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Stanford University reported returns on its investment portfolio as of June 30, 2026.

Kenneth Schultz, political science professor and longtime Bing Overseas Studies Program faculty partner, shares his vision for the program and why global education is more important than ever.

The former CASBS fellow and board member most recently served a one-year term as the center’s interim director.

Ashby Morrison, a professor of biology, has been named associate vice provost for graduate education and postdoctoral affairs, beginning with the 2026-27 academic year.

The distinguished leader in higher education and accomplished scholar in the fields of law, history, and education reform will begin her tenure on Nov. 1.

Inês Azevedo aims to foster rigorous, cross-disciplinary research and prepare the next generation of leaders and professionals.

The U.S. Department of Energy announced the first phase of funding for projects using artificial intelligence to tackle the nation’s most complex science and technology challenges, including six led by Stanford and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory.

The Stanford alum will lead one of higher education’s largest and most influential alumni organizations following the retirement of Howard Wolf.

Lynch will begin serving as the university general counsel in August following the retirement of Debra Zumwalt.

Rehkopf, a professor of epidemiology and population health, sociology, and medicine, will begin his tenure later this summer.