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October 30, 2018
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Alumni and Faculty Member Recognized for Exemplary Service

Five alumni and one faculty member recognized for contributions to Stanford GSB during annual reunion weekend.
October 29, 2018
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James G. March, Professor of Business, Education, and Humanities, Dies at 90

A revered yet humble teacher whose research profoundly impacted many disciplines, he found exquisite beauty in both math and poetry.
James G. March at Stanford. Credit: Courtesy of Stanford GSB
October 23, 2018
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Introducing the MBA Class of 2020

A quick look at the new MBA students by the numbers.
One of six sections of first-year MBA students in the Class of 2020  | Courtesy of MBA Student Life
October 16, 2018
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Learning by Doing, While Doing Good

Students take the lead in Stanford GSB Impact Fund to manage investments in mission-driven startups.
Young people looking at a pie chart, contemplatively. Credit: James Steinberg
October 11, 2018
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World Bank President: Ending Poverty Through Technology and Finance

Building digital economies for inclusive growth, fostering resilient societies, and investing in people are crucial, says Jim Yong Kim.
World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim speaks with Stanford Professor Condoleezza Rice. Credit: Elena Zhukova
October 10, 2018
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Stanford Seed Announces Inaugural Seed Transformation Network Global Summit in Nairobi, Kenya

More than 200 Stanford Seed participants from Africa and India gather for the first time to unite in their commitment to bring prosperity to communities through the growth of businesses.
Funkidz CEO Ciiru Waithaka with past Seed participants during a company visit. | Credit: Zachary M. Saitoti
October 09, 2018
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Five MBA Students Named 2019 Siebel Scholars

Recognized for academic achievement and leadership, this year’s Siebel Scholars aim to make a positive impact.
From left to right: John Ettinger, Geoff Calder, Jennifer Villa, Tucker Kocher, Valerie Shen. Credit: Stacy Geiken
October 09, 2018
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Geoffrey Calder, MBA ’19: Cooperation Eclipses Competition

He expected to find people trumpeting their accomplishments but instead has been stunned by “the humility of the class.”
Geoff Calder, MBA ‘19, is one of five 2019 Siebel Scholars. Credit: Stacy Geiken
October 09, 2018
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Jennifer Villa, MS/MBA ’19: Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help

What has surprised her most about Stanford GSB? How eager her classmates are to offer assistance.
 Jennifer Villa. Credit: Stacy Geiken
October 09, 2018
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John Ettinger, MBA ’19: Embrace It All

Whether handing out schwag at ballgames or running an investment portfolio, “you’ve got to love what you do.”
John Ettinger. Credit: Stacy Geiken
October 09, 2018
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Tucker Kocher, MBA ’19: Vulnerability Is Encouraged

“The degree of authenticity and openness I’ve experienced has exceeded all my expectations.”
Tucker Kocher. Credit: Stacy Geiken
October 09, 2018
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Valerie Shen, MS/MBA ’19: A Journey Into Subjectivity

Plunging into assignments that have no “objectively correct answers” has left her with more questions than answers — and happily so.
Valerie Shen. Credit: Stacy Geiken
September 28, 2018
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Stanford GSB Academic Year Begins with New Faculty and Electives

The start of each school year brings new additions to faculty, lecturers, and electives that enhance the student experience.
MBA students. Photo by Elena Zukhova
September 27, 2018
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From the Dean: Starting a New School Year

Considering the future of management education as we welcome students back to campus.
Dean Jonathan Levin
September 26, 2018
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Innovating Higher Ed: A Stanford Intern Tests a New Way of Teaching in India

Through the Seed summer internship program, Julia Daniel designs new ways to promote student understanding and curiosity.
Julia Daniels | Image courtesy of D. Stephen Raj
September 21, 2018
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When the Career Path Takes a Sharp Left

Three alumni share what led them to take a chance on a less conventional job change.
Nadine Lehner shown in Patagonia
September 21, 2018
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Where Stanford GSB Interned This Summer

Students headed around the world to work in every major industry.
Young professionals working together. Credit: iStock/Vasyl Dolmatov
August 24, 2018
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Myra Strober: Breaking Barriers at Stanford GSB

One of the school’s first female faculty members talks about that uninviting climate — and how she’s built the field of feminist economics.
 Myra Strober. Credit: Courtesy Stanford Special Collections & University Archives
August 22, 2018
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Stanford GSB Announces 2018–19 Recipients of Stanford USA MBA Fellowship

Three recipients from Wisconsin, Iowa, and Missouri were selected for their commitment to supporting development and revitalization in the Midwest region.
Stanford Graduate School of Business | Photo by Elena Zhukova
July 25, 2018
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Helping Latino Businesses Keep Pace

The Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative is amassing a huge database and network to nourish the fast-growing sector.
Mexican currency is seen in the cash register drawer alongside U.S. Dollars as a cashier at Pizza Patron makes change for a customer in Dallas, Texas. Credit: Reuters/Jessica Rinaldi
July 18, 2018
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Corporate Governance Expert Nicholas Donatiello, MBA ’86, Dies at 57

Nicholas Donatiello, Jr., MBA ’86, who taught corporate governance at Stanford Graduate School of Business, died at his San Francisco home two days shy of his June 28 birthday.
Donatiello in the classroom
July 18, 2018
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Exploring Rural Minnesota To Learn Who Could Benefit From Tax Reform

This summer, MBA student Cody Evans is traveling to low-income areas targeted by a new federal program for economic investment to see how they could succeed.
Business is booming at this woolen mill in Bemidji, Minnesota, which MBA student Cody Evans says could benefit from new investment. Credit: Cody Evans
July 13, 2018
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Tackling Real-World Problems With the Poorest of the Poor

Stanford students pitch their projects at the Design for Extreme Affordability expo. Please ignore the clothespins and duct tape.
The Extreme Expo. Credit: Patrick Beaudouin
July 06, 2018
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Steven A. Denning, Arbuckle Award Recipient: Look Outside Yourself for the Answers

The business icon tells students to provide what we truly need, not simply improve what we have.
Steven A. Denning. Credit: Linda A. Cicero/Stanford News Service