During his time at the University of Michigan, Stanford Lipsey honed his craft as a photographer for The Michigan Daily and the Michiganensian yearbook (Slottow). Following graduation in "1948 with a B.A. in Economics" (Chadwell), he served his country in the Air Force during the Korean War, editing the Air Pulse at Strategic Air Command Headquarters (Chadwell). "When his military service was over, Stan worked for The Sun Newspapers" ("Jewish Press"), working his way through positions of "photographer, reporter, editor, publisher and then owner" (Slottow). Lipsey eventually sold The Sun Newspapers to Warren Buffett and went to work for Buffet's Berkshire Hathaway, becoming a vice president and publisher of The Buffalo Evening News (Schudel), which under his leadership, "became the highest penetration newspaper in the country, and the most profitable per capita," ("Jewish Press").

On the first floor of the building, a gold-plated plaque honoring its namesake welcomes visitors, offering a glimpse into the remarkable career of the distinguished University of Michigan alumnus. The name “Stanford” itself, rooted in the Old English words stan (meaning "rock") and ford (meaning "a shallow river crossing"), according to TheBump.com. This name symbolizes strength and resilience—qualities reflected in both Lipsey’s character and the building’s architectural design. Lipsey’s surname also carries cultural significance; as per Ancestry.com, it is an "Americanized form" of the Ashkenazic Jewish "name Lipschitz, with its rare Polish variant, Lipszyc." Together, these details reflect the deep historical and personal ties embedded in the building, echoing Lipsey’s lasting legacy in both journalism and community.

Known fondly as the “little kid from Omaha,” Lipsey (“Jewish Press"), Lipsey’s talents extended far beyond the newsroom. While the Omaha native made his mark in journalism, his love for storytelling was only one part of his vibrant personality. His interests spilled over into the arts, culture, and community initiatives, with a special love for jazz (Mroziak). In fact, his involvement in Buffalo's "Jazz at the Albright Knox series"(Mroziak) reflected his dedication to enriching the community he called home.

Much like the man it honors, the Stanford Lipsey Student Publications Building at the University of Michigan stands as a testament to persistent dedication and commitment to journalism. In my view, the building encapsulates what journalism should strive for: effectiveness, resilience, and all-encompassing. Constructed from sturdy bricks and stones, the building’s pathway leads to its front entrance, exuding a sense of tradition and cultural significance. As I entered the building, I climbed the stairway right beside to see the newsroom which was filled with clusters of PCs and chairs, while the walls were covered with newspaper clippings. The workstation had a relaxed, informal atmosphere, creating the perfect environment for fresh ideas to flourish and take shape, something I believe Mr. Lipsey would be proud of.