From fairs and festivals to comedy shows and bake sales, this photo gallery reflects the communal spirit and shared humanity of individuals striving to support one another amidst tragedy and turmoil.
Cultural Crossroads: Reflections of Solidarity in the Bay Area Read More »
Zakiya Carr Johnson, the chief diversity and inclusion officer for the U.S. Department of State, returned to her hometown of East Palo Alto in late September to speak at a community event held in her honor. Around 50 people attended the event hosted by the East Palo Alto Community Archive, a nonprofit that aims to
By the end of 2016 nearly 5.2 million refugees had arrived on Europe’s shores from Syria, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Nearly one million of those sought asylum in Germany, and Berlin alone sometimes received over 10,000 refugees in a single month.
A place to call home: Germany’s housing crisis is hitting refugees hardest Read More »
While the bulk of his career has been spent as a sports columnist, Dave Kindred considers himself a writer foremost. His love for writing can be traced back to his early years.
After five years playing for Stanford and a year as an assistant coach during graduate school, Ethan Ng is setting his sights on professional golf.
Balancing his rigorous academic schedule with competitive fencing, the classically trained tenor Alexander Jeon maintains the discipline of an elite athlete while nurturing a deep passion for music.
Elegance and precision: The dual life of Stanford fencer and singer Alexander Jeon Read More »
The recent crisis in Haiti didn’t come out of nowhere; centuries of foreign intervention coupled with an opportunistic Haitian political elite have contributed to the country’s troubles, said Robert Fatton Jr., former professor of Government and Foreign Affairs at the University of Virginia.
Amid Turmoil in Haiti, Little Girls Still Dance and Women Still Get Their Hair Done Read More »
From Michelangelo to Caravaggio, Italy is perhaps the most famous center of art in the world. But today’s artists, to fulfill their callings and find respect and success, are having to head abroad.
Journey to the United States: Four Italian Artists Find Opportunity and Success Read More »
Across the U.S., flag football’s popularity has skyrocketed in recent years. The debut of the Hellcats—a youth team representing West Alameda —reflects that growth, and a few of the reasons the sport has become important to many.
Leap of faith: A middle school flag football team’s first season Read More »
China’s ever-tightening oppressive grip over opposition and everyday life has Hong Kongers worried for the future.
Five years after a wave of Democratic protests, Hong Kongers fear for the future Read More »
How long does it take for wheelchair users to grab a cup of coffee? Unlike in large cities such as San Francisco, accessible rideshare apps are not reliable in places like Palo Alto. A 1.6-mile distance can turn into more than 1 hour of travel time for wheelchair users. Many factors go into a successful coffee run. Follow Stanford University graduate student, Tilly Griffiths, to find out more.
A 360 Experience: Traveling as a Power Wheelchair User in Palo Alto Read More »
Perched in the Stanford foothills is a still-working relic that has helped everything from NASA Mars missions to collecting bounced signals from the moon. Nowadays, it’s primarily used to track objects in space, to communicate with low-orbit satellites and assist in other general space assignments.
Discovering the Stanford Dish in 360: From Space Missions to Snowy Sledding Read More »
