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