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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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Olga Maslikhova MS ’20
What I’m most proud of is creating a number of leadership examples for the new generation of entrepreneurs.

Olga Maslikhova

MS ’20
Joey Feffer PhD ’27
The way the people at Stanford GSB approach economic theory, it’s a very unique perspective. There’s no place like it.

Joey Feffer

PhD ’27
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
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August 19, 2013
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Stanford Ignite Program Starts in India

Program delivers business innovation learning beyond the Stanford campus to global participants for the first time, with plans for Europe and China.
July 31, 2013
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Stanford Program Teaches Innovators Business and Leadership Skills

Participants in Stanford Ignite learn how to move their innovative ideas forward.
July 17, 2013
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Benje Williams, MBA ’13: Teaching Skills to Break the Cycle of Poverty in Pakistan

Conferring personal and professional polish with quality training, the 2013 Social Innovation Fellow’s Amal Academy gets students ready for careers.
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June 17, 2013
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eBay CEO John Donahoe Shares Leadership Insights at 2013 Graduation

Graduation address illuminates four key principles of leadership, including authenticity and a passion for lifelong learning.
June 10, 2013
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New Course for Online Certificate Program: Power of Stories

Free June 14 webinar with venture capitalist David Hornik and Stanford Graduate School of Business professor Jennifer Aaker.
May 30, 2013
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Generosity Honors Leaders in Social Change

Two members of the MBA Class of 2013 were recently honored for their dedication to caring for the world’s poor.
April 26, 2013
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eBay CEO John Donahoe to Speak at 2013 Stanford GSB Graduation

eBay Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer John Donahoe, will address graduates during Stanford GSB's ceremony on Saturday, June 15, 2013.
April 01, 2013
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Design for Extreme Affordability Addresses Global Poverty

A class brings together students from across Stanford to create and build products for some of the world's poorest people.
March 27, 2013
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Stanford Launches Building Business Models Online Course

Course is part of online Stanford Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Free April 2 webinar with Stanford GSB professor Haim Mendelson.
February 22, 2013
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Farm to Cup Merger Emphasizes Partnership & Economic Empowerment

A grassroots student effort led by three Stanford GSB alumni now has even more impact through a merger with Pachamama Coffee Cooperative.
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February 20, 2013
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Water World

Leading a social innovation study trip lands Robyn Beavers, MBA '10, in a new industry.
February 19, 2013
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Stanford Launches New Online Course: Scaling Excellence for Innovation

Free webinar with VC John Lilly and Stanford GSB professor Hayagreeva Rao previews class for online Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
February 06, 2013
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Couple Funds Program to Support Social Innovation Ventures

Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty, both MBA ’06, support the Center for Social Innovation at Stanford GSB.
February 04, 2013
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First Off-Campus Stanford Ignite Program Offered in India

Stanford GSB's first off-campus Stanford Ignite nine-week certificate program in innovation will be offered in August in Bangalore, India.
February 01, 2013
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Alumna Supports Stanford GSB’s Vision for Change Through Annual Giving

With Pam Brewster’s help, the MBA Class of 1987 raised over $8 million and set a new participation record of 87% for their 25th reunion campaign.
January 01, 2013
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Investor Bets on Business Students

Susan and George Matelich, MBA ’82, establish a $1 million fund for fellowships at Stanford GSB to support aspiring scholars.
Susan and George Matelich, MBA '82
December 13, 2012
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"An Intergenerational Transfer of Education"

C-suite leaders challenge MBA students to lead under pressure.
October 02, 2012
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A New Program Helps Entrepreneurs Make Their Mark

A collaboration with Endeavor Global helps high-impact entrepreneurs build their skills.
October 01, 2012
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2013 Siebel Scholars Chosen

Five MBA students selected for academic achievement and demonstrated leadership.
June 17, 2012
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John Morgridge Addresses 2012 Graduates During Diploma Ceremony

Former Cisco CEO distills his eight decades of life experience into what he called his “Rules for the Long Road.”
June 16, 2012
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Remarks by Dean Garth Saloner

The following is a transcript of the commencement address given by Garth Saloner.
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June 04, 2012
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2012 Distinguished Faculty Service Awards Honor Teaching Excellence

Stanford GSB students recognize Dirk Jenter, Charles Lee, and Jeremy Bulow for their passionate teaching of challenging subjects.
April 16, 2012
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Former Dean Honored for Leadership

Robert L. Joss is the 42nd recipient of the Ernest C. Arbuckle Award, which recognized important changes during his 10 years as dean.
March 25, 2012
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Investing in Faculty Ideas: The Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Professorship

Robert, MBA ’74, and Elizabeth Jeffe endowed the Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Professorship at Stanford GSB to support and encourage faculty members working in developing countries and healthcare.
Robert A., MBA ’74, and Elizabeth R. Jeffe