Incoming freshman were welcomed with some sound advice on how to navigate their Stanford experience.
Drawing inspiration from the life of Peter the Great, who explored the societies of the modern world to the west in his quest to transform medieval Russia into a modern, scientific, European-oriented country, President John Hennessy urged new students Tuesday to investigate new subjects and interests during their time at Stanford.
"We ask that you become an enthusiastic member of this academic community," Hennessy said. "We ask you to take advantage of what Stanford will offer—to have the determination and conviction to make these next years with us a springboard to a life lived with passion and commitment."
Hennessy was one of several speakers who welcomed new students and their families to the Stanford community during at the 123rd Opening Convocation Ceremony, which inaugurates the academic year. The ceremony, held in the Main Quad, also featured Jessica Anderson, a Stanford senior; Richard Shaw, dean of admission and financial aid; and Harry J. Elam Jr., vice provost for undergraduate education. Each speaker encouraged new students to explore the wealth of opportunities and experiences available to them at Stanford.
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Stanford Writing Supplement now available through Common Application
August 8, 2013
Students interested in applying to Stanford for the 2014-2015 academic year can now access the Stanford Writing Supplement online at The Common Application.
Students are welcome to get started on both the First-Year Common Application and the Stanford Writing Supplement. The Restrictive Early Action application deadline is November 4, and the Regular Decision deadline is January 1. Follow us on Twitter @ApplyStanford for future updates.
2013 Commencement weekend at Stanford
June 17, 2013
More than 25,000 family members and friends gathered for Stanford's 122nd Commencement weekend. The keynote of Sunday's Commencement ceremony was an address by Michael Bloomberg, mayor of New York City. He spoke to the graduates who entered Stanford Stadium with the traditional Wacky Walk. Highlights on Saturday included the Baccalaureate address by alumna Valarie Kaur, an award-winning filmmaker, civil rights advocate and interfaith organizer; and the Class Day Lecture by Mehran Sahami, an associate professor of computer science. Below are highlights of some of the events.
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