Advisory Boards
Introductory Seminars Faculty Advisory Board
Since 1997, the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (VPUE) has sponsored courses from all seven schools to introduce first- and second-year students to the concepts and methods of a discipline in a small group setting focused on the research interests of the faculty. Each year approximately 200 IntroSems or more are offered. The Faculty Advisory Board meets quarterly with the faculty director and faculty board members from various disciplines provide program recommendations.
Introductory Seminars Student Advisory Board
Members of the Student Advisory Board are asked to give advice, offer suggestions, identify needs, and in general to provide student perspectives on Introductory Seminars. They meet quarterly over lunch with the faculty director and associate director. In the past, board members have provided invaluable and insightful comments on topics such as IntroSems messaging to incoming first-year students, the priority enrollment process, and moments of meaningful connection with faculty.
Faculty who teach IntroSems are invited to nominate students toward the end of each quarter. We are always looking for board members who are willing to critique as well as collaborate, who are willing to offer strong opinions and also to listen, and who are thoughtful about their own learning and interested in shaping undergraduate education. Members are primarily first- and second-year students, who bring a wide range of backgrounds and interests to the group. Some students have taken only one seminar; others have taken several in multiple disciplines.
To nominate a student, please complete this nomination form.
Reach out to introsems@stanford.edu with any questions.