Programs sponsored by the VPGE office attract graduate students from all over campus and are a great way to experience interdisciplinary learning. The programs listed below also feature interdisciplinary learning as one of their main objectives.
Programs in Interdisciplinary Learning
12@12 / 12@6
Connect with a diverse group of graduate students to informally discuss "big questions" or learn about their research and hot topics in their field. Over lunch at 12 PM or dinner at 4:30 PM or 6 PM, 12 students and a faculty or staff facilitator either choose complex, real-world questions to discuss over the course of multiple sessions, or, for those who choose the Outside the [Lunch] Box group, discuss their own research or a hot topic in their field.
Connecting with Leaders: Knowledge, Wisdom, and Community Building
Be inspired and energized by the wisdom and experience of Stanford's Distinguished Career Institute Fellows. The Connecting with Leaders panel discussion and reception is a unique opportunity to learn from leaders with inspiring and meaningful careers.
Designing the Professional
What is it you really want out of the life that your Stanford education is making available to you? Have too many ideas for your career - or not enough? Wondering how to weave together what really fits you, is doable, and will be satisfying and meaningful? Then join us for Designing the Professional (ENGR311B, Spring Q). All graduate students are invited - from both technical and non-technical disciplines.
Leadership Dinners
Which leaders would you want to invite to dinner? Leadership Dinners are a unique opportunity to interact with inspiring leaders and a small group of graduate students over dinner at the Faculty Club.
Leadership from the Inside Out: Know Thyself Before Leading Others
Learn to assess your core leadership strengths and areas for development to become an effective manager/leader.
Seven Secrets of Highly Successful Research Students
Learn seven key habits that our research and experience with thousands of students show will make a difference to how quickly and easily you complete your research degree.
