CAMPUS EVENTS, STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS, AND COMMUNITY CENTERS
Visiting Scholars
Visiting scholars and public figures often speak on campus and can usually be heard without charge. Look for information in the Stanford Daily, in the Stanford Report, or on the Stanford Events web site.
Community members who are interested in a particular area of study should contact the related department or office and inquire about being added to its mailing list.
Dean of Students
Old Union, 2nd floor
723-2733
http://www.stanford.edu/dept/DOS/
The Dean of Students and staff encourage graduate student participation in campus programs and support student-initiated organizations both in graduate residences and across campus. They also seek to give graduate students useful information about off-campus events which may be of interest. The following services are offered with these goals in mind.
Campus Events
http://events.stanford.edu/
A central, comprehensive online calendar of events for the University.
Stanford Ticket Office
Tresidder Union, 1st floor
723-4317
http://stanfordevents.stanford.edu/
TThe Stanford Ticket Office, which includes a BASS outlet, sells tickets for events and performances both on and off campus. Included are sports, music, drama, and films.
Student Organizations
Students at Stanford have initiated hundreds of organizations designed to bring together community members around shared interests and concerns. Through their efforts these groups shape the Stanford community, providing all types of programs and educating the campus about important political issues.
All registered voluntary student organizations are listed on the web at http://mygroups.stanford.edu/search/, where you can also find links to the organizations' websites. In addition, the Stanford Directory lists hundreds of student organizations, all of which are open to graduate students and their spouses or domestic partners.
Office of Student Activities
Tresidder Union, 2nd floor
723-3542
http://www.stanford.edu/dept/OSA/
Graduate students and their spouses or domestic partners are invited to join the many student organizations registered with the Office of Student Activities (OSA). Advisers are available to help locate students with similar interests and to help students organize new groups.
Graduate Student Programming Board
http://www.stanford.edu/group/gspb/
The Graduate Student Programming Board (GSPB) is a University group dedicated to bringing together Stanford's graduate community. With our graduate student membership, we work closely with the Graduate Student Council, Community Associates (CAs), and the Graduate Life Office to provide large- and small-scale activities, including several events each quarter open to all graduate students. Past activities have included the Spring Carnival, the Grad Winter Ball, and free lotteried dinners.
The GSPB has open meetings weekly with refreshments. For contact information, past and future event description, and other relevant information, please see our website.
Student Community Centers
The following community centers provide nurturing environments where students find meeting space, support, and services. Most centers sponsor their own programs and provide information about community events. They also list groups across campus with similar interests.
Women's Community Center
Fire Truck House, 1st floor
723-0545
http://www.stanford.edu/group/womenscntr/
The Women's Community Center exists to provide programs and services designed to implement its goals of collaborative learning, community development, and social justice with regard to women's full inclusion and participation in the life of the Stanford University campus. Women's Guide to Stanford, a publication written by Stanford women students and published by the Women's Community Center, is a comprehensive guide to programs and services for women students on and off campus.
Graduate Women's Network
Fire Truck House, 1st floor
723-0545
http://www.stanford.edu/group/gwn/
The Graduate Women's Network provides academic and social support to graduate women across disciplines at Stanford University. Through organizing programs, roundtable discussions, and other opportunities for socializing, the Graduate Women's Network is an organization committed to meeting needs specific to graduate women.
Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Community Center
Fire Truck House, 2nd floor
725-4222
Events Tape: 723-1488
http://www.stanford.edu/group/QR/
Native American Cultural Center
Old Union Clubhouse
725-6944
http://www.stanford.edu/dept/nacc/
Asian American Students Association
Old Union Clubhouse, 2nd floor
723-3681
http://www.stanford.edu/group/AASA/
Black Community Services Center
Black House, 418 Santa Teresa Street
723-1587
http://www.stanford.edu/dept/BCSC/
El Centro Chicano
Old Union, The Nitery
723-2089
http://www.stanford.edu/dept/elcentro/
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STUDENT PARTICIPATION IN UNIVERSITY GOVERNANCE
Committees
Nominations Commission
In addition to departmental committees, there are more than 70 University, Academic Council, and Board of Trustee committees which include students. The Nominations Commission of the Associated Students of Stanford University (see below) is responsible for nominating students to these committees and can provide complete committee descriptions. Applications are solicited in October and May, and at other times of the year as positions become available.
Of particular interest to graduate students is the Committee on Graduate Studies (CGS), which is charged with formulating and reviewing implementation of policy concerning the substance and presentation of graduate education.
The Graduate Housing Advisory Committee (GHAC) provides graduate student input on graduate housing policy, assignment procedures, residence staffing, and programming policy matters, as well as general quality of life issues.
The Cowell Insurance Advisory Committee advises Cowell Student Health Service on Cardinal Care, the University's health insurance plan for students.
The following is a partial list of other Academic Council and University committees with student positions which may be of interest to graduate students.
Academic Council Committees:
Committee on Graduate Studies
Committee on Academic Appraisal and Achievement
Committee on Academic Computing and
Information Systems
Committee on Research
Committee on Libraries
University Committees:
Committee on Athletics, Physical Education,
and Recreation
Committee on Health and Safety
Committee on Land and Building Development
Committee on Parking and Transportation
Committees of the Board of Trustees:
Committee on Academic Policy, Planning,
and Management
Committee on Alumni and External Affairs
Committee on Development
Committee on Finance
Committee on Land and Buildings
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Associated Students of Stanford University
Tresidder Union, 2nd floor
725-ASSU
http://assu.stanford.edu/
Associated Students of Stanford University (ASSU) is the student government of Stanford University. It serves as the central campus forum for student concerns, provides student-focused services for the Stanford community, and administers funding for student events, activities, and organizations.
The ASSU has a three-pronged structure: the executive branch, the legislative branch, and business and service projects (Stanford Student Enterprises, or SSE).
A president and vice-president represent student needs and concerns to the University, oversee much of the day-to-day administration of the Association, and facilitate communication between students and the University. The legislative branch has an undergraduate arm, the Undergraduate Senate, and a graduate arm, the Graduate Student Council (see below). ASSU's business and service branch provides inexpensive services to the Stanford community, including the Student Store (souvenirs and insignia apparel), the Ad Agency, Lecture Notes, Sunday Flicks (movies on a big screen on campus), Stanford Design Group, and the Stanford Directory. It also oversees service projects, including the Speakers Bureau, Stanford Concert Network, legal counseling services, and banking services for student organizations. ASSU's legal counseling service provides free legal advice to registered Stanford students; call 723-3381 for additional information. This service (along with the Speakers Bureau and other student groups) is funded by the ASSU fees on your termbill. You can request a fee refund in the initial weeks of each quarter, but groups may deny their services to students requesting a refund from them. See the ASSU's website for more information or to request a refund.
There are various ways for students to get involved with the ASSU:
- Participate on a wide range of University decision-making committees through the work of the ASSU Nominations Commission (see above)
- Apply for paid positions in finance, administration, and service projects; call 725-1461 for specifics
- Run for office as ASSU president, vice president, or a member of the Graduate Student Council in the ASSU elections, which are held during Spring Quarter. Registration takes place mid-Winter Quarter.
Graduate Student Council
gsc@assu.Stanford.edu
http://gsc.stanford.edu/
The Graduate Student Council (GSC) is the branch of the ASSU composed of and working for graduate students. Its 15 members are elected every year to represent students from all 7 Schools of the University. In addition, the GSC welcomes the participation of all graduate students in fostering a vibrant graduate community.
The GSC develops activities in three main areas. The first is administering funds to support graduate student organizations and activities. The second is organizing and promoting social events targeted to the graduate community, such as parties or the annual Thanksgiving dinner. The third is advocacy, representing graduate students and defending their interests on important issues like housing, stipends, health insurance, and child care. In one sentence, the goal of the GSC is to make graduate life at Stanford better.
There are many opportunities to participate in GSC activities. GSC members meet every week to discuss issues and plan activities. These meetings are open to all graduate students; you will be welcomed whether you attend regularly or show up occasionally. You can also join ad-hoc groups targeting specific issues, such as housing, or help organize specific events.
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