Features
A Hard Look at How We See Race
Social psychologist Jennifer Eberhardt’s research reveals pervasive and persistent unconscious racial bias. Now law enforcement officials are working with Eberhardt to institute training that takes it into account.
The Mad Hatters of Stanford
Though it began as a friendly interclass rivalry in the earliest years of the university, the Plug Ugly eventually degenerated into an annual melee that resulted in serious injuries to students. This is the story of a forgotten tradition and the events that led to its demise.
Why We Cheat
Breaking the rules to gain an advantage or cut a corner is an ancient practice, and as commonplace as ever. In higher education and throughout society, understanding the motivation for cheating may help deter it.
When Stanford Got Its Groove
A group of passionate students pulled off one of the most remarkable musical events in Bay Area history 50 years ago, bringing the giants of jazz to campus, one after another.
Farm Report
Water Power
Water droplet computer
Losing Its Bite
Shark encounters
Chemistry Without Tears
For love of chemistry
Assault Policies Published
Sexual assault policies
Irrigating in a Bone-Dry Time
Saving water
'Trying to Open Eyes'
On art, etc.
McMurtry Dazzles
McMurtry building opens
Band Ban
Band is banned
Star Burst
A player to watch
Departments
Class Notes
Farewells
Marine Ecologist
Raphael David Sagarin, '94
Energy Scientist
Richard Freeman "Dick" Post, PhD '51
Woolf Scholar
Ellen Goodrich Hawkes, PhD '75
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10 Reasons to Like this Course
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Obituaries
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Books, Music, Etc.
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Third Time's the Charm
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How Elephants Establish Who Is in Charge