John Bravman

Vice Provost, Stanford University

John C. Bravman earned his B.S. (‘79), M.S. (‘81), and Ph.D. (‘84) from Stanford in materials science and engineering. He is vice provost for undergraduate education, the Bing Centennial Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, and dean of the Freshman-Sophomore College. He has also served as senior associate dean for student affairs for the School of Engineering and as acting vice provost for student affairs. In recognition of his excellence in teaching, Professor Bravman has received several awards, including the Gores Award, Stanford’s highest honor for teaching. In his spare time, Professor Bravman enjoys photography, cooking, and discussing politics and economics.