Remembering Pope Francis A look at the life and legacy of Pope Francis from the Mission campus. A ReflectionAfter news of Pope Francis's death arrived at Santa Clara University, Dennis C. Smolarski, S.J. stood in the Mission Church and gave a homily for Mass 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 ChurchJST-SCU Dean Agbonkhianmeghe Orobator speaks to CBS on the importance of Pope Francis in a global church. Read moreTackling Big IssuesDirector of Mission and Ministry Mathew Carnes on Pope Francis' legacy in the Mercury News. Read more.Next Steps for the ChurchPreparing for 9 days of mourning, Elyse Raby details what’s next for the faithful on FOX. See it here.A Pope Focused on the MarginalizedIn U.S. Catholic Assistant Professor Nicholas Hayes-Mota, a social ethicist and public theologian, explores Pope Francis' legacy of caring for others. Read more. 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
Water Watch How Santa Clara University’s Water and Climate Justice Lab helps clean water flow in rural communities Words and Images by Nic Coury, 09 May 2025 share 9 min read
Introducing the Honorable Meghan Piano So many Santa Clara County Superior Court judges hail from Santa Clara University School of Law. Judge Meghan Piano ’04, J.D. ’07, and her pledge to rule with empathy, may demonstrate why. Words by Lauren Loftus. Photos by Miguel Ozuna., 05 May 2025 share 7 min read
Belling the Cat As warring parties in South Sudan ran roughshod over the country, religious leaders turned to a unique idea to make peace. WORDS BY DEBORAH LOHSE AND PRESTON CARMACK. ILLUSTRATIONS BY ORLY LOCQUIAO, 23 Apr 2025 share 12 min read
What’s Normal, Anyway? What could happen if we let go of wanting “normal,” and move toward something different? Valerie Braylovskiy ’25, 05 Feb 2025 share 7 min read