Helpful Stanford Resources for Students and Postdocs

These are not all-inclusive lists. Rather, these are helpful starting points for identifying relevant resources.

Academic and Professional Development

Academic Coaching: Help with common challenges such as note-taking and time management for all students
Stanford Career Education: Career planning and job search resources for all students
Center for Teaching and Learning: Training and resources for instructors and TAs
Dissertation Bootcamp: For graduate students writing their dissertation, thesis, or other projects
English for Foreign Students: Courses for all students for whom English is a second language
Grad Studio: A peer-learning program for graduate students consisting of instructional workshops followed by work sessions on topics related to graduate academics such as citation management, data presentation, and literature reviews
Grad Study Halls: A space for graduate students for focused work related to their research
Haas Center for Public Service: Connecting all students with opportunities to serve local, national, and global communities
Hume Center for Writing and Speaking: Resources and tutoring in oral and written communication for all students
Lathrop Learning Hub: Technology support and resources for all students
Office of Accessible Education: Academic and residential accommodations for all students with disabilities
Office of Postdoctoral Affairs: Support for postdocs in all aspects of their training
Stanford On & Off-Campus Learning Opportunities (SOLO): A listing of experiential learning opportunities (ELOs) for undergraduates, graduates, and postdocs.
Student Learning Programs: Tutoring, study halls, coaching and other resources for all students
Vice Provost and Dean of Research: Resources for managing scholarly inquiry and research for all students
Vice Provost for Graduate Education: Professional development, fellowships, programs, and other resources for graduate students
Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education: Academic advising and planning, programs, funding, and other resources for undergraduates

Campus Communities and Community Centers

Asian American Activities Center: (A³C)-Resources, programming, and support for the Asian and Asian American Stanford community
Bechtel International Center: Resources and support for international students and scholars and their families
Black Community Services Center: (“The Black House"): Resources, programming, and support for the Black community at Stanford
El Centro Chicano y Latino: Resources, programming, and support for the Chicano and Latino community at Stanford
First-Gen and/or Low Income (FLI): Support and resources for all FLI students
Graduate Life Office: Support and resources for graduate students
Hillel@Stanford: Resources, programing, and support for the Jewish community at Stanford
The Markaz: Resource Center: Resources, programing, and support for the global Muslim community at Stanford
Native American Cultural Center: Resources, programming, and support for the Native American, Alaskan Native, Native Hawai’ian community at Stanford
Office for Inclusion, Belonging and Intergroup Communication (IBIC): Resources and programming for all students to build communication and understanding across differences.
Office for Military-Affiliated Communities: Resources, programming, and support for the military-affiliated and veteran communities at Stanford
Queer Student Resources: Resources, programming, and support for all students of all gender identities and sexual orientations
Office for Religious and Spiritual Life: Guidance and support of spiritual and religious life in the Stanford community
Undocumented at Stanford: Resources for undocumented students
Women’s Community Center: Resources, programming, and support for all students around issues of gender, equity, identity, and justice

Concerns and Grievances

Protected Identity Harm Reporting: For reporting and addressing an act of harm to an individual or community based on their identity
ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)/Section 504 Grievance Procedure: For grievances alleging discrimination on the basis of disability or denial of accommodations and services
Age Discrimination Act of 1975: For grievances alleging discrimination on the basis of age
Grievance Resolution Procedure for Postdoctoral Scholars: For postdoc academic and non-academic grievances
SHARE/Title IX Office: For reporting alleged incidents of interpersonal violence, harassment, and/or gender-based discrimination
Student Academic Grievance Procedure: For student grievances alleging improper academic decision
Student Grievances: Stanford Bulletin student grievances summary page
Student Non-Academic Grievance Procedure: For student grievances that do not fall within other processes, including potential discrimination and harassment

Concern for a Student or Postdoc

Red Folder: Guidance and resources for faculty & staff supporting student well-being, comprehensive listing of resources when there is concern for a student
Graduate Life Office (Graduate Students): 24/7 support for graduate students or to report concern about a graduate student
Office of Postdoctoral Affairs: Resources for postdocs, including emergency resources
Student Support Team (Undergraduates): 24/7 support for undergraduate students or to report concern about an undergraduate

Confidential Resources

CAPS - Counseling and Psychological Services: Counseling and mental health services for all students
Confidential Support Team (CST): Counseling and consultation for those impacted by sexual, relationship, and gender-based violence
Faculty Staff Help Center: Counseling and other resources for postdocs
Office of the Ombuds: Any concern interfering with academic or work life for all community members
Office of Religious and Spiritual Life: Resource for all community members regardless of personal beliefs
Postdoc Assistance Program: Counseling and resources for postdocs’ personal and work-life issues
The Bridge Peer Counseling Center: Student-run peer counseling for all students
Vaden Health Services: Student medical health services and preventative counseling
Weiland Health Initiative: Clinical services for students across all gender identities and sexual orientations

Department and Program Resources

Director of Graduate Studies: Faculty member who oversees graduate education, a resource for questions and concerns (see department’s Bulletin page)
Director of Undergraduate Studies: Faculty member who oversees undergraduate education, a resource for questions and concerns (see department’s Bulletin page)
Handbooks: Academic policies and processes for a specific degree program (not all programs have a handbook)
Student Services Staff: A first contact for questions about degree requirements and resources

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity and Access Office: University-wide compliance with federal, state and local regulations about non-discrimination and disability access
Diversity Works: Stanford news, resources, and events related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
H&S Diversity Programs: Resources for H&S faculty, graduate students, and prospective graduate students
IDEAL (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access in a Learning Environment): President’s initiative on inclusion, diversity, equity, and access in research, recruitment, education, and engagement
Office of Accessible Education: Support and resources for all students with disabilities
Office for Inclusion, Belonging and Intergroup Communication (IBIC): Resources and programming to build communication and understanding across differences at Stanford
VPGE Diversity Initiatives: VPGE resources to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in graduate education

Financial Resources

Financial Aid Graduate Basics: Information for graduate students about funding and financial aid
Financial Aid Undergraduate Basics: Information for undergraduate students about financial aid
Financial Aid Office: Helpful information for all students, including estimated cost of attendance
Financial Assistance Programs for Postdoctoral Scholars: Funding for postdocs facing financially challenging situations
Graduate Student Support Funding: Funding for graduate students facing financially challenging situations
Mind Over Money: Resources to equip all students to make informed financial decisions
My Finances: Information for all students about their student accounts, payroll deduction, and other financial topics
Opportunity Fund: Financial assistance for FLI undergraduates with unexpected financial challenges and opportunities related to their academic or professional development

Health and Wellness

The Bridge Peer Counseling Center: Student-run peer counseling for all students
CAPS - Counseling and Psychological Services: Counseling and mental health services for all students
Confidential Support Team (CST): Counseling and consultation for those impacted by sexual, relationship, and gender-based violence
Environmental Health and Safety: Health and Safety information for all community members
Grieving at Stanford: Help and resources when experiencing grief and loss.
Lactation Resources: Helpful resources about breastfeeding including campus locations
Mental Health Resources at Stanford: An overview of Stanford’s mental health and wellness resources for students
Muslim Mental Health Initiative (MMHI) Care Program: Connects students to local Muslim-identifying therapists
Office of Religious and Spiritual Life: Resource for all community members regardless of personal beliefs
Recreation and Wellness: Recreation, fitness, and wellness information for the Stanford community
SHARE/Title IX Office: Resources for community impacted by interpersonal violence, harassment, and gender-based discrimination
Vaden Student Health Center: Student medical health services and preventative counseling
Well-Being at Stanford: Resources and programs to promote student wellbeing and flourishing
Weiland Health Initiative: Health and wellness resources for students across all gender identities and sexual orientations

University Policies

Administrative Guide: Policies and guidelines for non-research university activities, including undergraduate and graduate student employment
Graduate Academic Policies and Procedures: University policies and information related to graduate student academic progress
Research Policy Handbook: University policies and guidelines related to research
Stanford Bulletin: Official catalog of courses, degrees, policies, and degree requirements
University-wide policy documents: Helpful list of university-wide policies and guidelines