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Study finds restrictive ad contracts reduce effectiveness in influencer marketing

By South SFV Today | Jun 26, 2024

In September 2018, Snapchat launched a new generation of its Snap Spectacles. Instead of relying on a traditional advertising campaign to promote the camera-enabled sunglasses, the brand chose an influencer to get the word out. Luka Sabbat, a 20-year-old model and actor best known for his role on the TV show Grown-ish and reportedly dating a Kardashian, was selected due to his 1.7 million Instagram followers.

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5 companies in cities within Santa Clara County received six inspections in Q1

By South SFV Today | Jun 25, 2024

There were five companies in cities associated with Santa Clara County that received six FDA inspections in the first quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Santa Clara County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending June 22

By South SFV Today | Jun 24, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Santa Clara County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Santa Clara County in week ending June 22

By South SFV Today | Jun 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Santa Clara County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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South SFV Today area weekly mass times

By South SFV Today | Jun 23, 2024

The following parishes in the South SFV Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Santa Clara County home sales in week ending June 15

By South SFV Today | Jun 22, 2024

There were 279 reported residential sales in Santa Clara County in the week ending June 15, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Stanford students cycle across U.S., promoting STEM education

By South SFV Today | Jun 22, 2024

Six Stanford students are cycling across the United States to promote STEM education among school children. The Stanford Spokes team embarked on their journey from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., on June 19. Over the course of 75 days, they will conduct hands-on workshops in ten states.

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Stanford awards four inaugural Lecturer's Awards recognizing excellence in undergraduate education

By South SFV Today | Jun 22, 2024

Four instructors, nominated by their peers, have been selected as the inaugural recipients of Stanford’s new Lecturer’s Award for Teaching and Undergraduate Education.

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New book 'Assembling Tomorrow' explores designing with healing in mind

By South SFV Today | Jun 22, 2024

Carissa Carter and Scott Doorley, directors at Stanford University’s d.school, explore the intersection of creativity, technology, and societal impact in their new book "Assembling Tomorrow" (Penguin Random House, 2024). The book addresses the challenge of creating without causing harm and instead focuses on healing.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in San Benito County in week ending June 15?

By South SFV Today | Jun 21, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout San Benito County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Orientation sessions offered weekly for new Stanford staff members

By South SFV Today | Jun 21, 2024

New staff members are invited to participate in special sessions aimed at connecting with the community and meeting fellow employees. These sessions will include a welcome message from leaders, an overview of the organization's culture, history, core values, and available services. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to meet other new hires in breakout rooms.

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Stanford to host Course Design Institute on June 21

By South SFV Today | Jun 21, 2024

The Center for Teaching and Learning at Stanford University, affiliated with the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and the Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education, is hosting a Course Design Institute. The event will take place on June 21, 2024, at 408 Panama Mall in Stanford, California.

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Stanford University announces awards and graduation honors

By South SFV Today | Jun 21, 2024

Stanford University recently announced the recipients of various awards and graduation honors. The ceremony took place at Sweet Hall, located at 590 Escondido Mall, Stanford, CA.

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Stanford students receive prestigious Firestone, Golden medals for exceptional theses

By South SFV Today | Jun 21, 2024

Forty-three students representing 34 undergraduate departmental and interdisciplinary honors programs were recently honored for outstanding research theses and creative arts projects. These students were awarded the 2024 Firestone and Golden medals, and four of them received the Kennedy Honors Thesis prizes.

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Stanford dermatologist offers essential summer skincare tips

By South SFV Today | Jun 21, 2024

As summer approaches, concerns about the health effects of sun exposure on the skin become more prevalent. Zakia Rahman, a clinical dermatologist at Stanford Health Care and affiliate faculty at the Stanford Center on Longevity, offers practical advice for maintaining healthy skin during the warmer months.

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Stanford University opens summer registration for Continuing Studies courses

By South SFV Today | Jun 21, 2024

Summer registration for Continuing Studies courses at Stanford University is now open. The university encourages prospective students to enroll today.

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Stanford releases reports addressing impacts of Oct. 7 events

By South SFV Today | Jun 20, 2024

Two reports from separate committees, one from the Subcommittee on Antisemitism and Anti-Israeli Bias and another from the Muslim, Arab, and Palestinian Communities Committee, have been released. These reports highlight the significant impact of the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas on Israel and Israel’s subsequent military response on the Stanford community.

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Stanford Law School celebrates its 2024 graduates

By South SFV Today | Jun 20, 2024

Stanford Law School celebrated its 2024 graduates on June 20, 2024, with over 2,000 attendees gathering under a large tent in front of the law school’s Canfield Courtyard. The graduating class included 193 JD students, 71 LLM students, nine JSMs, three JSDs, and one MLS.

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Stanford Medicine identifies six biological subtypes for personalized treatment

By South SFV Today | Jun 19, 2024

Researchers have identified six subtypes of depression, paving the way toward personalized treatment. In the not-too-distant future, a screening assessment for depression could include a quick brain scan to identify the best treatment. Brain imaging combined with machine learning can reveal subtypes of depression and anxiety, according to a new study led by researchers at Stanford Medicine.

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William Chueh named new director at Stanford's Precourt Institute for Energy

By South SFV Today | Jun 19, 2024

Materials scientist and energy storage entrepreneur William Chueh has been appointed as the new director of the Precourt Institute for Energy at the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability. Chueh, whose research focuses on the fundamental chemistry, materials, and physics underlying better batteries, fuel cells, and other energy technologies, views Precourt as "the glue" connecting many people and organizations working on energy at Stanford and beyond.