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Sam Bertram found a passion for progress with the help of SCU faculty and now heâs changing the world. Start your SCU journey today.
Does success mean more money, or does it mean leaving the world a better place? Mirelle Raza chose both. Find your future at SCU.
Located in the global capital of innovation, sunny Silicon Valley is the ideal place to forge a brighter future
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**Top10**
National ranking for average salaries 10 years after graduation by Payscale
**17th**
National ranking for undergraduate teaching by U.S. News & World Report
**90%**
6-year graduation rate, compared to a national average of 62%
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Discover SCU
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Experiential Learning
[Seeing the Person, Not Just the Story](https://www.scu.edu/news-and-events/feature-stories/2025-feature-stories/stories/seeing-the-person-not-just-the-story.html)
SCU students learn how to ethically tell stories about addiction, recovery, and homelessness in Associate Professor **Nico Opper**âs advanced documentary film class.
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University News
[Getting to Know James M. Glaser](https://www.scu.edu/news-and-events/feature-stories/2025-feature-stories/stories/getting-to-know-james-m-glaser.html)
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Student Excellence
[Going the Distance: From Montana to SCU](https://www.scu.edu/news-and-events/feature-stories/2025-feature-stories/stories/going-the-distance.html)
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Experiential Learning
[Applications Open for REAL Internship Program](https://www.scu.edu/real/)
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Hear from SCU's Thought Leaders
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[First Thought Leadership Story Women Deacons, Papal Power and the Church of Tomorrow:](https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2025/01/30/synod-synodality-deep-dive-podcast-249814)
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AGBONKHIANMEGHE E. OROBATOR, S.J. ⢠AMERICA MAGAZINE
Women Deacons, Papal Power and the Church of Tomorrow:
This special deep dive episode recaps the 2024 Vatican meeting of the Synod on Synodality, featuring interviews with five synod delegates about the tensions and unexpected breakthroughs in the Synod hallâand outside it.
](https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2025/01/30/synod-synodality-deep-dive-podcast-249814)
[Second Thought Leadership Story What the âMother of All Trade Warsâ Can Teach Us About U.S. Tariffs](https://www.cnbc.com/2025/02/05/how-smoot-hawley-tariff-sparked-the-mother-of-all-trade-wars.html)
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KRIS JAMES MITCHENER ⢠CNBC
What the âMother of All Trade Warsâ Can Teach Us About U.S. Tariffs
A trade war is brewingâand, if history is any guide, the U.S. economy may not be too happy about it.
](https://www.cnbc.com/2025/02/05/how-smoot-hawley-tariff-sparked-the-mother-of-all-trade-wars.html)
[Third Thought Leadership Story AI Is Improving Medical Monitoring and Follow-Up](https://www.informationweek.com/machine-learning-ai/ai-is-improving-medical-monitoring-and-follow-up)
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Hamed Akbari ⢠INFORMATION WEEK
AI Is Improving Medical Monitoring and Follow-Up
Remotely monitoring medical conditions and following up with patients is a major challenge in modern medicine. Artificial intelligence technology may be able to streamline the process.
](https://www.informationweek.com/machine-learning-ai/ai-is-improving-medical-monitoring-and-follow-up)
Featured Events
Apr
4
[Together at the Table](https://events.scu.edu/live/events/343113-together-at-the-table)
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**9 a.m., Santa Clara University**
The Synod on Synodality has concluded, and the journey continues. Join the Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University, key ecclesial leaders, and other partners in mission who are committed to building a synodal Church. We invite you to participate in exploring the transformative power of synodality and prepare for the vital work ahead of remodeling the Church. Everyone is welcome. Your seat at the table is here.
Join us at the Santa Clara University Mission Campus as we:
* Explore the vibrant hope of synodality: Learn about its transformative power within local ecclesial contexts around the world and discern your place of action in mission at home.
* Engage in meaningful conversations: Share your perspectives and listen to others at the roundtable using the Conversations in the Spirit model.
* Hear from esteemed leaders: Join a conversation with Cardinal Mario Grech, Secretary General of the General Secretariat of the Synod, and other key figures.
* Experience a community of prayer and fellowship: Come together at the table for Eucharistic liturgy and shared meals.
Mar 14
[Maya Gurantz: The Plague Archives](https://events.scu.edu/live/events/340838-maya-gurantz-the-plague-archives)
**11 a.m., de Saisset Museum**
The de Saisset Museum presents the interdisciplinary research-based practice of artist Maya GurantzÂ
Mar 14
[Santa Clara University Softball vs Portland State University](https://events.scu.edu/live/events/342417-santa-clara-university-softball-vs-portland-state)
**2:30 p.m., Softball Field**
Santa Clara Softball hosts Portland State at 2:30pm at the Santa Clara Softball Complex. All Santa Clara faculty, staff and students receive free admission to all home competitions.
Mar 14
[Santa Clara University Softball vs Harvard University](https://events.scu.edu/live/events/342416-santa-clara-university-softball-vs-harvard)
**5 p.m., Softball Field**
Santa Clara Softball hosts Harvard at 5:00pm at the Santa Clara Softball Complex. All Santa Clara faculty, staff and students receive free admission to all home competitions.
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Find Your Future at SCU
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Progress doesnât just happen; it demands vision, hard work, and smart, dedicated people like you who want more. Grounded in the Jesuit educational tradition, Santa Clara University helps people make the world a better place.
[See Yourself Here](https://www.scu.edu/admission/choosing-scu/)
Find Your Future at SCU
=======================
Progress doesnât just happen; it demands vision, hard work, and smart, dedicated people like you who want more. Grounded in the Jesuit educational tradition, Santa Clara University helps people make the world a better place.
[See Yourself Here](https://www.scu.edu/admission/choosing-scu/)