help him reach beyond his limits.
Carlos A. Sanchez-Martinez, PhD ’17 | ToniBird Photography
June 04, 2014
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Stanford to Offer Joint Electrical Engineering MS/MBA Degree Program

Joint degree expands multidisciplinary education.
May 17, 2014
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Bella Rozenkrants, PhD ’15: Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Industry

Acting as an interpreter between those who conduct research and those who use it can help uncover solutions that are already out there.
Bella Rozenkrants, PhD ’15 | ToniBird Photography
April 26, 2014
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Eric Tsytsylin, MBA ’14: Building a Legacy Outside the Spotlight

The Arbuckle Leadership Fellow and recent Stanford alumnus shares how his experience transformed his perspective on success — and his purpose.
Eric Tstsylin, MBA ’14 | Toni Bird
April 26, 2014
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Peter Varellas, MBA ’14: Teamwork Matters

A former Olympian explains how working together is critical to success in sports — and in business.
Peter Varellas, MBA ’14 | Toni Bird
April 25, 2014
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Monica Chellam, MBA ’14: An Education in Self-Awareness

She came to Stanford to learn about business. She came away with a better understanding of herself, and of her role in society.
Monica Chellam, MBA ’14 | ToniBird Photography
April 12, 2014
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Vivienne Groves, PhD ’15: Seeking Out Shared Visions

The best collaborations combine mutual respect for economic research, creative thinking, and laughter.
Vivienne Groves, PhD ’15