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Programs for International Spouses and Families

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The Bechtel International Center extends a warm welcome to the spouses of international students and visiting scholars at Stanford. It is our hope that your time at Stanford will be an enriching experience for every member of your family.

This program provides events and activities for international spouses and partners. These events are great opportunities to get settled in the Bay Area, build a new network (friendships!), practice English, and develop ideas for an interesting and satisfying life here. 

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! 

 Our Special Coffee events: Easter on April 16; Mother’s day on May 7; Flag day on Jun 4.

Coffee Team Planning meetings: 12:15 pm - 1 pm on April 9 and May 21, Assembly room

Career Growth Circle

This is a cozy space where we can share our job search ups and downs. Let’s support each other through the struggles and celebrate the wins together. Whether you’re feeling stuck or ready to make a move, we’re here to motivate and uplift one another. Join us for friendship and encouragement as we work through the job market together! When: on Tuesday's, from 1 pm to 2 pm, starting April 8, 2025 Where: Activity room Instructor: Kate Khatseyeva, to RSVP send an email to: katekh@stanford.edu

Getting Started at Stanford 

Are you new to 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.
    • Check out our Spring Quarter Program to learn more about recent events for spouses and families.
  • Stay in Touch!

Spouse/Family Newsletter

Stay up to date on spouse and family events with out weekly newsletter! 

Spring Quarter Program

Learn more about the events and activities offered during Spring Quarter.