Center for Social Innovation

Learn first-hand from the social innovators thought leaders

Social Innovators Series

Student-clubs contribute to an ongoing series of talks and discussions bringing to campus the greatest minds in social innovation. This is your chance to find out what people in the trenches are doing, what works and what doesn't, what strategies they are using to effect change.

This is also a unique opportunity for you to ask questions about their personal experience as leaders and innovators.

The Latest

Social Innovation in the White House: Insider Perspectives

President Obama has sent a powerful message to the American public since taking office: Social innovation can play an important role in rebuilding a stronger country. With the passage of stimulus packages in areas such as clean energy, national service, and climate change, it's clear that the White House is approaching national challenges in new ways. In this panel, hosted by Full Circle Fund and sponsored by the Stanford Center for Social Innovation, key staff in the Obama administration provide the broad outlines for these exciting changes.

The Annual Conradin von Gugelberg Memorial Lecture on the Environment

Understand what sustainability means for today's leaders and explore business opportunities in the fast evolving fields of clean technology, renewable energies, environment conservation and more.

This lecture is spearheaded by the von Gugelberg Memorial Fund, established by members of the MBA Class of 1987 to honor the memory of their classmate, Conradin von Gugelberg, who died shortly after graduation. Inspired by Conradin's love for the outdoors and commitment to environmental protection, particularly conservation and recycling, the von Gugelberg Fund aims to inspire and support students and alumni interested in environmental issues.