David Studdert named vice provost and dean of research
David Studdert, professor of health policy and of law, is currently serving as senior associate vice provost of research. He succeeds Kathryn Moler, who will return to research and teaching.
Senators approved a proposal on the academic residency requirement and heard a presentation on Ways, the university’s general education breadth requirement, during its last meeting of the 2022-23 academic year. The Faculty Senate also rescinded a motion amending the Honor Code.
Gift boosts vision for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education Institute
A gift from Stanford alum Evan Spiegel helps advance the institute’s mission, including digitizing King’s writings and relocating to a new space at the heart of campus.
Stanford launches fund to bring campus innovations to industry
The High Impact Technology (HIT) Fund provides business guidance and industry connections to Stanford researchers and entrepreneurs, as well as awards of up to $250,000. One of the pilot projects creates immersive sonic experiences by situating participants in the acoustics of any building or physical structure in augmented and mixed reality.
Independent review of January police stop released
An outside consultant highlighted concerns with some tactics used, but found Stanford deputies complied with public safety standards and showed no bias in their interactions with a Black motorist during a police stop in January. The report also identified areas for additional training.
Stanford alumni honored for work advancing the common good
Dianne Calvi and Rey Saldaña are honored with the 2023 President’s Award for the Advancement of the Common Good, which celebrates the work of alumni making a positive impact on communities.
Academic Council reflects on 2022-23 academic year
The 2022-23 Annual Meeting of the Academic Council featured a panel discussion of Stanford faculty on ChatGPT, generative AI, and the future of teaching and learning; an annual report from the president; and remarks from the Faculty Senate chair.
New advisory committee will help enhance Jewish life at Stanford
President Marc Tessier-Lavigne appointed members to a panel charged with helping enhance Jewish life at Stanford and reaffirmed support for the community in the wake of recent antisemitic activity in campus buildings.
