Dan Germann, S.J.
A Tribute
Dan Germann's Biography
During his 25-year tenure at Santa Clara University, Fr. Dan Germann, S.J. embodied a commitment to faith and justice. Dan left a legacy at the University that continues to serve students, faculty, staff, and alumni today. The 10 pm student liturgy, various weddings and baptisms, the Campus Ministry Office, the East Side Project, and the Alumni for Others program rank among some of Dan's most influential gifts to the University. Personally, Dan helped to transform the culture of Santa Clara by teaching students to learn, pray, reflect, and engage the world. In this way, he was a great mentor and friend to all he encountered.
In Memoriam Fr. Dan Germann, S.J.: A life lived in service of others
Dan Germann died on Monday, September 24, 2007, at the Jesuit Center in Los Gatos. Read
about his life and death on the University web site.
To view a short documentary about Dan, please click the followng.
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Make a Contribution to the Legacy of Dan
In honor of Dan's legacy the University established The Daniel V Germann, S.J Endowed Fund for Ministry and Community Engagement in 2005. Earnings from the endowment will directly support Dan's legacy of spiritual development and community engagement opportunities for our students.
Donations can be sent to
Ignatian Center
C/O Dan Germann Endowed Fund
500 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95053-0454
Make Checks payable to: Ignatian Center
Memo: Germann Endowed Fund
Information call
Theresa Ladrigan-Whelpley
(408) 554-4383
TLadriganWhelpley@scu.edu
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