History Of Stanford
Notable Alumni
Stanford In Pop Culture
Stanford Landmarks
Stanford Acronyms
100
These two individuals founded Stanford University.
Who are Leland Stanford and Jane Stanford?
100
In 2021, Forbes named this actress the world’s highest-earning, and by 2023, she was one of the richest women in America with an estimated net worth of $440 million. She studied English literature at Stanford in the mid-1990s before leaving to pursue acting, later starring in the 2001 film Legally Blonde.
Who is Reese Witherspoon?
100
This 2009 science fiction movie featured Stanford alumni and actress Sigourney Weaver wearing a Stanford tank top in her animated character form.
What is Avatar?
100
This coffee shop can be found all over campus serving handcrafted drinks and delicious foods.
What is Coupa Cafe?
100
RDE
What is Residential & Dining Enterprise?
200
This was the year Stanford University was founded in.
What was 1885?
200
This Emmy-winning actor, known for his role as Randall Pearson on This is US, graduated from Stanford University before making it big in Hollywood.
Who is Sterling K. Brown
200
This medical drama series features Sandra Oh who’s character, Cristina Yang, earned her M.D. from Stanford University School of Medicine and graduated first of her class.
What is Grey's Anatomy?
200
This spot is a popular hiking and running trail with a scenic view of the surrounding area. It has a large radio telescope, making it a distinctive landmark visible from various parts of campus.
What is the Stanford Dish?
200
VPSA
What is Vice Provost Student Affairs?
300
This school is Stanford's primary athletic rival, and their annual football game is known as the "Big Game."
The University of California, Berkeley (Cal)?
300
This former Stanford quarterback was the first overall pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, later retired from the NFL, and now serves as the general manager for Stanford football.
Who is Andrew Luck?
300
This 2016 HBO show is about two best friends Issa and Molly who have known each other since their college days at Stanford.
What is Insecure?
300
This spot stands at the center of the campus, and is the University’s architectural crown jewel.
What is Memorial Church?
300
COP
What is Community of Practice?
400
This famous tech company has its origins with two Stanford University graduate students in a dorm room and is often associated with the university's history.
What is Google?
400
The first woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court, and earned her law degree from Stanford Law School.
Who is Sandra Day O'Connor?
400
This 1997 romantic comedy film starring Julia Roberts and Cameron Diaz features scenes shot on the Stanford University campus.
What is My Best Friend's Wedding?
400
This spot is an elegant venue for where active and retired Stanford faculty and active exempt staff are eligible for membership and can sponsor their department for business use of this place.
What is the Faculty Club?
400
STAP
What is Staff Training Assistance Program?
500
This public policy research institution located on the Stanford campus, was founded by the 31st President of the United States.
What is the Hoover Institution?
500
A celebrated American beach volleyball player, renowned for her three Olympic gold medals and one bronze. Her dominant presence on the sand, exceptional teamwork with Misty May-Treanor, and unparalleled success have solidified her status as one of the sport's all-time greats.
Who is Kerri Walsh?
500
This series features a fictional tech startup called Pied Piper. In one episode, the company is invited to present at Stanford's innovation competition.
What is Silicon Valley?
500
This museum was built by Leland Sr. and Jane Stanford in memory of their lost son. It has 24 galleries and more than 15 special exhibitions each year.
What is Cantor Arts Center?
500
STARS
What is Stanford Training and Registration System?