Programs for International Spouses and Families
The Bechtel International Center extends a warm welcome to the spouses of international students and visiting scholars at Stanford. We hope your time at Stanford will be an enriching experience for every member of your family.
This program provides events and activities for international spouses, partners and families including kids. Our events are great to make friends, build your network, practice English in a safe environment and explore opportunities - everything you need to get settled and have a fulfilling time in the Bay Area.
Getting Started at Stanford
Check out the following resources for new spouses and families.
Join our Volunteer Program Activities at Bechtel
Every quarter, an enthusiastic team of volunteers offers a great variety of programs. You can participate remotely & in-person in a wide range of activities, such as cooking classes, conversation groups, or well-being workshops, just to name a few. Reach out to Kate at katekh@stanford.edu
Check out our Autumn Quarter Program to learn more about the upcoming events for spouses and families.
Check out the Events at the Center calendar for the upcoming events you'll love.
Stay in Touch!
- Subscribe to our Newsletter to get updates about events and programs for spouses and families.
Spouse/Family Newsletter
Stay up to date on spouse and family events with our newsletter!
International Spouse Coffee
The Coffee events are ideal opportunities to make new friends & learn more about Bechtel’s programs, classes & workshops for spouses, the Stanford campus, and helpful resources in the nearby communities. No registration is required - just stop by!
When: Every Wednesday from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the Bechtel LAWN, Bechtel International Center.
Join us for our Special International Spouse Coffee events: Welcome Coffee - September 23rd, Mid Autumn festival - October 14, 2026 , Diwali - November 11, 2026 and International Volunteer Day - December 9, 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM at the Assembly room, Bechtel International Center.