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Henri Boisvert M.A. ’74

The youngest of 12 children, Henri Boisvert M.A. ’74 stood out with his talent for music. He played saxophone and trumpet in his City Band and college band. After getting his M.A. in counseling psychology from Santa Clara University, he moved to Ventura, Calif., and married Therese Grenier. Together they enjoyed gardening and traveled around […]

Thomas O’Rourke ’61, M.S. ’65

Early in life, Thomas O’Rourke ’61, M.S. ’65 developed an appreciation for both spiritual and intellectual pursuits. He’d express both passions through his work as a church lector and in management at IBM, where he led technical teams in the U.S. and Europe. One of those teams helped develop the universal product code (UPC) that […]

Michael Isaacs J.D. ’81

Michael Isaacs J.D. ’81 was a role model for what it means to be a husband, father, and esteemed peer. Mike was a distinguished and respected commercial bankruptcy attorney for over 40 years and was recognized in Best Lawyers in America from 1995 to 2023. He was well-loved by his clients and peers, and known […]

Leo Dressel M.Div ’77

Leo Dressel M.Div ’77 had a love for God and a passion for education. Leo served in the Society of Jesus from 1965 to 1992. Throughout his career as an educator, Leo impacted the lives of thousands of students and faculty at several schools across the country. He’ll be remembered for his sharp intellect, quick […]

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Justice Jenkins
Justice Jenkins

From Bronco football to the California Supreme Court, Martin Jenkins ’77 has spent more than four decades defending the bench.

Even Kneeled
Even Kneeled

“What does change look like?” wrote Julie Johnston Ertz ’14 in a joint statement about her decision to kneel during the national anthem.

A Bilingual Storyteller
A Bilingual Storyteller

Producer Griselda Ramirez ’08 shares her experience producing Rihanna’s NFL halftime show interview and how studying Spanish at SCU impacted her career.

Keeping Current
Keeping Current

Alexis Loera ’21, M.S. ’21 signed a new three-year contract with the Kansas City Current getting her one step closer to the U.S. Women’s National Team.

Worthy Service
Worthy Service

Santa Clara professors helped set Melvin Gaines ’06 on his path of civil service. Today, he’s the highest ranking nonelected official in his hometown.

Starting Small
Starting Small

Sophie Asmar ’09 reflects on what sustainability means to her and her journey to find solutions that bring impactful change.

An Honor
An Honor

Richard Bissen ’83 is elected mayor of Maui, Hawaii, with help from chairperson and fellow Bronco Charlene Schulenburg ’83

Take Note
Take Note

The Bannan Alumni House is bustling with plans for alumni and grand reunions.

Better Boards
Better Boards

The Leavey School of Business aims to make businesses better through its Black Corporate Board Readiness program.

Back to Work
Back to Work

California voters sent two Santa Clara alumni back to the halls of Congress

Leading Arts
Leading Arts

First-gen college student tapped for Arts and Culture Commission for City of Gilroy