News

Inside the new home of the Department of African and African American Studies

April 22, 2026
From Essence to Stanford: Elaine Ray inducted into Black Legends Hall of Fame Silicon Valley

Communications Director Emeritus Elaine C. Ray was inducted into the Class of 2024 at the Black Legends Hall of Fame Silicon Valley.

March 1, 2024
New Department of African and African American Studies marks historic moment at Stanford

January 10, 2024
Clayborne Carson honored with 2023 Freedom Award

This award recognizes individuals for their exceptional contributions to advancing civil and human rights.

November 3, 2023
Looking back on the music that accompanied the march on Washington 60 years ago

August 26, 2023

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President’s statement on discovery of noose

May 9, 2022
Mary Foston-English LMFT - Recognized by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists on her recent publication

November 8, 2021
Jan Barker-Alexander Wins 2021 Kenneth M. Cuthbertson Award

June 15, 2021
Provostial Appointments for Patrick Dunkley and Shirley Everett

Leadership appointments announced by Provost Persis Drell seek to advance key strategic objectives of the university.

April 7, 2021