About Us

Meet the people responsible for creating, planning, and operating all Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies programs for thousands of students, in the summer and throughout the year. Learn about our organization, our values, and our staff.

Our Organization At A Glance

Since our founding, we have hosted thousands of students in our online, commuter, and summer residential programs. Our impact is global and life-long and it is all due to the strength of our staff and Stanford University's commitment to excellence.

Founded 2012

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies was inaugurated by the Provost in 2012 under the banner of Stanford Continuing Studies, serving as a home for Stanford’s pre-collegiate efforts.

Enhancing Pre-Collegiate Education

Stanford Continuing Studies demonstrates Stanford’s recognition that education need not end with college graduation. Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies shows that it need not wait until matriculation.

Mission-Driven Programming

We are a mission-driven organization, committed to inspiring pre-collegiate students from across the U.S. and around the world, introducing them to new fields and setting them up for excellence.

Diverse Staff

Our staff comes from a wide variety of academic backgrounds and life experiences, allowing us to create world-renowned programs for a global audience.

Mission Statement

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We are an innovative center for pre-collegiate education committed to Stanford’s ideals of academic excellence and respect for diversity of backgrounds and experiences. We bring together intellectually curious students from around the world in engaging learning communities, designed to foster critical thinking, promote personal growth, and inspire dedication to lifelong learning in the next generation of global citizens.

Program Guide

To learn more about us, read our comprehensive Program Guide, which gives an overview of all of our academic offerings.

Download Our Program Guide

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies Team

The Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies staff collaborate year-round on how to design and plan for our outstanding summer programs and academic year enrichment opportunities for students of all ages.

Our staff is responsible for hiring instructors, planning the logistics for all campus programs, and implementing countless other tasks to ensure the smooth operation of our programs.

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee oversees all activities of Stanford Online High School (OHS) and SPCS Programs.

Tomohiro Hoshi

Director of Stanford Online High School, Pre-Collegiate Studies

Dan Colman

Dean of Continuing Studies Programs & Pre-Collegiate Studies

Gina Freeman

Director of Finance, Continuing Studies Programs & Pre-Collegiate Studies

Elana Hornstein

Director of Operations, Continuing Studies Programs & Pre-Collegiate Studies

Rafe Mazzeo

Faculty Director, Pre-Collegiate Studies and Professor, Mathematics

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies Staff

Sara Mumolo

Director of Online Outreach Programs

Emma Blush

Program Coordinator

Yael Isler

Program Coordinator

Kaitlin Hughes

Academic Records Manager

Ashley Bratrude

Academic Records Officer

Yuliya Petrov

Senior Human Resources Associate

Adriana G. Campos

Human Resources Administrator

Nani Sarosa

Finance Manager

Winnie So

Financial Analyst

Stanford Online High School Team

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At Stanford Online High School (OHS), experienced professionals partner with families to support the academic, social, emotional, and personal development of every student. Meet the talented administrators, counselors, academic advisors, college counselors, admissions officers, and instructors who make Stanford OHS possible.

Meet Stanford OHS Staff and Instructors