Ira Lit named faculty director of the Haas Center
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The education professor brings a career steeped in community-engaged scholarship and teaching to his new role leading Stanford’s public service hub.
Announcing the 2026 Award for Advancement of the Common Good honorees
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The award recognizes alumni who use their education and experience to address society’s most urgent challenges and positively impact communities. This year's recipients are Jacqueline Novogratz and Paul R. Williams.
2026-2027 Graduate Public Service Fellowship
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The Haas Center for Public Service offers the Graduate Public Service Fellowship as a space for graduate students to cultivate their skills, commitments, and identities as community-engaged scholars. Apply by June 6.
Angela Mata-Williams named Truman Scholar
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The Stanford junior, recognized for addressing health disparities in Indigenous and farmworker communities, has been awarded funding for her graduate studies.
Environmental stories come to life through student filmmakers
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In EARTHSYS 285, Stanford students learn documentary filmmaking while partnering with local communities to create visual stories about environmental issues.
Stanford’s hub for public service marks 40 years of inspiring change
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The Haas Center for Public Service empowers students to create lasting impact, connecting over 3,500 individuals each year with meaningful service opportunities.
Jeannette Wang named Newman Civic Fellow for strengthening democratic participation
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The Stanford junior was recognized for her efforts to unite students across political divides and advance civic engagement.
Cardinal Course blends urban planning with public service
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URBANST 164: Sustainable Cities pairs students with Bay Area organizations on projects ranging from affordable housing to climate adaptation.
Students connect over volunteer projects at ‘Spring into Service’ event
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At the Haas Center for Public Service’s annual event, over 180 students took part in activities like assembling care kits for campus workers and making blankets for local shelters.
Isaac Nehring named Truman Scholar
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The Stanford junior was recognized for his work on rural conservation and development issues with the award, which funds graduate studies for students interested in careers in public service.