Guiding Principles

OUR CORE VALUES

  • Consistency and congruence of words and actions
  • Cultivating an inclusive environment that fosters respect and belonging
  • Personal and collective accountability
  • Flexibility, agility, and adaptability
  • Teamwork and collaboration across all teams
  • Conducting our work with empathy, equity, and care

WHAT WE DO

  • Support the academic and operational missions and goals of our units
  • Represent and advocate on behalf of the school and influence Stanford decision-makers
  • Build strong partnerships with our colleagues
  • Responsibly manage resources entrusted to our care
  • Partner with our units to recruit, develop and retain a workforce with diverse thoughts, experiences, and backgrounds
  • Develop policy and provide training/support

HOW WE DO IT

  • Staying agile and adapting to new ways of working by being curious and innovative
  • Seeking input, being receptive to feedback and embracing multiple points of view
  • Providing meaningful opportunities for staff development
  • Advocating and embracing inclusive practices
  • Conducting our work with openness
  • Conducting our work with clarity and accountability
  • Celebrating our successes and learning from our mistakes

WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO

  • Ensure excellence in our research, teaching and learning mission
  • To support the retention and development of our talented and diverse staff
  • Cultivate a thriving community