![Grad David Durand shows off the class ring he made himself.](https://news.stanford.edu/__data/assets/image/0028/156295/20240615_Baccalaureate24_95A7158-Enhanced-NR.jpg)
A student’s journey cast in gold and silver
Profile
Product design major David Durand’s one-of-a-kind class ring incorporates campus landmarks from his time at Stanford, including the twisted column of the Meyer Green sculpture affectionately known as “the Churro.”
![Ahmad Koya in Memorial Court](https://news.stanford.edu/__data/assets/image/0028/155269/1500x1000_2_Ahmad_Koya.jpg)
A ‘waterbender’ pursues his global goal
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Ahmad Koya, who will graduate with a degree in environmental engineering in June, aims to help improve water systems around the world.
![Group portrait of Khaled, Kayla, and Rachel outside on a sunny day with bright green foliage behind them.](https://news.stanford.edu/__data/assets/image/0023/155813/Edit_student_commencement_story.jpg)
Three engineering grads prepare for their next chapter
News
On the eve of Commencement, a bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD student reflect on their time at Stanford School of Engineering.
![Student Jessica Layne practices on the new instrument at the Stanford University Mass Spectrometry Laboratory.](https://news.stanford.edu/__data/assets/image/0015/152412/SUMSfeaturephoto-1-.jpg)
Lab introduces students to biomedical research tools
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At the Vincent Coates Foundation Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, students learn to operate the same instruments researchers use to carry out groundbreaking studies.
Campus Resources:Resources for campus events, safety, and well-being
In a time of heightened anxiety and concern in light of the events in Israel and Gaza, President Saller and Provost Martinez have emphasized their commitment to providing for the safety and well-being of the campus community.
Catching up with the Stanford Solar Car Project
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Meet the interdisciplinary team of students who built a solar-powered race car from the ground up.