Bronze Beauty
Timi Sobrato created the untamable bronze Bronco—a piece that is gifted to members of the Founders Society.
Alumni
Jerry McFadden M.A. ’73 had a long and impactful career as a middle school English teacher. While teaching at Herman Intermediate School in San Jose, Jerry prepared thousands of students for success in high school and beyond, overseeing the school’s gifted and talented program and earning the district’s Teacher of the Year Award in 2000. […]
Modest about his many talents, Brian Sefton MBA ’93 was the kind of person who lifted others without seeking recognition, and found a lot of meaning in mentoring fellow entrepreneurs. Brian led companies with heart and ingenuity, from drug discovery to sustainable innovation, founding NovoNutrients and securing multiple patents. He cared deeply about the planet […]
A deeply principled lawyer, David Guinn J.D. ’75 built a distinguished career in government contract law, beginning in the Bay Area before finding his true calling with NASA. Over the years, David’s expertise left a lasting imprint on the aerospace and technology communities. With a quick wit and a gift for laughter, David’s elaborate pranks […]
Thomas Brown ’79 built a career in electronics sales and found joy traveling, caring for his beloved dogs, attending concerts, and taking long walks through Napa and the Bay Area. Tom and his ex-wife, Sarah, shared a love of adventure, setting off on an epic journey through the U.S., Canada, Europe, and former Soviet Union. […]
Timi Sobrato created the untamable bronze Bronco—a piece that is gifted to members of the Founders Society.
Eugene “Gene” Ravizza ’50 grew Cupertino Electric into one of the largest electrical contracting firms in the nation with the help of a loyal team.
Clinical psychologist Meg Van Deusen ’85 writes book tackling the scourge of stress on modern life
What does it mean to belong? To a place, a community, a family? Jill Fordyce J.D. ’89 explores the theme in her debut novel, Belonging.
“This is where life slides / Into wild worlds,” writes Paul Totah ’79 in his book of poetry, inspired by California and accompanied by lush photography from around the state.
The late accounting Professor Mario Belotti came to Santa Clara from a farmhouse in Italy in time to study the ascent of Silicon Valley.
The late John Ocampo ’79 believed technology was the great equalizer. His legacy continues to push that belief forward at Santa Clara University.
Alex Loera ’21, M.S. ’21 is the first official player to be signed to Bay FC, the National Women’s Soccer League team founded by four SCU alumni.
“We are going to showcase Santa Clara and what we are all about,” says the Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski ’23. Broncos take center court at Chase Center with a night of music, alumni reunions, and jersey swaps.
Antonia Allegra ’67 is sharing her knowledge of wine with Santa Clara by donating her enology collection to the University Library and Archives.
Paula Flores ’14 and Luis Flores ’14 had an unforgettable 5th wedding anniversary at the Vatican. The biggest highlight? When Pope Francis blessed their baby.
The city Santa Clara’s second female mayor, Pat Mahan J.D. ’80, leaves behind a tradition of balancing development with preservation. Oh, and a home for the 49ers.
Nicolás Lell Benavides ’10 shares how his Santa Clara experience and passion for composition led to the creation of his largest project to date: “Dolores.”
“One day, I was at the house very early when no one else was there, and I heard the clearest footsteps treading on the metal roof above me.” Meet Janan Boehme ’81, the first-ever historian of the Winchester Mystery House.
“Steve and I want whatever is left when we die to make a real difference for people and the planet.”