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‘Tell Us About a Relationship That Has Lasted Since Stanford’
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‘Tell Us About a Relationship That Has Lasted Since Stanford’

At Reunion Homecoming, we asked alumni about the ties that can’t be broken.

A Speedier Solution? Using AI to Repair Power Lines
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A Speedier Solution? Using AI to Repair Power Lines

One company’s approach to addressing California’s fire season—and aging infrastructure everywhere.

by Diana Aguilera

Seven Tips for Making Friends After College
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Seven Tips for Making Friends After College

Here’s how seven alums built their social networks after leaving the Farm.

by John Roemer

How to Quit Your Job
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How to Quit Your Job

Stanford’s ‘Design Your Life’ gurus break down what can be fixed and when to move on.

by Melinda Sacks

Meet Emily Gardner
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Meet Emily Gardner

Stanford undergraduate combines competitive powerlifting with neuroscience research.

by Jill Patton

After 31 Years, Former 49er McColl Dons His White Coat
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After 31 Years, Former 49er McColl Dons His White Coat

A funny thing—or two—happened on the way to practicing medicine.

by Kelli Anderson

Leland Stanford: Silicon Valley’s Original Disruptor?
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Leland Stanford: Silicon Valley’s Original Disruptor?

A new book describes a man on the fast track.

by Sam Scott

Women Ask Fewer Questions in Scientific Meetings
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Women Ask Fewer Questions in Scientific Meetings

Even when they outnumber the men in the audience.

by Charity Ferreira

Good Diaper Deeds
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Good Diaper Deeds

Alumnae get essentials into the hands of parents who need them.

by Jill Patton

Trick-or-Treat Trail Topics
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Trick-or-Treat Trail Topics

The news is too scary for Halloween. Here’s what to talk about instead.

by Summer Moore Batte