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From the very beginning of our university, Stanford has emphasized the role of creativity and stimulating the

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imagination. In the 21st century, the role of imagination and creativity will be more important than ever. The arts

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are an important way to build creative thinking skills. They help you think outside the box and imagine new approaches

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to problems. They help you think in a different way about the world you live in and the people who inhabit it.