Dr. Rob Reich

Professor

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Biography

Rob Reich is a Professor of Political Science at Stanford University, with courtesy appointments in Philosophy and the Graduate School of Education. He is the Faculty Director of the Center for Ethics in Society, Co-Director of the Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society, and Associate Director of the Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. His scholarship focuses on political theory, ethics, policy, and technology, particularly as it relates to the societal impacts of artificial intelligence. Rob is the author of several influential books, including 'Giving: Philanthropy Failing Democracy' published by Princeton University Press in 2018, and 'Digital Technology and Democratic Theory,' edited with Hélène Landemore and Lucy Bernholz. Additionally, he has contributed extensively to various journals and platforms like the New York Times and Wired. Rob has received multiple teaching awards, including the Walter J. Gores Award, Stanford’s highest honor in teaching. He is also a board member for several organizations, including the Boston Review and the Spencer Foundation.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Teaching and researching in the fields of Political Science, Philosophy, and Education.

Awards

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Walter J. Gores Award

2021-04-20

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.