Join us at DiscoverSCU!
DiscoverSCU is an opportunity for admitted students to connect with current students, sit in on a mock class, and take a campus tour. Use this website to help you navigate what to expect at DiscoverSCU as well as learn more about our College of Arts and Sciences, Leavey School of Business, and School of Engineering.
Leavey School of Business - March 7, 2025
Studying at the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University offers you the opportunity to earn a quality, values-based degree from a prestigious university in the heart of Silicon Valley—the epicenter of innovation. Click here to learn more about the Leavey School of Business!
College of Arts and Sciences - January 31, 2025
As a central part of our Jesuit and Catholic University, the College of Arts and Sciences advances fundamental knowledge and addresses the fundamental challenges of society by promoting discovery, deepening knowledge, and fostering artistic expression. Click here to learn more about the College of Arts and Sciences!
School of Engineering - February 21, 2025
Engineering with a mission. Guided by our Jesuit, Catholic values, we are committed to the highest in academic and ethical achievement. Our mission is to fuel engineering students' intellectual curiosity in support of building a more just, humane, and sustainable world. Click here to learn more about the School of Engineering!
DiscoverSCU Schedule Detail
Note: all schedule are subject to change
Leavey School of Business - March 7, 2025
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Check-in Check-in will be in-front of Schott Admission & Enrollment Services Building. |
1:45PM-2:15PM |
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Student Day in the Life & QA Panel This session invites current Leavey School of Business student ambassadors to share their day in the life as a SCU student and answer any questions you have about academics, student life, campus traditions, and more! |
2:15PM-3:00PM |
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Student Mock Class This session offers prospective students a hands-on experience of a typical class taught by our esteemed faculty, allowing them to explore course dynamics and teaching styles at SCU. |
3:10PM-3:50PM |
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Campus Resources Parent Presentation This session will provide an overview of the academic, support, and extracurricular resources available to students, helping parents navigate, connect, and engage with their student's college experience here at SCU. |
2:15PM-3:50PM |
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Optional Campus Tour This optional session provides prospective students and their families with a guided exploration of the campus, showcasing key facilities, landmarks, and a residence hall. |
4:00PM-5:15PM |
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Closing Closing remarks made from our Leavey School of Business staff. |
5:15PM |
College of Arts and Sciences - January 31, 2025
| Event and Description | Time |
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Check-in Check-in will be in-front of Schott Admission & Enrollment Services Building. |
1:45PM-2:15PM |
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Student Day in the Life & QA Panel This session invites current College of Arts and Sciences student ambassadors to share their day in the life as a SCU student and answer any questions you have about academics, student life, campus traditions, and more! |
2:15PM-3:00PM |
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Student Mock Class This session offers prospective students a hands-on experience of a typical class taught by our esteemed faculty, allowing them to explore course dynamics and teaching styles at SCU. |
3:10PM-3:50PM |
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Campus Resources Parent Presentation This session will provide an overview of the academic, support, and extracurricular resources available to students, helping parents navigate, connect, and engage with their student's college experience here at SCU. |
2:15PM-3:50PM |
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College of Arts and Sciences Campus Tour This session provides prospective students and their families with a guided exploration of the campus, showcasing key facilities, landmarks, and a residence hall. |
4:00PM-5:15PM |
School of Engineering - February 21, 2025
| Event and Description | Time |
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Check-in Check-in will be in-front of Schott Admission & Enrollment Services Building. |
12:30PM-12:50PM |
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Mock Class and Campus Resources Presentation This session offers prospective students a hands-on experience of a typical class taught by our esteemed faculty, allowing them to explore course dynamics and teaching styles at SCU. |
1:00PM-2:20PM |
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Engineering Open House (Optional Engineering and Housing Tour) This session provides prospective students and their families with a guided exploration of School of Engineering facilities including maker spaces, laboratories, computer labs, and more! |
2:30PM-4:00PM |
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Optional Research Showcase Join SoE for the 7th Annual School of Engineering Research Showcase. Over 30 research groups (including undergraduates, master's, and Ph.D. students) will be presenting their research posters. |
4:00PM-6:30PM |
DiscoverSCU Mock Classes
Take a look at some of the Mock Classes we will be offering at DiscoverSCU!
Business Law Mock Class: Trademarks - Building a Brand That Lasts - March 7, 2025
Ever wonder how companies protect iconic brands like Nike, Instagram, Apple, or Starbucks? We will explore how businesses create powerful trademarks - using words, symbols, motion, and sound - to stand out in the marketplace and keep competitors at bay.
Michael Dana - Business Law and Finance Faculty (Leavey School of Business)
*You will be assigned a mock class based on your major.
Accounting, But Louder - Jan. 24, 2025
Learn about the origins and history of accounting, how accounting facilitated the rise of civilization and complex societies. Participate in an interactive accounting exercise of Our Very Own Bubble Tea Stand In The Shopping Mall, at Mach 10 speed.
Dr. Matthew Cedergren - Accounting Faculty (Leavey School of Business)
*You will be assigned a mock class based on your major.
Management Mock Class: Teams and Motivation - Jan. 24, 2025
In this session, we will do a hands-on activity to highlight some of the challenges of working in teams and the role of goal setting in teamwork. This session will be a combination of group work and class discussion.
Dr. Esther Sackett - Management Faculty (Leavey School of Business)
*You will be assigned a mock class based on your major.
Stories Matter: Early Childhood and Educational Equity
Loyola Hall, Santa Clara University’s first-year residential learning community, is home to engaging faculty like Dr. Brita Bookser, its Faculty Director and an expert in children's literature and culturally relevant teaching. In Stories Matter: Early Childhood and Educational Equity, Dr. Bookser invites you to explore the power of stories to shape young minds and foster equity in education. This mock class delves into how culturally affirming storytelling connects to teaching, learning, and building inclusive classrooms. Join us to experience how stories can inspire meaningful change in education and beyond.
Dr. Brita Bookser - Child Studies Faculty (College of Arts and Sciences)
*You will be assigned a mock class based on your major.
America in a Rapidly Changing World
Join Dr. Dennis Gordon, Faculty Director of Modern Perspectives in Dunne Hall and expert in Comparative Politics and International Relations, for an engaging exploration of America in a Rapidly Changing World. This mock class dives into the global challenges shaping our nation today, using interdisciplinary tools from Political Science, Economics, Environmental Studies, and more. Discover how these fields come together to analyze pressing issues and prepare us for the future. Dr. Gordon will also share how Residential Learning Community (RLC) programming, like that in Dunne Hall, offers unique opportunities to learn beyond the classroom, stay connected with campus events, and build a thriving first-year community. Don’t miss this opportunity to see how your world connects to the big picture!
Dr. Dennis Gordon - Political Science Faculty (College of Arts and Sciences)
*You will be assigned a mock class based on your major.
Keeping Communities Healthy: Using Communication for Public Health
Discover how communication shapes healthier communities! Dr. Chan Thai shares insights from her work with an NGO in the Philippines, showing how strategic messaging and storytelling can improve public health. Learn how you, too, can make a difference through innovative communication strategies. Don’t miss this chance to connect with Dr. Thai, Faculty Director of Cura in SCU’s newest residence hall, Finn Hall, and explore how you can create change on a local and global scale!
Dr. Chan Thai - Communication Faculty (College of Arts and Sciences)
*You will be assigned a mock class based on your major.
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