Stanford Engineering Centennial Celebration and Showcase

About This Project

Summary

Our largest centennial event was a festival and academic showcase. Faculty-led themes like Robotics, Virtual Reality, Wearables and Implantables, and Our Biotic Future comprised 50+ interactive exhibits. Our Discovery Guide encouraged attendees to visit them all. Food included a centennial cake, snack stations and custom mocktails. 100+ volunteers managed activities, photo booths, and giveaways. Guests could ride a motorized couch, hear celebratory speakers, and dance to the Stanford Band.

Goals & Objectives

Blend a once-in-a-century party with best-in-class academic research exhibits, and enable our community to connect, learn, and celebrate the global impact of Stanford Engineering at 100. Embrace and amplify Stanford Engineering’s unique achievements and inspirational, ambitious frontiers.

Results & Impact

This historic event exceeded all expectations. Nearly 3500 people of all ages attended: students, faculty, campus leaders and community, donors, and alumni. All were engaged and inspired, and exhibitors savored each other’s work. Enthusiasm extended on social media and local/national news outlets.