Election season at Stanford
President Tessier-Lavigne and Provost Drell share thoughts on the 2020 election season as it enters its final stretch.
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Our Approach to Fall Quarter
In these turbulent times, Stanford is preparing an enriching period of learning and community for our students.
Read more about Our Approach to Fall QuarterA message on campus zones to support health and safety
President Tessier-Lavigne writes on the establishment of temporary campus zones, aligned with guidance from the State of California, to support health and safety amid the continuing pandemic.
Read more about A message on campus zones to support health and safetyPresident’s update on autumn 2020 undergraduate education
In an email to the university community, President Tessier-Lavigne announces adjustments to Stanford’s plans for the undergraduate autumn quarter due to continuing public health conditions.
Read more about President’s update on autumn 2020 undergraduate educationBudget and workforce update
In a message to the Stanford community, President Tessier-Lavigne provides an update on the budget planning process and its implications for the university's workforce.
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In an email to the campus community, President Marc Tessier-Lavigne discusses the federal government’s decision today to rescind its July 6 guidance requiring nonimmigrant students who are not taking in-person classes in fall 2020 to leave the United States.
Read more about Update for our international studentsSupporting our international students
In a message to the university community, President Marc Tessier-Lavigne discusses Stanford’s opposition to a new federal rule affecting international students this fall. The president wrote to the Department of Homeland Security urging the department to rescind the announcement, and Stanford will join an amicus brief challenging the new rule in court.
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President Tessier-Lavigne, Provost Drell and Director of Athletics Bernard Muir discuss reductions in Stanford varsity sports being undertaken to support financial sustainability and competitive excellence.
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Meeting the Moment
Stanford is working to address urgent imperatives in the country and the world.
Read more about Meeting the MomentAdvancing racial justice at Stanford
In an email to the university community, President Tessier-Lavigne outlines initiatives Stanford will be undertaking to address racial inequity and anti-Black racism.
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