Presidential Inauguration
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Mercury News / Santa Clara University on Friday inaugurated the first woman and layperson to ever serve as the institution’s president.
The Santa Clara / Santa Clara University’s incoming president talks transparency, trust and communication.
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, October 5
5–9 p.m.
Bronco Boardwalk, Abby Sobrato Mall
Join students, faculty and staff and their families for Bronco Boardwalk,
an evening of student performances, carnival games, snacks, silent disco, and more.
No RSVP required.
Thursday, October 6
5 p.m.
Inaugural Mass and Mass of the Holy Spirit, Mission Church
Reception immediately following, Abby Sobrato Mall
RSVP required
Friday, October 7
11 a.m.
Doors Open at 10 a.m.
Inauguration of Julie Sullivan, Leavey Center
Lunch reception immediately following, Mission Gardens
Guests attending any Inaugural events are encouraged to test for COVID-19 before attending. Do not come to campus if you test positive or experience COVID-19 symptoms. Face masks while indoors are strongly encouraged but not required. Please visit Prepared SCU for more information.
Questions
Email inauguration@scu.edu
Bags: All bags are subject to search. Please see our Bag Check Policy page for more.
Parking: Parking on campus for all Inaugural events will be complimentary.
Please enter campus through the main entrance: 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, California 95053
President Sullivan
Hotels and Travel
Hotels
Sonesta Simply Suites Silicon Valley Santa Clara
481 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 241-9305
Studio: $130 plus tax
One bedroom: $150 plus tax
301 South Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
(408) 280-1300
King or Two Queens: $144 plus tax
Airports
Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC): 4.7 miles
San Francisco International Airport (SFO): 34.4 miles
Oakland International Airport (OAK): 36.2 miles
Public Transit
Valley Transportation Authority (VTA): provides bus, light rail and paratransit services
Caltrain: commuter rail from San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART): provides regional rail service in Bay Area
Yes, an RSVP is necessary to attend the inauguration events. Please check your email for the digital invitation or email inauguration@scu.edu.
Santa Clara University is committed to creating a safe experience for all those visiting campus. We respectfully request that attendees carry clear or small bags (up to 4.5” x 6”). All bags are subject to search. Please see our Bag Check Policy page for more.
The Inaugural events will be held in accordance with state and county COVID-19 protocols at the time of the event. Visit PreparedSCU for the latest information.
We encourage all attendees to take a rapid antigen test the day of the event and only attend if the result is negative. Masks are also encouraged.
If you have a disability that requires an accommodation, please call (408) 554-6911 at least 72 hours prior to the event. Should you need to rent a wheelchair, you may contact Brannon's Medical at (408) 448-3000 or Bischoff's Medical & Mobility at (408) 286-6651.
Inauguration Committee
The team that planned Inauguration week comprises a cross-section of campus including representatives from
faculty, staff, Jesuits, and the student body. See the committee.
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