Stanfordâs relationship to the Hoover Institution highlights Faculty Senate discussion
At its first meeting of the winter quarter, the Faculty Senate heard a presentation on the Hoover Institution and passed proposals intended to deemphasize the importance of wealth in undergraduate admission decisions.
By Kate Chesley
Faculty members participating in the first Faculty Senate meeting of the quarter Thursday expressed support for increased collaborations and interactions with the Hoover Institution and encouraged administrators there to enhance its presence on campus.
Hoover Institution Director Condoleezza Rice gave a presentation during Thursday’s Faculty Senate meeting that covered the institutionâs purpose and vision, infrastructure, funding, appointment process and research priorities. (Image credit: Andrew Brodhead)
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