KHS News

The 2026 cohort of Knight-Hennessy scholars represents 31 countries and 45 graduate degree programs across Stanford University.

Cuéllar, a national leader in law and public service, higher education, and international affairs assumes the role this summer as Hennessy transitions to the KHS Advisory Board.

Weekly storytelling sessions help scholars find their voice, connect with others, and lead with empathy.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University is now accepting applications for its 2026 cohort. Apply by October 8, 2025.

The 2025 cohort of Knight-Hennessy scholars represents 25 countries and 46 graduate degree programs across Stanford University.

The art collection at Knight-Hennessy Scholars features globally recognized artists whose works inspire dialogue and reflection, fostering curiosity and different perspectives.

Reflecting on the transformative potential of AI to enhance lives, Knight-Hennessy Scholars Director John Hennessy urges leaders to act responsibly and embrace the possibilities.

Learn more about KH scholars and accomplishments through our annual report.

KHeystone Projects have included 100 Knight-Hennessy scholars to date as they explore creative, multidisciplinary ideas for addressing important issues.

KHS Executive Director Tina Seelig shared her insights with scholars at the 2024 KHompletion Celebration.

The 2024 cohort of Knight-Hennessy scholars represents 30 countries and 45 graduate degree programs across Stanford University.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars announces its first podcast series, Imagine A World, featuring KH scholars interviewing members of the KH community, fully produced by scholars.

Learn more about Knight-Hennessy Scholars through our 2022 annual report.

The first grant recipients of the Global Impact Fund have founded nonprofits focused on education justice and on supporting low- and middle-income Latin American new mothers.

On the occasion of Knight-Hennessy Scholars' fifth anniversary, Co-Founder and Shriram Family Director John Hennessy reflects on its earliest days.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars will include 85 new scholars in its sixth cohort, representing 29 countries and 38 graduate degree programs across Stanford University.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars announces new scholars in its fifth cohort representing 27 countries and 35 graduate degree programs at Stanford

Andrew Leon Hanna, 2020 Cohort

Max Kessler, 2021 Cohort