1. Program Schedule
The schedule below remains tentative and is subject to change.
2. Delegate Directory
3. Speaker Bios
4. FACES Challenge Judging Panel Bios
5. FACES Challenge Groups
6. Parallel Forum Groups
7. FAQs
1. What is expected of delegates at the FACES Annual Summit?
Please read the Delegate Expectations Agreement for full details but listed below are key expectations to take note of:
Delegates are encouraged to return to their hosts’ rooms by 11:00pm each night to ensure that they are well-rested for the day’s activities. This guideline is not meant to be a strictly enforced “curfew,” but rather a measure to ensure delegate safety and the smooth functioning of the Summit. Residential Ambassadors are also current Stanford students who need a good night’s rest.
Delegates should be considerate of their student hosts and refrain from making messes, being excessively noisy, or disturbing their hosts’ studies or sleep. Residential Ambassadors have generously volunteered to host delegates, and delegates are expected to respect them and their space.
Delegates are expected to comport themselves amicably and show respect for cultural differences. Delegates will not only collaborate, but will confront – new people, new ideas, new and unexplored uncertainties. Throughout this process, delegates are expected to support one another, especially when they are the source of one another’s challenge.
Delegates are expected to participate actively in all scheduled events. Frequent unexcused absences diminish the experiences of other delegates at the Summit and are a direct violation of Summit expectations. Absences will only be accepted in the case of extenuating circumstances.
Consumption of alcohol and recreational drugs is strictly prohibited during the Summit, even if you are of legal drinking age. FACES is required to abide by Stanford and Freeman Spogli Institute (FSI) policy, which prohibits alcohol consumption at student-initiated conferences. We will enforce this regulation strictly and pursue maximum penalties if any delegate is found in violation.
In case of emergency, contact Jenn & Cathy, or 911 if appropriate.
2. Why is the program free to accepted delegates?
The FACES U.S.-China Annual Summit is virtually free because of the generosity of FACES’ supporters and their commitment to engaging young thinkers.
3. Since there are no program fees will there be other expenses?
Program fees, meals, and accommodation are covered for those who are accepted into the program, but travel costs and incidentals are not.
Delegates are expected to make their own travel arrangements including ground transportation to and from campus. Additionally, parking is not offered to program participants. Uber and Lyft are popular travel options in the Bay Area and public transportation from San Francisco and San Jose airports is available via Caltrain (with connections to BART). Travel in and around campus can be done on the free Marguerite shuttle buses.
Delegates are also encouraged to bring spending money in USD for extra activities and shopping.
4. Can I receive credit at my undergraduate institution if I complete the FACES program? Are students graded?
No course grades or credits are given for completing the FACES program. At the conclusion of the program, participants receive a certificate of completion.
5. What is the dress code at the Summit?
Delegates are generally expected to dress in accordance with the FACES Summit’s professional and academic focus. Formal FACES programming events require business casual attire. While you are not expected to wear formal business attire, but all clothing should be modest, neat, and professional. Delegates should not wear T-shirts, ripped or revealing clothing, sweatpants, jeans, or athletic clothing. Delegates should also wear shoes that will not be uncomfortable or inconvenient for walking across the Stanford campus (including walks of 15-20 minutes). Campus life is casual during evening hours.
6. What type of meals will be served?
All meals will be provided for through a catering service. We will accommodate all dietary restrictions, as indicated in the Delegate Pre-Arrival Form.
7. Am I expected to stay on campus during the program?
To promote meaningful interpersonal exchange, FACES highly encourages delegates to stay on campus in their assigned residence with their Stanford student ambassadors to facilitate group study and full participation in program activities.
8. What are the housing accommodations?
Overnight accommodations will be provided on-campus starting the night of Thursday, October 3 until the morning of Monday, October 7. To promote friendships beyond the delegate pool, delegates will be sharing a room with Stanford student ambassadors who volunteered to host. Every delegate will be provided with a sleeping bag and a sleeping pad for their stay here at Stanford. Public bathroom and shower stalls are provided in the dorms. Please note that these residences may not have air conditioning.
While there is no official curfew, dormitory buildings can only be accessed with a Stanford student ID card. As delegates may face difficulty accessing dorms in later hours of the evening, delegates are responsible for communicating with their room hosts to arrange for timely access to their rooms.
9. Are guests allowed to visit or stay in the dorm?
Guests are not allowed to visit or stay in your shared during the program. Dorm buildings are only available for use by delegates, though there are numerous public areas on Stanford’s campus that are appropriate for visiting with those outside the FACES Summit.
10. What are the residence check-in and check-out times for the program?
Please arrive on campus to check-in between 2.30pm to 5.30pm on Thursday, Oct 3. You will checkout of student housing between 8:00am and 10:00am on Monday, Oct 7.
11. What should I bring for the program?
A laptop computer or tablet for conducting research and accessing summit materials
Clothing for temperatures ranging from 50 to 90 degrees F (15 to 35 degrees C)
Spending money for extra activities and shopping
All personal beauty, health, and toiletry items
A desk lamp, alarm clock, hair dryer, and shower shoes are recommended (These items may be purchased at the Stanford Bookstore)
Writing paper and stationery
Personal medication and first-aid kit (bandaids, alcohol wipes, etc.)
If desired, a USB drive or other device for saving computer files
If desired, mattress pad, and fitted sheet (sleeping bags and sleeping pads are provided)
12. Who should I contact in the case of an emergency?
In the case of emergency, FACES Co-President Jenn Hu and Catherine Baron can be reached at +1 (650) 382-7966 and +1 (360) 775-4899 respectively. Jiayi Li, who has led our Residential Ambassador program, can be reached at +1 (650) 785-9376. In the case of any extreme emergencies, we advise that delegates call 911, America's emergency telephone number.
13. Whom can I contact with further questions?
If you have further questions that are not answered here, please send an email to recruitment.faces@gmail.com.