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The latest news and an inside look at the people and ideas that drive the MBA community.

Women at Stanford Graduate School of Business
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Women at Stanford Graduate School of Business

MBA Admissions Update

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We are pleased to welcome Jamie Schein, MBA ’91, as the interim assistant dean of MBA Admissions and Financial Aid. Over the past 10 years, Jamie has held various leadership positions at Stanford Graduate School of Business, first as director of strategy and curricular support for MBA and MSx Programs and most recently as assistant dean and director of the Career Management Center. Jamie brings extensive experience managing programs as well as supporting students in their academic and professional journeys. Her commitment to understanding and enriching the student experience will bring tremendous value to the team. 

Prior to working at Stanford, Jamie held management positions at several technology companies. She also led an education foundation, served on the governing board of a California public school district, and founded a small business. Jamie holds an AB in history from Harvard College and an MBA from Stanford GSB.

Academic Experience in the Stanford MBA Program
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Academic Experience in the Stanford MBA Program

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How MBAs At An Elite Business School Celebrate Pride Month

At Stanford Graduate School of Business, Pride celebrations aren’t exclusive to the month of June. Bruno Rigonatti Mendes, MBA ’24, says Pride events throughout the year include field days, watch parties, Thanksgiving dinners, a Drag 101 session, and a school-wide gathering in honor of International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia.

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Catherine Roberts Joins Stanford GSB as CCMO

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April 23, 2024
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“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
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What the Science Says: New Podcast Highlights Research Findings

If/Then aims to help business leaders address modern problems
December 15, 2023
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David Kang to Lead Stanford GSB Executive Education

New associate dean brings experience from media, entertainment, and higher education.
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.
December 07, 2023
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Changemakers — Diversifying Broadway’s Investor Pool

This entertainment veteran is extending the journey for the legendary Soul Train brand. Next stop: Broadway.
December 05, 2023
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Panel: Addressing AI Threats to Democracy an “Urgent Matter”

Seminar addresses worries about deep fakes, election disruption.