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Stanford GSB Graduates Its 100th Class of Leaders
Laurene Powell Jobs, MBA ’91, addressed the Class of 2026 at this year’s commencement ceremony.
Stanford Leadership Institute Focuses on Navigating an Increasingly Complex World
With foundational support from Diane and Andreas Halvorsen, MBA ’90, and other donors, the Stanford Leadership Institute will equip leaders to navigate the forces reshaping business and society.
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May 19, 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
Illustration by Victoria Tentler-Krylov
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Invested with Purpose: Insights from Stanford GSB Investors
Alumni investors talk about their journeys, measuring impact, and what it takes to succeed.
Spurring Startup Success: Celebrating Thirty Years of CES
Since 1996, the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies has offered valuable learning experiences, serving as an important source of talent for the startup ecosystem.
Celebrating Our Centennial
Celebrating 100 years of community through connecting, learning, and coming together.
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Four Faculty Members Honored with 2026 Teaching Awards
Students selected outstanding faculty across the MBA, MSx, and PhD programs.
Alumni
Pivot: Taking a Break Without Quitting the Race
After a career pause, Neha Ruch, MBA ’14, set out to give modern motherhood a much-needed rebrand.
Students
Stanford GSB Names 2026 Class of Stanford Impact Founder Awardees
Tackling global issues to effect change
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May 13, 2024
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Changemakers: Teaching Young People a Recipe for Success in the Restaurant Industry
This founder’s culinary nonprofit aims to help struggling young people find their footing personally and professionally.
May 09, 2024
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Stanford GSB Professor Neil Malhotra Named Carnegie Fellow
Award will fund continuing research on political polarization
May 09, 2024
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Stanford GSB Researchers Discuss the Ideas They’re Most Excited About
If you’re looking for smart answers to complex questions, then you should check out this new podcast.
May 02, 2024
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Room to Grow: The Cannabis Industry Can’t Wait to Go Mainstream
No longer illicit, but not fully legit, the market for legal marijuana is anticipating big changes — soon?
April 26, 2024
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Maker: United Record Pressing
On the record with Mark Michaels, head of North America’s biggest maker of vinyl LPs.
April 25, 2024
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Phil Knight Honored with Uncommon Citizen Award
A dedicated philanthropist and Stanford GSB alum, Knight has provided game-changing support for schools and initiatives across campus.
April 23, 2024
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Alyssa Rapp, MBA ’05: What Matters to Me Now and Why
“The people with whom you partner personally and professionally punctuate every step of the journey.”
April 23, 2024
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Catalyst: Too Many Students Are Missing School. This Company Hopes to Fix That.
For EveryDay Labs, success is making sure students show up for class.
April 23, 2024
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Hard Lesson: A Friend’s Insight Changed My Life
An overdue diagnosis helped Ronan McGovern, MS ’96, understand himself — and his purpose.
April 23, 2024
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Office Artifact: Chenzi Xu’s Civil War Bond Advertisement
An old leaflet shows how Americans were sold on lending Uncle Sam much-needed cash.
April 22, 2024
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Back to Class: Pathfinder
A new program opens Stanford GSB to undergraduates for the first time.
April 22, 2024
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Business, Government, and Society Forum Looks at New Demands on Leadership
Event highlights importance of business and government collaboration to solve contemporary problems
April 15, 2024
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Erin Nixon Joins Stanford GSB as Assistant Dean of Admissions
Nixon brings “rare combination of talents” and broad international experience.
April 08, 2024
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Nia Rose Froome, MBA ’23: Making Local, Fresh Food Available for All
Stanford Impact Founder Fellow plans to remove food barriers for low-income communities.
April 05, 2024
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New Research Fund Promotes Responsible Leadership for the Next Century
Faculty grants spur momentum in Business, Government, and Society initiative
April 04, 2024
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Stanford Alum, Business School Dean Jonathan Levin Named Stanford President
Jonathan Levin has been appointed the 13th president of Stanford University.
March 27, 2024
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Habitat For Humanity CEO Jonathan Reckford Will Give Commencement Address
Housing nonprofit has had transformational growth under Reckford’s leadership.
March 25, 2024
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Stanford GSB Professor Jennifer Aaker Wins 2024 Converse Award
Annual award honors exceptional scholarship in the field of marketing
March 07, 2024
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A Different Dawn: Waking up to War in Kyiv
Ukraine native and Knight-Hennessy scholar looks for light in the darkness of war.
February 28, 2024
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Changemakers: Expanding Access to Healthcare After Prison
People who have spent time in jail or prison often can’t get quality, affordable medical care. Two Stanford GSB grads are working to fix that.
February 12, 2024
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New Executive Education Program Focuses on Empowering Chief Sustainability Officers
A new program from Stanford GSB and Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability is designed to help CSOs become more effective leaders.
February 08, 2024
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Night Class: Students Get Up-Close Look at Faculty Research Projects
Insights and Bites offers evening sessions with an informal vibe
January 18, 2024
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What the Science Says: New Podcast Highlights Research Findings
If/Then aims to help business leaders address modern problems
December 08, 2023
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Shiro Wachira, MA ’23: Harnessing Farming’s Human Capital
Stanford Impact Founder Fellow plans to transform agricultural education in Africa.