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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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April 28, 2026
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Stanford GSB Leads MBA Programs In AI Course Offerings, With Darden & Wharton Close Behind
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April 22, 2026
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Stanford GSB Dean Sarah Soule On AI, Leadership & Why Human Skills Matter More Than Ever
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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
Students
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.