Around the Farm

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Stanford Report —

Exploring concepts of citizenship

Frosh tackled some big questions about the ideals of citizenship and democracy for their second course in COLLEGE, Stanford’s newly restructured undergraduate requirement program.

Stanford Report —

Denning House tours available

The Stanford community and the general public are invited to tour the home of Knight-Hennessy Scholars, enjoy the surrounding scenery, and experience its world-class art.

Stanford School of Humanities and Sciences —

Peter Duus has died

The professor emeritus of history helped found the fields of modern Japanese history and Asian studies and is remembered for his prolific scholarship, humor, and grace.

Stanford Report —

‘Lost Birds’ memorial comes to campus

Artist Todd McGrain’s bird memorial documenting a changing world can now be seen on the Stanford campus. A companion documentary film screening and musical performance are scheduled for Family Weekend.

Stanford Medicine —

Nobel laureate and recombinant DNA pioneer Paul Berg dies

The Stanford Medicine biochemist shared the 1980 Nobel Prize in chemistry for creating the first recombinant DNA molecule, and is credited with sparking the field of genetic engineering.

Stanford Report —

Tony Kovscek elected to the National Academy of Engineering

Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability faculty member Tony Kovscek has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering, which is one of the highest professional distinctions bestowed upon engineers.

Stanford Report —

I’ll be there for you

Six mid-career professors on the group friendship that has sustained them since their early days at Stanford.