Stanford Distinguished Careers Institute

Stanford Distinguished Careers Institute (DCI) announces its Class of 2026. Bringing diverse backgrounds to campus, DCI Fellows are a valuable resource for Stanford students and faculty. Learn more about Stanford DCI’s Class of 2026.

Stanford Distinguished Careers Institute (DCI) announces its Class of 2026. Bringing diverse backgrounds to campus, DCI Fellows are a valuable resource for Stanford students and faculty. Learn more about Stanford DCI’s Class of 2026.

Connect with experienced fellows and alumni for panels, project coaching, conversations, and collaborative events through the Stanford Distinguished Careers Institute.

Two years ago, the Distinguished Careers Institute associate director surprised herself by winning a puzzling competition. This week, she's competing at the World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship in Valladolid, Spain. “I’ve been able to engage with such a wide variety of people over this quirky little thing.”

Thirty-three new fellows have been accepted into the Stanford Distinguished Careers Institute, an innovative fellowship program designed to help mid-career leaders thrive in their next chapter by providing opportunities to learn, reflect, and contribute through engagement with the Stanford academic community.