
Broncos for Others
Guided by their Jesuit values, father/daughter duo Hal Tilbury ’65 and Anastasia Tilbury Marks ’95 founded The Musa Project to help Ugandan women heal from fistula injuries. Learn more about how these benevolent Broncos are making the world a better place.
Alumni News

Reaching the Summit
Jordan Angeli ’08 scored big this year by helping launch the NWSL’s newest team, the Denver Summit, and bring professional women’s soccer to the Centennial State. It looks like Jordan’s pretty good at kick-starting change!

Bravo for Inclusivity
Inclusion + Innovation = Better Learning for Everyone. Through his research on bilingual learners, Marco A. Bravo ’94 is transforming how students learn by making STEM classrooms more inclusive and equitable. By breaking the one-size-fits-all mold, he aims to expand opportunity and strengthen our STEM workforce.
SCU Spirit
When Broncos come home, the campus shines a little brighter. At Grand Reunion 2025, thousands of alumni packed the Mission campus for four days of laughs, late nights, and legendary moments. Relive the magic, and start the countdown to Grand Reunion 2026, Oct. 8–11!
In Loving Memory
In the Catholic tradition, November serves as a month of remembrance for those who have passed away. You’re invited to submit the names of your loved ones to be included in our virtual Book of Remembrance. The Santa Clara community will remember them at Mass throughout the month.
Book It
The Alumni Book Club is dropping a huge plot twist! Authors365 is a brand-new alumni perk—a yearlong series of free bestselling author talks on wellness, leadership, and professional development. Don’t skip this chapter: sign up by Dec. 1 (using code: A365NOWSCU) to activate your account and join the first events in December!
Alumni Events
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Santa Clara Valley: First Friday Mass and Lunch
Celebrate the noon Mass at the Mission Church, then enjoy lunch with your fellow worshippers at the Bannan Alumni House.
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Santa Cruz: SCU Night at the Santa Cruz Warriors
Bring your Bronco spirit to Santa Cruz to cheer on the Sea Dubs! After the game, keep the fun going with a talk from SCU hoops legend Brandin Podziemski ’25.
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Santa Cruz: 20th Annual Community Dinner
Mix and mingle with local alumni over dinner at The Shadowbrook, owned by Ted Burke ’68, and hear from SCU Athletics Director Heather M. Owen J.D. ’03!
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Santa Clara Valley: Alumni for Others Project at Second Harvest
Enjoy time with your Bronco community while sorting food for local families in need.
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University News

A Career Celebrated
After more than four decades in higher education—including 12 years at Santa Clara—James Lyons will retire as Vice President for University Relations. His leadership of SCU’s $1 billion “Innovating with a Mission” campaign boosted alumni engagement and the university’s reach.

Rising to the Challenge
The School of Education and Counseling Psychology (ECP) is already training competent and compassionate teachers, school administrators, therapists, and counselors. Now, their new Master of Arts in Social Impact Leadership empowers change-makers to bring empathy, strategy, and vision to the world’s toughest challenges. Learn more about the program.
Dia de Unidad
Broncos and the Santa Clara community came together to celebrate Día de los Muertos—honoring loved ones and shared traditions with music, art, and more. Learn about the Alumni Association’s interactive ofrenda, created with care by our very own Yesenia Magdaleno-Solis ’20, MBA ’26!
In Our Hearts
We pause in gratitude to remember Fred Parrella, Professor Emeritus in Religious Studies and best known for his Theology of Marriage course. His legacy continues through the students and colleagues he inspired. A funeral mass will be held on campus on Thursday, Nov. 13.
Alumni Benefits
Unlock real savings with University Credit Union—fewer fees, better rates, and smart financial solutions. Last year, members saved an average of $347 each or $730 per household.* Learn more or contact SCU’s UCU rep at bkahmar@ucu.org.
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Did you know alumni can utilize SCU career services? Tap into our expansive professional network with Bronco Exchange, meet with a career counselor, attend career fairs, and access webinars. Whatever you need, SCU is here for you.
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