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{{Short description|Scholars program at Stanford University}} |
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'''Knight-Hennessy Scholars''' is an international graduate-level scholarship program for study at [[Stanford University]]. |
'''Knight-Hennessy Scholars''' is an international graduate-level scholarship program for students to study at [[Stanford University]]. |
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The program is considered one of the most prestigious and competitive scholarships in the world. In 2024, 90 scholars were selected from a pool of 8,272 applicants for a selection rate of 1.09%. |
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Established in 2016 by [[Phil Knight]] and [[John L. Hennessy|John Hennessy]], Knight-Hennessy Scholars is the largest fully endowed graduate fellowship in the world, with an endowment of about $750 million. The program prepares students to take leadership roles in finding creative solutions to complex global issues. Scholars receive full funding to pursue any graduate degree at Stanford and have additional opportunities for leadership training, mentorship, and experiential learning across multiple disciplines. |
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==Program== |
==Program== |
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The Knight-Hennessy Scholars program |
The Knight-Hennessy Scholars program has a focus on attracting prospective graduate students with a wide range of backgrounds from around the world.<ref name="sgermano">Sara Germano, [https://www.wsj.com/articles/nike-founder-phil-knight-donates-400-million-to-stanford-1456324096 "Nike Founder Phil Knight Donates $400 Million to Stanford,"] ''[[Wall Street Journal]]'', February 24, 2016.</ref><ref>Merrit Kennedy, [https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/02/24/467937476/nike-co-founder-donates-400-million-to-stanford-university "Nike Co-Founder Donates $400 Million To Stanford University,"] [[NPR]], February 24, 2016.</ref><ref>[http://harvardmagazine.com/2016/05/brevia "Stanford Stays the Course,"] ''[[Harvard Magazine]]'', May–June 2016.</ref> In addition to their graduate studies, scholars participate in leadership development programs, study trips, and have opportunities for mentorship with thought leaders in business, government, and nonprofit fields.<ref name="mgioia">Michael Gioia, [http://www.stanforddaily.com/2016/02/24/stanford-launching-knight-hennessy-scholarship-to-attract-top-graduates/ "Stanford launching Knight-Hennessy scholarship to attract top graduates,"] ''[[Stanford Daily]]'', February 24, 2016.</ref> |
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Potential applicants are required to apply to the Knight-Hennessy scholars program and, separately, to a Stanford University graduate degree program.<ref name="mgioia"/> Of potential applicants, the scholarship program values leadership, independence of thought, and civic commitment. |
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Following the application deadline, approximately 500 applicants are selected to submit a video recording on a topic provided by the program. A group of finalists are then invited to participate in a virtual interview as well as the Immersion Weekend. For Immersion Weekend, Knight-Hennessy Scholars selects up to 180 finalists to visit Stanford University, at the program’s expense, where finalists participate in both evaluated and non-evaluated group activities. Knight-Hennessy Scholars covers travel expenses, including lodging at Stanford, airfare, and meals on-campus. Following Immersion Weekend, up to 100 scholars are then selected. |
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| ⚫ | Since 2018, the program has |
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| ⚫ | Since 2018, the program has offered annual financial support comprising full tuition and fees, room and board, related academic expenses, and a stipend for living expenses.<ref name="astanley">Alessandra Stanley, [https://www.nytimes.com/2016/02/24/business/philip-knight-of-nike-to-give-400-million-to-stanford-scholars.html "Philip Knight of Nike to Give $400 Million to Stanford Scholars,"] ''[[New York Times]]'', February 24, 2016.</ref> |
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Potential applicants apply to the Knight-Hennessy scholars program and also apply separately to a graduate degree program at one of Stanford's seven schools.<ref name="mgioia"/> The inaugural class of 51 scholars from 21 countries, pursuing degrees in 31 academic departments at all seven of Stanford's schools, was announced on February 15, 2018.<ref>{{cite web |title=Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program Announces Pioneer Cohort of Future Leaders |url=https://knight-hennessy.stanford.edu/about/news/knight-hennessy-scholars-program-announces-pioneer-cohort-future-leaders |website=knight-hennessy.stanford.edu |access-date=15 Feb 2018}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last1=Baron |first1=Ethan |title=Silicon Valley's housing and traffic woes put it at risk for replacement: former Stanford president John Hennessy |url=https://www.mercurynews.com/2018/03/21/silicon-valleys-housing-and-traffic-woes-put-it-at-risk-for-replacement-former-stanford-president-john-hennessy/ |publisher=The Mercury News |date=21 Mar 2018}}</ref> Chosen from 3,601 applicants,<ref name="cnbc">{{cite news |last1=Amini |first1=Mariam |title=Alphabet's John Hennessy talks about helping international students with scholarships |url=https://www.cnbc.com/2018/03/03/alphabets-john-hennessy-talks-about-helping-international-students-with-scholarships.html |publisher=CNBC |date=3 Mar 2018}}</ref> the inaugural cohort was 57% female, majority nonwhite, and 23% first-generation US citizens.<ref name="forbes">{{cite news |last1=Howard |first1=Caroline |title=This Stanford Computer Science Genius Aims To Crack The Code Of Learning And Leadership |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolinehoward/2018/03/23/this-stanford-computer-science-genius-aims-to-crack-the-code-of-learning-and-leadership/#2d2ce08268d0 |work=Forbes |date=23 Mar 2018}}</ref> They earned undergraduate degrees at 38 different schools, and 63% hold non-US passports, from countries including Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Canada, China, Colombia, Egypt, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Myanmar, New Zealand, Nigeria, Romania, South Korea, Syria, Tajikistan, and the United Kingdom.<ref>{{cite web |title=Knight-Hennessy Scholars program announces pioneer cohort of future leaders |url=https://news.stanford.edu/2018/02/15/knight-hennessy-scholars-program-announces-pioneer-cohort-future-leaders/ |website=news.stanford.edu |access-date=15 Feb 2018}}</ref> The inaugural cohort arrived at Stanford in the fall of 2018,<ref>Annette Chang, [https://www.stanforddaily.com/2018/02/15/inaugural-knight-hennessy-scholars-selected/ "Inaugural Knight-Hennessy Scholars selected,"] ''The Stanford Daily'', February 15, 2018.</ref><ref>Susan Gonzalez, [https://news.yale.edu/2018/02/16/five-alumni-intent-improving-world-named-knight-hennessy-scholars "Five alumni intent on improving the world named Knight-Hennessy Scholars,"] ''[[Yale News]]'', February 16, 2018.</ref> with up to 100 scholarships awarded annually in subsequent years.<ref name="achasnoff"/><ref name="ksullivan083016">Kathleen J. Sullivan, [http://news.stanford.edu/2016/08/30/knight-hennessy-scholars-program-start-mode/ "Knight-Hennessy Scholars program in start-up mode,"] Stanford News, August 30, 2016.</ref> In 2019, a class of 75 scholars is anticipated.<ref name="cnbc"/> Students will receive funding for up to three years toward a master's degree. Scholars pursuing doctorates or medical degrees can receive additional funding beyond the three-year period from their departments.<ref name="sgermano"/><ref name="forbes"/> |
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==Denning House== |
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[[File:Denning House |
[[File:Denning House 2.jpg|thumb|Denning House]] |
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Denning House was built on the shore of [[Lake Lagunita]] on Stanford’s campus. The building serves as the center for the Knight-Hennessy scholars community.<ref name="mgioia"/> Scholars gather at Denning House for presentations, workshops, and social events. The New York architectural firm Ennead designed the two-story building, which has classrooms, a dining area, meeting and lecture rooms, as well as office space for a fellow-in-residence and for the program's administrative staff.<ref name="ksullivan120616">Kathleen J. Sullivan, [http://news.stanford.edu/2016/12/08/knight-hennessy-scholars-program-wins-design-approval-denning-house-holds-first-meeting-faculty-advisory-board/ "Knight-Hennessy Scholars program wins approval for Denning House, holds first meeting of faculty advisory board,"] Stanford News, December 8, 2016.</ref> The building was a gift from Steven A. Denning and his wife, Roberta Bowman Denning.<ref name="ksullivan120616"/> |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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*[[Clarendon Scholarship]] |
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*[[Gates Cambridge Scholarship]] |
*[[Gates Cambridge Scholarship]] |
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*[[Churchill Scholarship]] |
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* [[Harry S. Truman Scholarship]] |
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* [[Marshall Scholarship]] |
* [[Marshall Scholarship]] |
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* [[Rhodes Scholarship]] |
* [[Rhodes Scholarship]] |
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* [[Schwarzman Scholars]] |
* [[Schwarzman Scholars]] |
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* [[Jardine Scholarship]] |
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* [[Yenching Scholarship]] |
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*[[Studienstiftung|German Academic Scholarship Foundation]] |
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* [[Schulich Leader Scholarships]] |
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*[[The Flinn Scholarship]] |
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Revision as of 15:00, 25 June 2024
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| Established | 2016 |
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| Students | 50-100 |
| Standort | , USA |
| Affiliations | Stanford University |
| Website | knight-hennessy |
Knight-Hennessy Scholars is an international graduate-level scholarship program for students to study at Stanford University.
The program is considered one of the most prestigious and competitive scholarships in the world. In 2024, 90 scholars were selected from a pool of 8,272 applicants for a selection rate of 1.09%.
Established in 2016 by Phil Knight and John Hennessy, Knight-Hennessy Scholars is the largest fully endowed graduate fellowship in the world, with an endowment of about $750 million. The program prepares students to take leadership roles in finding creative solutions to complex global issues. Scholars receive full funding to pursue any graduate degree at Stanford and have additional opportunities for leadership training, mentorship, and experiential learning across multiple disciplines.
Program
The Knight-Hennessy Scholars program has a focus on attracting prospective graduate students with a wide range of backgrounds from around the world.[1][2][3] In addition to their graduate studies, scholars participate in leadership development programs, study trips, and have opportunities for mentorship with thought leaders in business, government, and nonprofit fields.[4]
Selection and Benefits
Potential applicants are required to apply to the Knight-Hennessy scholars program and, separately, to a Stanford University graduate degree program.[4] Of potential applicants, the scholarship program values leadership, independence of thought, and civic commitment.
Following the application deadline, approximately 500 applicants are selected to submit a video recording on a topic provided by the program. A group of finalists are then invited to participate in a virtual interview as well as the Immersion Weekend. For Immersion Weekend, Knight-Hennessy Scholars selects up to 180 finalists to visit Stanford University, at the program’s expense, where finalists participate in both evaluated and non-evaluated group activities. Knight-Hennessy Scholars covers travel expenses, including lodging at Stanford, airfare, and meals on-campus. Following Immersion Weekend, up to 100 scholars are then selected.
Since 2018, the program has offered annual financial support comprising full tuition and fees, room and board, related academic expenses, and a stipend for living expenses.[5]
Denning House
Denning House was built on the shore of Lake Lagunita on Stanford’s campus. The building serves as the center for the Knight-Hennessy scholars community.[4] Scholars gather at Denning House for presentations, workshops, and social events. The New York architectural firm Ennead designed the two-story building, which has classrooms, a dining area, meeting and lecture rooms, as well as office space for a fellow-in-residence and for the program's administrative staff.[6] The building was a gift from Steven A. Denning and his wife, Roberta Bowman Denning.[6]
See also
References
- ^ Sara Germano, "Nike Founder Phil Knight Donates $400 Million to Stanford," Wall Street Journal, February 24, 2016.
- ^ Merrit Kennedy, "Nike Co-Founder Donates $400 Million To Stanford University," NPR, February 24, 2016.
- ^ "Stanford Stays the Course," Harvard Magazine, May–June 2016.
- ^ a b c Michael Gioia, "Stanford launching Knight-Hennessy scholarship to attract top graduates," Stanford Daily, February 24, 2016.
- ^ Alessandra Stanley, "Philip Knight of Nike to Give $400 Million to Stanford Scholars," New York Times, February 24, 2016.
- ^ a b Kathleen J. Sullivan, "Knight-Hennessy Scholars program wins approval for Denning House, holds first meeting of faculty advisory board," Stanford News, December 8, 2016.