Your Perspective on AI is Invaluable

Submit a thought piece—in any format—on a question or challenge at the intersection of AI and education by November 6, 2026. Selected pieces from university community contributors will earn a $2,000 award, spark Stanford-wide conversation, and be featured at a January 2027 public event. Explore competition details.

VPUE
VPUE
Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education
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Ways of Thinking / Ways of Doing

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Ways is Stanford’s unique general education breadth requirement. Create your own custom toolkit with a set of intellectual skills to use here and take with you when you graduate. 

You must take 11 courses in 8 Ways any time during your undergraduate years. Explore our brochure and learn more about the Ways in the tiles below.

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