Browse the articles below to learn more about the impact of gifts to Stanford GSB.
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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.
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.
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 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.
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.
March 24, 2012
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Couple Carries on the Fellowship Tradition Aided by Matching Fund
Sara and Bob Lumpkins, MBA ’68, established The GSB Fellowship Matching Fund to encourage other alumni and friends to make their own commitments.
March 23, 2012
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Argentine Entrepreneur Makes Campus Gift
Marcos Galperin, MBA ’99, invested in the future of Stanford GSB’s new home, the Knight Management Center, with a $1.5 million gift to name two spaces in the Knight Center.
March 22, 2012
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Couple Endows Faculty Fellow Position for Entrepreneurship in Developing Economies
Katherine August-deWilde, MBA ’75, and David deWilde, Sloan ’84, endowed a chair to support a faculty member working on entrepreneurship in developing economies.
March 22, 2012
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Couple Supports Global Priorities
Bob Selig, MBA ’69, and his wife, Meryl, decided to contribute to the Director’s Fund for the Center for Global Business and the Economy, and look forward to participating in CGBE’s continued growth.
March 21, 2012
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Leveraging Matching Funds for Faculty
Thanks to the generosity of the Class of 1968 Matching Fund and Stanford GSB Challenge Fund, alumni and friends could take advantage of the opportunity to make their gifts have even greater impact.
March 20, 2012
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Enriching the Intellectual Life of Stanford GSB
As both a donor and volunteer, Copses, MBA ’86, sees clear benefits in staying connected to Stanford GSB.
March 17, 2012
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Planning a Legacy: Encouraging the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Mark Jung, MBA ’87, joined the Founding Grant Society during The Stanford Challenge, as part of his own personal long-term priorities.
March 16, 2012
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Leaders in Annual Giving: Jump-Starting Good Ideas
Bret Hewitt, MBA ’85, is part of the lifeblood of the Leaders in Annual Giving program at Stanford GSB.
March 15, 2012
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50th Reunion Efforts Renew Unique Fellowship
During their 50th reunion, the MBA Class of 1961 endowed a fellowship and thereby established a resource that will provide financial support in perpetuity to generations of deserving students.
March 14, 2012
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Establishing a Trust to Support Leadership
Timothy Sullivan, MBA ’89, established the $1 million Timothy and Susanne Sullivan Family Charitable Lead Trust in 2008, creating a “win-win” situation.
March 01, 2012
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The Success of The Stanford Challenge
In 2012, Stanford University concluded an unprecedented five-year campaign that positioned the school to address a range of challenges in the global economy.
April 29, 2011
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Knight Management Center Open For Business
The new home for Stanford GSB opened its doors April 29 with a dedication and open house that drew thousands.
March 15, 2011
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Family Gift Honors a Mother's Inspiration
Kevin J. O’Donohue, MBA ’87, and his wife, Laura, honor his mother by making a gift to the Knight Management Center, and dedicating a named space to her in the Bass Center.
March 15, 2011
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Honoring a Legend: The James C. Van Horne Professorship
James C. Van Horne, the A.P. Giannini Professor of Banking and Finance, Emeritus, is the inspiration for colleagues, friends, and former students to establish an endowed chair in his honor.
