Community
Stanford faculty and staff are part of a proud tradition of excellence. The work we do truly matters, and that matters to us. We work to stay connected to Stanford’s mission, and to each other. We all want to feel supported, included, and trusted at work.
Community News
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Your health can't wait: Schedule preventive dental and vision exams today
Pssst…when was the last time you visited the dentist? How about the eye doctor? Preventive care catches issues before they become headaches - literally! -
A life dedicated to service: Tiffany Quang's volunteering journey
This Stanford staffer's story offers an inspiring glimpse into how one person can make a meaningful difference. -
Sequoia: The story behind the name
There’s meaning behind the name – learn how the name Sequoia reflects the strength and future focus of Stanford’s new HR and Payroll system.
Build Meaningful Connections

Join an Employee Group
Build your community with other faculty and staff by sharing knowledge and supporting personal, cultural, and social interests.
Explore groups at Stanford
Cardinal at Work Cares
Participate in the expanded employee give-back program and explore year-round opportunities to make a difference in your community.
Discover ways to engage
Stanford Celebrates You
Service to Stanford means service to our mission: Helping the world be a better place. Service milestones are recognized institutionally with the Stanford Celebrates You program, as well as within each school and unit based on local practices.
Learn about recogition for years of service
Employee Recognition
Take some time to show appreciation for your peers or your staff by sending a digital card, changing your Zoom background, or using "Thank you" Slack emojis to say thanks.
Find tools to share appreciation
Community Events
The Stanford community has a number of annual events each year open to the faculty and staff community.
View the events at a glance
Photo Galleries
Check out our Cardinal at Work highlights featuring some of your colleagues with photo galleries and photo contests, plus Zoom backgrounds you can use.
View photo galleries
It's pretty "sweet" to be connected with Stanford! Check out the best perks and rewards of being affiliated with Stanford.