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Jesuit Community

About

Since its founding in 1851 the University has relied on the Society of Jesus for its educational mission.
Jesuits in residence

Seal of the Jesuit Order

Jesuit Order

History of the Jesuit order, which was founded in 1540 by Ignatius Loyola.


Fr. Zampelli teaching

Jesuit Education

Jesuit education at Santa Clara University


Mission Santa Clara sign

History

History of the Jesuits at Santa Clara University.


Jesuit Church at Santa Clara University

Mission Santa Clara

Mission Santa Clara de Asis.


Jesuit Church at Santa Clara University

Jesuit Philosophy

SCU Education of the "Whole Person"