Piece Work

Stanford faculty examine the conditions that led to civil unrest in the Arab world, what it means for the region and how the United States should respond.

Bill Neukom, JD '67, shepherded Microsoft through its stormiest period and helped bring a World Series title to San Francisco. In both cases, he says, it was all about the team.

by Ann Killion

When an Internet smear campaign went viral, South Korean hip-hop star Tablo fought back with the only weapon he had: the truth. Sometimes, even that isn’t enough.

by Joshua Davis

The ancient art of origami has been revived by design innovations that push the boundary of what is possible and enable other applications of folding technology. Robert Lang has led the way.

by Greta Lorge

Sedate and seldom used today, Frost Amphitheater was once a vibrant venue for some of the most influential rock performers in the world.

by Ivan Maisel

In his book Why the West Rules For Now, professor Ian Morris claims it was geography, not people, that gave Europe and North America a leg up centuries ago, and contributes now to the East's inexorable rise.

by Joel McCormick

When a Stanford grad first produced a beam of amplified light 50 years ago, it spawned a technological frenzy that revolutionized everything from precision surgery to Pink Floyd concerts. Here are the highlights.

by Greta Lorge

by Mike Antonucci

Jim Plunkett has taken a lot of hits over the years. Thanks to family and a group of teammates who remain best friends, Stanford’s only Heisman Trophy winner still stands tall.

by Mike Antonucci