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Stanford GSB and the School of Engineering: A Shared Century of Innovation
100 years on, each school retains the pioneer mindset that changed the way the professions were taught.
10 of Our Top Stories from the Stanford GSB Centennial
Relive the past year of celebration to mark the business school's first century.
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February 22, 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
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“There Was a Revolution Here”: 100 Years of Business Education
How Stanford GSB’s MBA program kept perfecting the best way to teach future business leaders — in just two years.
Things That Would Not Exist Without Stanford GSB Alums
Air Jordans, “The Bachelor,” Jell-O Jigglers, and 60 other inventions, products, and breakthroughs made possible by our grads
Big Ideas from Stanford GSB Faculty
Just a few of the influential findings and enduring discoveries made by Stanford GSB researchers
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Faculty
Back to Class: Investment Management and Entrepreneurial Finance
Jack McDonald created a master class on investing that’s still paying dividends nearly 60 years later.
Alumni
Shining a Spotlight on Alumni Catalysts
Showcasing alumni who have helped create a legacy of impact
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The Unforgettably Challenging Course MBAs Line up to Take
Decades of students have learned about emotional intelligence in this fabled Stanford GSB course.
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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.
April 09, 2014
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Stanford Offering Fellowships for African MBA Students
Applications accepted through June 13, 2014.
April 09, 2014
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Stanford Seeks Reliance Dhirubhai MBA Fellowship Applicants in India
Applications accepted through June 13, 2014.
April 05, 2014
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Bowen Pan, MBA ’14: Learning the Importance of Empathy
A student shares a childhood experience that showed him the power of putting yourself in another’s shoes.
March 26, 2014
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Nike Cofounder Phil Knight to Deliver 2014 Graduation Address
Distinguished GSB alumnus will share his experiences at the iconic company with graduating students as they embark on new career paths.
March 25, 2014
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Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program for Post-9/11 Veterans
Applications for on-campus "Stanford Ignite" program accepted until April 13.
March 22, 2014
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Maria Puron, MBA ’14: The Difference Between a Good Leader and a Great One
Effective interactions with others lay the groundwork for managerial success.
March 15, 2014
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ACT Project Helps Kick Off Stanford’s SEED Initiative
ACT suggested several models for how Stanford Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies (SEED) could structure alumni volunteers to coach and mentor local executives in the field.
March 13, 2014
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New Residence Hall Will House Nearly All First-Year MBAs by 2016
$75 million project enhances Knight Management Center living and learning complex.
March 06, 2014
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First Latin American Stanford Ignite Program Launches
Applications now open for Stanford Ignite-Santiago program in innovation and entrepreneurship.
March 01, 2014
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Khalid Al Ameri, MBA ’14: Do What’s True to Your Heart
Knowing what matters helps guide people during tough times.
February 26, 2014
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Stanford Offers New Online Course: Innovating Through Value Chains
Course is 11th in a series of courses for the online Stanford Innovation and Entrepreneurship Certificate.
February 21, 2014
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Stanford Launches Global Development and Poverty Research Initiative
$10 million grant program is part of the Stanford Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies.
February 18, 2014
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A Group of Sociologists Launch a New Online Journal
Their goal: to speed the flow of research results and open access to ideas and knowledge.
February 15, 2014
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Mariano Otero, MBA ’14: Finding Joy in New Experiences
Taking a creative approach to the challenges and opportunities of each day helps this student thrive.
February 13, 2014
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Stanford's New Online Course: Cultivating the Entrepreneurial Mindset
Course teaches best practices of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and allows participants to test their own startup ideas.
February 03, 2014
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Online Course Advances Awareness of Retirement Planning and Pensions
Massive open online course led by Finance Professor Joshua Rauh extends the reach of Stanford Graduate School of Business.
February 01, 2014
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Saul Carlin, MBA ’14: Test Hypotheses About Life
When they apply business concepts while braving the imperfect, people can use failures to move forward.
January 31, 2014
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Symposium Features Innovative Ideas for U.S. Public Pensions
Event is culmination of massive open online course about retirement planning and pensions, and features top performing teams from the course.
January 28, 2014
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Veerle Daenen, MBA ’14: Finding Inspiration in Unexpected Conversations
A student tells how she flourished through connection and collaboration.
January 25, 2014
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Emre Ertan, MBA ’14: Look Outside to Resolve Business Problems
A Stanford student applies ideas gleaned from a variety of influences to the business world.
January 21, 2014
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Maeve Richard Named Career Director at Stanford GSB
Maeve Richard, MBA '84, appointed assistant dean and director of Career Management Center, providing career services for business school students.
January 08, 2014
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New Online Course: Negotiation and How to Get (More of) What You Want
Course is part of the online Stanford Innovation and Entrepreneurship Certificate.
December 03, 2013
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ACT Project Kickoff – Just Add Loose Lumber and Duct Tape!
Each ACT team would assemble a stool out of spare lumber and duct tape, testing the rickety furniture on one of their own teammates.