Browse the articles below to learn more about the impact of gifts to Stanford GSB.
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March 27, 2026
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Investing in the Next Generation of GSB Scholars
As the PhD program expands, fellowships keep the world’s top scholars focused on discovery.
October 09, 2025
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Shining a Spotlight on Alumni Catalysts
Showcasing alumni who have helped create a legacy of impact
June 19, 2025
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Stanford GSB Celebrates Another Class of “Pioneers” During Its Centennial Year
Akshata Murty and Rishi Sunak, both MBA ’06, addressed the Class of 2025 at this year’s commencement ceremony
September 26, 2024
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Stanford Launches Initiative for Financial Decision-Making
A bold new program will combine education, research, and technology to build the future of personal finance.
May 31, 2023
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New Program Accelerates Sustainable Solutions through Ecopreneurship
The Stanford Ecopreneurship program offers a set of courses and opportunities that support students in addressing the global climate transition.
October 28, 2019
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Golub Capital Social Impact Lab Aims to Enhance Social Sector Effectiveness
The recently launched lab aims to support and guide innovation in the social sector.
October 10, 2017
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Making Social Innovation Competitive for Business Students
SMIF fellowships support students who look to use their management skills for social good.
June 23, 2017
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Stanford ACT Celebrates 30 Years of Pro Bono Impact
Hundreds of Stanford MBA volunteers donate more than $3 million of consulting value annually.
June 21, 2017
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Advice to Class of 2017: “Life is a Team Sport”
Stanford Graduate School of Business alumna Penny Pritzker and Dean Levin send graduates off to launch careers of meaning and impact.
May 24, 2017
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Stanford GSB Recognizes Student Leaders Committed to Social Change
Next generation of social innovators honored with Stanford Impact Leader Fellowship.
April 07, 2016
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2016 Arbuckle Award Honoree Laura Esserman Has Been “Changed for Good”
Since 1968, Stanford GSB has recognized lifelong achievement in management, leadership, and community service with the Ernest C. Arbuckle Award.
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.
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 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 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 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.
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.
March 15, 2011
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Innovating for Emerging Markets
Through the generosity of Marko Dimitrijevic, MBA ’85, Stanford GSB is able to place even greater focus in the study of emerging markets with the establishment of the Emerging Markets Innovation Fund.
