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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 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.
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 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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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
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.
Marcos Galperin, MBA '99
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.
A team of Entrepreneurial Design for Extreme Affordabiilty field tests the RiceRunner, a fertilizer applicator, in Cambodia
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.
Judy and Peter Copses, MBA ’86
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.
Mark Jung, MBA ’87
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.
MBA Class of 1961 50th Reunion
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.
Timothy Sullivan, MBA '89
January 28, 2012
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Environmental Sustainability Drives Student Interest in Farming

Sustainability now also means treating farmworkers well, an avocado grower tells MBA students interested in food and agriculture resource management.
December 17, 2011
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Executive Challenge: Bringing the Boardroom into the Classroom

Stanford MBA students face off with alumni in day-long simulation designed to test their ability to deal with real-world business issues.
October 12, 2011
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Five Stanford GSB Alumni Recognized for Outstanding Volunteer Service

The John W. Gardner Volunteer Leadership Award was awarded to the five alumni for their volunteer efforts.
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