In 1995, professor of physics Rich Barber came to Santa Clara University and built a lab that became a hub for cross-disciplinary undergraduate research. During his time at SCU, Rich dozens of undergraduates and three high school research students whose majors included physics, engineering physics, biochemistry, biology, and public health. The majority of these students […]

A big guy with a tender heart, Kenneth Riches M.S. ’89 strived to be a force for good in the world. Fondly called “Kengineer,” he worked as a project manager for various companies and mentored countless other engineers, inspiring them with his knowledge and sense of humor. And holy cow, did he have a sense […]

Christine Sakuda ’91 has been appointed by Hawaii Governor Josh Green as the state’s chief information officer. She is the first female and the first person of Native Hawaiian ancestry to serve in the role.

D. “Brad” Jones J.D. ’84 embodied the carpe diem spirit. Whether it was riding his bike with his friends, driving cross-country with his wife in their rig, making Tik Tok videos and dancing with his daughters, mentoring his son on home improvement projects, or watching the nightly news with his sidekick Sadie the golden retriever, […]

Edward Steinert ’68 grew up a talented athlete, especially in football. His high school football team went undefeated for two consecutive years and won the California State Football Championship both years. He lived in 25 different places before settling down in Pettigrew, Arkansas, where he started the area’s first alternative school. While education was his […]

Mary Ann Latimer ’67 found her calling in teaching. After being active in the Early Childhood Education Program at her children’s elementary school, Mary Ann worked as a lecturer in English at Butte College in Chico, Calif., then as a writing instructor at Chico State University. She wrote her master’s thesis on improving student test […]

A second-generation Bronco, Katherine Manchester ’93 wore her experiences at Santa Clara University’s armor in every job interview. She always said her four years on the women’s crew team impressed every interview committee she met almost more than her degrees; understanding the tenacious commitment required to row crew gave prospective employers a sense of her […]

Born and raised in San Francisco, William Bosque ’73 was educated in Catholic schools—St. Stephen’s Catholic School, St. Ignatius College Prep, Santa Clara University, and University of San Francisco Law School. He came from a large family and will be missed by his many nephews, nieces, aunts, cousins, and friends. Bill died July 17, 2024.

Luis Lorenzana ’98 has been appointed to the San Diego branch’s office managing shareholder at Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management. Lorenzana represents a wide range of employers in complex, single plaintiff and class action employment litigation.

Since the moment of birth, doctors knew Scott Thompson ’11 would reach great heights. By age 16, he was seven feet tall and playing basketball for elite teams in Boise and Seattle. He was invited to attend the Nike All-American Showcase and NBA Players Camp, and was aggressively recruited by college programs. During his junior […]

John Grant ’61 leaves a legacy of doing good deeds—his insistence on doing the right thing, big or small, left such an impression on family and friends that he was deemed “too good for this world.” Jack had the restless mind of an engineer, eager to embark on new adventures and tackle challenges. He earned […]

Growing up, Timothy Hartnagel ’63 was involved in a variety of sports and took the spotlight as a child actor, appearing in numerous television shows and movies. His “career” continued through his university days while attending Santa Clara. After graduation, Tim met his wife, Patti Hartnagel ’65, on a blind date and the pair moved […]

Larger-than-life William Bagley ’81 loved connecting with people and knew no stranger. Bill served in the United States Marine Corps and quickly moved up to the rank of captain. After active-duty, he found work in the aviation and automotive industries. Bill embraced fatherhood, participating in his children’s daily activities, attending Scout meetings and competing in […]

Known for being a tough but fair teacher, Bruce Allen ’79 didn’t just teach subjects—he opened doors to art, music, theater, and travel for more than 25 years. From helping students get into college to sparking a love for literature and classical music, Bruce touched so many lives. He died Nov. 19, 2023.

Diana Lim ’85 was a cherished colleague and a wonderful friend. She dedicated over 30 years to a career in government and law, serving the State of California and the California State Employees Association with unwavering commitment. Her remarkable contributions and steadfast professionalism left a lasting impact on all who knew her. Diana died Nov. […]

For more than 64 years, Noel Pearman ’52 was married to Genie and his proudest achievement was always providing for his wife and children. Noel enjoyed piano and traveling the world as a member of the Valliant Investment Association. He could often be found in piano bars during his world travels, playing bridge, or regaling […]

Before he was a star, Bob Newhart Hon. ’00 was a Jesuit-educated aspiring accountant. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, Bob dabbled in accounting and advertising before discovering his knack for show business. His 1960 album, “The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart,” became the first comedy album ever to hit the […]

Though Gerald Orr ’57 earned a rare chemistry degree, he found his true calling in the skies. In the Army, the Transportation Corps taught Jerry how to pilot fixed wing aircrafts, which he did for the rest of this life. He became a flight instructor, served three tours flying helicopters in Vietnam, and enjoyed taking off […]

William Slivkoff M.S. ’64 was a pioneer in the development of the Global Positioning System, popularly known as GPS. Much of his work remains relevant today, including a lunar probe he designed in the 1960s which is still on the moon. Bill grew up excelling in academics as well as sports and became the first […]

Peggy Saunders M.A. ’93 worked as a bio-technician at Stanford, where she met her future husband, Alex. After settling down and raising three children, Peggy returned to school and later worked for years as an adult religion educator at parishes in the Archdiocese of San Francisco. She also volunteered with the American Red Cross for […]