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Amon Burton (Class of 2016) working with a student in class

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Stanford DCI is proud to announce our next cohort,  the Class of 2025!

DCI Class of 2025 at a glance

26.5 % 1st-Generation College Students 38.2% International 26.5% Stanford University Alum
Learn about Stanford DCI Class of 2025 Fellows & Partners

Learn how Joan Salwen’s Stanford DCI experience led to the development of a seaweed-based supplement that cuts cows’ methane emissions by up to 80% – a major step towards reducing climate change. 

Read more about Joan’s story and other inspiring DCI alumni –

DCI Profile of Impact Gallery
Headshot of Joan King Salwen (DCI 2016)

“The DCI experience gives Fellows who have been working for decades in a focused career, a chance to indulge their pure curiosity.” 


Richard Saller

Former President, Stanford University;
Former Faculty Director, Stanford DCI

“The ability to step out of your comfort zone and embrace the situation and get comfortable being uncomfortable has led me to the most amazing experiences.“


Susan Vobejda

Stanford DCI (2023)

Stanford DCI aspires to create a new model for higher education, offering intergenerational learning, community, and opportunities for impact throughout the lifespan.

Learn about Stanford DCI’s Vision, Mission & Approach