Stanford University Profile

In the News

1. Stanford Announces New AI Research Center
   Stanford has launched a new interdisciplinary artificial intelligence research center, focusing on the ethical implications and societal impact of AI technology.

2. Stanford News

3. Stanford Reports Record-Breaking Enrollment for 2023
   Despite declining enrollment trends regionally, Stanford has reported a 5% increase in its undergraduate enrollment for the class of 2023.

4. Inside Higher Ed

5. Stanford Partners with Google to Enhance Online Learning Tools
   Stanford University has partnered with Google to revamp its online education platforms adding next-gen features such as real-time A.I.-powered tutoring.

6. EdTech Magazine

7. Stanford Endowment Grows to $40 Billion, Leaders Credit Diversified Investments
   Investment gains have propelled Stanford University’s endowment to nearly $40 billion, making it one of the highest in the U.S.

8. Reuters

Technology and Software

Stanford University employs a wide range of technologies, platforms, and software solutions across administrative, academic, and research functions. Some key technology and software partners include:

• Learning Management Systems (LMS):
• Canvas LMS by Instructure

• Coursera (for online courses)

• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP):

• Oracle PeopleSoft Campus Solutions

• Workday (Human Resources and Payroll)

• Student Information Systems (SIS):

• PeopleSoft Student Information System (SIS)

• Library and Research Tools:

• Ex Libris Alma and Primo

• MATLAB (extensively used for research and teaching)

• Collaboration and Productivity Tools:

• Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Drive)
• Slack

• Zoom

• Data and Analytics Platforms:

• Tableau
• IBM Cognos Analytics

• Snowflake Cloud Data Warehouse

• Cybersecurity and IT Management:

• Palo Alto Networks

• Splunk

• Other Specialized Tools:

• Salesforce CRM (for alumni and donor relations)
• SAP Concur (for travel and expense management)
• AiM by AssetWorks (for facilities management)

Sources: G2Crowd, Stanford IT Services, EdTechConnect.

Budget

Sources: Annual financial reports from Stanford University’s official website.

Endowment

$40.1 billion

Source: National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), 2022.

Org Chart

Sources: Stanford Leadership Directory, Stanford Official Website

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