Planning Ahead

A strong Santa Clara family makes the world a better place. The SCU Alumni Association recently launched Alumni Impact 2030, our new strategic vision, to strengthen the connections that make Santa Clara so special. Take a look and let us know what you think of our roadmap to bolster the SCU family over the next five years!

Want to share your feedback live? Check out the plan and join one of three virtual listening sessions with Assistant Vice President of Alumni Relations, Kathy Kale ’86, to share your feedback and ask questions.

Alumni News

People for Others

At the President’s Dinner in April, we celebrated our amazing Alumni Award recipients, honoring Broncos who serve the University’s mission out in the world. Want to take a quick dive into the lives of these inspiring alumni? Check out the four videos that share their stories! 👀

Powerful Advocate

The Silicon Valley Business Journal named SCU alumna (and Alumni Association Board of Directors member!) Erica Valentine ’05, MBA ’13, J.D. ’19 to their Power 100 list! Her bold leadership and advocacy are shaping Silicon Valley and inspiring future Broncos.

Sensational Speakers

Santa Clara University announced its 2025 Commencement speakers and alumni are taking center stage. Jayshree V. Ullal M.S. ’86, Howard S. Charney MBA ’73, J.D. ’77, Hon. ’18, and Kathy Nicholson Hull M.A. ’80 will offer remarks for, respectively, the undergraduate class, the School of Law, and both the School of Education & Counseling Psychology and Pastoral Ministries. These alumni serve as shining examples of lives well lived—and of what’s possible after SCU.

A Taste of Success

We’re cooking up something new! Introducing Bronco Business Registry (BBR) Live—a new series spotlighting alumni-owned businesses. Check out the tasty kickoff event—a virtual discussion panel with 3 talented alumni shaking up the food & beverage industry. Bob Collins ’85 (The Pasta Market), Jacob Pena ’23 (Chispiros Burritos Y Tacos), and Diane Slaught ’11 (Story Tavern) will share their challenges, successes, and entrepreneurial stories. Keep your eyes peeled for more BBR Live events soon!

One for the Books

Ready to discover your next read? The Alumni Book Club is reading “Look Closer” by David Ellis from May 23–July 25, with an author talk on July 15. Plus, choose from “Birding to Change the World”, “Calling for a Blanket Dance”, and “White Mulberry” and cast your vote for the next book.

Alumni Events

Looking for more fun things to do? Check out our full calendar of events! 📆

University News

Thank You!

SCU’s Day of Giving 2025 was a great success—raising nearly $6 million in just 24 hours! Thank you, Bronco family, for showing up in record-breaking style to donate blood, clothing, food, and funds. Everything you do makes Santa Clara University a better place.

On A Mission

Get to know Fr. Matthew Carnes, M.Div. ’03, Santa Clara’s vice president for Mission and Ministry. Discover his journey from the classroom to the church and everything in between.

Bold Moves for Global Impact

Miller Center has a new name to reflect its evolving mission. Learn how the team is deepening its global commitment to lasting, systemic change, including the protection of the planet and an end to global poverty.

Alumni Benefits