The thirty or so students in the Graduate Design Program are the new renaissance men and women of tomorrow. They come from backgrounds in engineering and art, science and philosophy, social science and design, and are committed to making the world a better place through their actions as designers. They come from all over the the world and having already made accomplishments in the diverse set of fields that they represent. But they are all looking for more. They want to improve their design methodology, add a strategic layer to their thinking, and learn to lead change. They also want to spend a few years at The Farm, enjoying the warm sunshine and engaging in the amazing academic environment that Stanford is. They want to be immersed in the high tech frenzy of Silicon Valley, be 40 minutes from the delights of San Francisco, and a few hours from the fantastic skiing in the Sierras. Above all, they are passionate about design and its ability to make change happen.