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 QuarterCategory: Speeches & Writings
A 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 safetyPresidentās update on autumn 2020 undergraduate education
In an email to the university community, President Tessier-Lavigne announces adjustments to Stanfordās plans for the undergraduate autumn quarter due to continuing public health conditions.
Read more about Presidentās 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.
Read more about Budget and workforce updateUpdate for our international students
In an email to the campus community, President Marc Tessier-Lavigne discusses the federal governmentās 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 Stanfordās 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.
Read more about Supporting our international studentsAn open letter on Stanford Athletics
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.
Read more about Advancing racial justice at StanfordThe Supreme Court’s DACA decision
President Tessier-Lavigne and Provost Drell comment on the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.
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