Stanford DCI’s
Mission, Vision and Approach
Our Vision:
Stanford’s Distinguished Careers Institute (DCI) aspires to create a new model for higher education, offering intergenerational learning, community, and opportunities for impact throughout the lifespan.
Our Mission:
Stanford’s DCI inspires accomplished individuals to thrive in their next chapter by providing opportunities to discover, connect, and contribute through engagement within Stanford’s diverse academic community.
Our Approach:
The Stanford DCI program provides a year of thoughtful reflection and reinvigoration, which our alumni affirm is a dynamic and “life-changing” experience. We do this through the three pillars of Purpose, Community, and Wellness, by offering:
- Academic discovery and immersion through access to courses and programs across Stanford’s seven schools.
- A stimulating and supportive new community of colleagues and a robust network of Stanford faculty and staff.
- Curated programming and resources to support physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing.
- Holistic exploration of individual meaning and purpose in later life.
- Mutually beneficial opportunities for intergenerational collaboration, learning, and mentoring.
- Exploration of opportunities for meaningful future endeavors.
- Ongoing learning and engagement with a vibrant alumni network.