Julie Hitchcock, Faculty Administrator
What I Do
I support Professors Mark Horowitz and Christos Kozyrakis and their research groups. I’m also the program administrator for PORTAL, Stanford Center for Portable Accelerated Learning.
Origins
I’m originally from Menlo Park, and currently live in Portola Valley, CA. I lived in Santa Barbara for a short time when I was young, but other than that I’ve lived in and around the Bay Area for most of my life. I graduated from San Jose State University with a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science. I’ve worked at Stanford in different administrative positions since 2011 until I found my way to EE in 2024. I’ve enjoyed working at Stanford over the years and find working in higher education to be very rewarding.
My EExperience
I knew that EE was the department I wanted to work in after the care I received in my interview process. My first impression was how kind, genuine, and helpful everyone was. I enjoy working with the faculty and students I support and feel extremely lucky to have landed my current role. What I appreciate most about working in EE is that it is both a challenging and relaxed environment. It keeps me on my toes, and I get to work with laid back, awesome people!
Outside of Work
I spend a lot of time in nature, whether it’s on the trails, or taking pictures, or just sitting in my yard. I’m really into nature photography right now, mostly moon and bird shots, and owls if I’m lucky. Nature is really healing and therapeutic for me, especially in the forest with mossy oak trees – my favorite! Music is a big part of my life. I love seeing live music, especially in smaller, more intimate venues. I enjoy gluten free baking and love to try GF restaurants and bakeries. I also enjoy antique shopping for home decor and am always looking for anything rattan.
My Favorite Spot
My favorite spots on campus are the Stanford Oval and front of campus. It’s so pretty driving in on Palm Drive and seeing the architecture and hills of the Stanford Dish in the background. I especially love how it looks different in each season. I also love the Memorial Church. It is a beautiful masterpiece, and I am always at loss for words when I visit. Off campus, my favorite spot is honestly my home. I live out in nature and absolutely love it. Also, Arastradero Preserve where I enjoy walking. And downtown Pescadero on the coast; the downtown just makes me happy every time I visit.
My sister and me on our way to Whidbey Island.
My adorable stepmom. She's been in my life since I was 2 years old.
Arastradero Preserve.
Pescadero coast at Año Nuevo State Park.