Remembering Pope Francis

A look at the life and legacy of Pope Francis from the Mission campus.

Pope Francis, with his back to the camera, faces a wall of candles. He wears white vestments and bows his head.

A Reflection

A Message from SCU President Julie Sullivan

We have felt a special connection to Pope Francis here at Santa Clara. As the first Jesuit pope, he often spoke about and embodied our “Jesuit language” of cura personalis, showing special care, love, and mercy for each person in their unique God-given dignity and seeking to address the crucial world issues of our times with hope, courage, and compassion. Read More.

In Context: Pope Francis

A Pope for a Global Church

Tackling Big Issues

Next Steps for the Church

A Pope Focused on the Marginalized

Personal Encounters

Pope Francis inspired Broncos and the faithful worldwide to have conversations about the role of the Church and faith, to create a more sustainable world, and to put the human first in our endeavors. This is how he is reflected on campus.

A Conversation with Faithful: The Synod

Technology and Humanity

A More Sustainable World

A Jesuit Pope

Belling the Cat

As warring parties in South Sudan ran roughshod over the country, religious leaders turned to a unique idea to make peace.

What’s Normal, Anyway?

What could happen if we let go of wanting “normal,” and move toward something different?

A Wealth of Well-Being

In his new book, SCU’s Leavey School of Business Glenn Klimek Professor of Finance Meir Statman explores a holistic approach to financial and life well-being.

Unpacking Utopia

The latest trend among billionaires? Building perfect cities from the ground up. But if perfection is impossible, what can they do to create a city that lasts?