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Around the GSB | February 2026

Feb 25, 2026, 1:10 AMstanford
Honoring Black History Month.
 

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In celebration of Black History Month, we’re spotlighting Patrice Tsafack, MBA ’26, who was born in Cameroon and brings a global perspective shaped by experiences across continents and cultures.

Were also excited to share our lineup of admissions events happening in March. Join us to meet GSB students, learn about the admissions process, and get your questions answered. See you online!
Honoring Black History Month at Stanford GSB

Patrice Tsafack, MBA ’26, shares what Black History Month means to him. He reflects on the role of community at Stanford GSB, including the Africa Business Club and the Black Business Student Association, in shaping his sense of belonging and leadership inside and outside the classroom.

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Video Explainer: What is AI Complementarity?

AI is often portrayed as our job-stealing rival. But what if its true power is helping us do what we do best?

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Faculty Voices: Peter M. DeMarzo

For Peter DeMarzo, the John G. McDonald Professor of Finance, it’s all about the moment when the light bulb goes off — either in his head, or in someone else’s.

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Spurring Startup Success: Celebrating Thirty Years of CES

Since 1996, the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies has helped launch hundreds of companies. It has also established Stanford GSB’s name as a leader in entrepreneurial training and an important source of talent for the startup world.

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Pioneers of Stanford Graduate School of Business 

To commemorate Stanford GSB’s Centennial, we dug into the school’s history to learn more about some of the students and faculty who went first, took risks, and led the way for future generations.

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Taylor Harris, MD/MBA ’24

“There are a lot of parallels between medicine and business in terms of challenges to creating a more diverse workforce.”
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Upcoming Events 

Meet an MBA Student

3 March | 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. PT | Online

The MBA + Master’s Tour Africa
4 March | 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. South Africa Time | Online


First Fridays with GSB Admissions: Center for Social Innovation
6 March | 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. PT | Online

The MBA + Master’s Tour India and Asia-Pacific
10 March | 8:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Singapore Time | Online

The MBA + Master’s Tour Latin America
12 March | 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Brasilia Time | Online

MBA + Master’s Tour Los Angeles
23 March | 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. PT | Online

MBA + Master’s Tour San Francisco
24 March | 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. PT | Online


Your Questions: Just in Time for Round 3
31 March | 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. PT | Online

 

That’s all for now.

Whether you’d like to move up in your chosen field or change paths completely, the education you receive at Stanford GSB will empower you with the knowledge, skills, and long-term vision that lead to innovation and growth.

Our students and alumni don’t all fit one mold, and we don’t expect candidates to either. We hope you’ll consider applying in an upcoming round and look forward to learning more about your story. The Round 3 application deadline is 7 April 2026.

Remember, you can create a MyStanfordGSB.Info account to gain access to additional content — including tips and recommended resources.

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