Check-in
Check-in at the Locatelli Student Activities Center! Doors will open at 4:30 p.m.!
Save the Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
Please join us for Unity Night! As a Jesuit university, we welcome people of every faith and background to join the SCU family, which continues to grow and evolve in ways that enrich us all. Unity Night honors SCU's multicultural and first-generation admitted students, along with those who have supported them on their path to higher education. We invite you to meet other students and connect with a community that will embrace and support you as you envision your life as an SCU Bronco!
Save the Date: Friday, April 10!
Unity Night 2026 Schedule
Unity Night 2026 schedule may be subjected to change.
4:30PM-5:00PM
5:00PM-5:45PM
Networking Bronco Bingo and Resource Fair
Get to know your future SCU community by engaging in conversation through Bronco Bingo; a fun, interactive way to connect with peers you may see in class, current students who may become your mentors, staff who will support you, and faculty who may be teaching your courses.
There will also be a resource and student organization fair where you will be able meet with current students and supportive staff and learn about the wide range of campus resources and student clubs you will be able to participate in here at SCU!
5:45PM-6:15PM
Welcome Speeches
Join us for a warm welcome and opening remarks from our university leadership. Discover how Unity Night can become a catalyst for building meaningful relationships and fostering personal growth during your time at Santa Clara University.
6:15PM-7:15PM
Dinner Celebration and Breakout Group Session
Dig into a delicious SCU-made dinner with the live SCU band bringing the energy; fueling great conversations and a night to remember.
Connect with our SCU community during our interactive breakout group sessions. Led by our students, faculty, staff and alumni, these sessions breakout sessions invite you to explore your personal identities and aspirations. Get ready for meaningful conversations and connections.
7:15PM-7:30PM
Goodbye Speech and Photo Opportunities
Gather for a special goodbye from our Vice President and snap a selfie with your fellow future Broncos as you celebrate the night together.
Virtual Unity Sessions
Can’t make it to Unity Night? Don't worry, Virtual Unity sessions are for folks who can't attend in person to access information about SCU from various perspectives. Sign up to gain insight on the resources available to you to ensure your success, safety, and the affirmation of your identity at Santa Clara University.
Navigate here to Beyond Academics: Grow as a whole through your Mind, Body, Soul
Beyond Academics: Grow as a whole through your Mind, Body, Soul
Tune in to learn how current SCU students are supported not only academically, but also emotionally, physically, and spiritually through our mission of cura personalis. This session offers prospective students an authentic look at our university’s mission and what it truly means to be supported in mind, body, and soul throughout your time at your next home.
- Tuesday, March 31
4:00–5:00 p.m. PT
Navigate here to Beyond Academics: Making an Impact - Centers of Distinction
Beyond Academics: Making an Impact - Centers of Distinction
Discover how Santa Clara University’s Centers of Distinction turn classroom learning into real-world impact. Join current SCU students as they share how hands-on projects, mentorship, and guided experiences through the Centers prepare them not just for careers, but for lives of purpose, innovation, and ethical leadership.
- Wednesday, April 1
4:00–5:00 p.m. PT
Navigate here to Beyond Academics: Stepping outside our bubble - Jesuit Core Curriculum
Beyond Academics: Stepping outside our bubble - Jesuit Core Curriculum
Religious or not? Join us for a virtual Zoom session on SCU’s Jesuit Core Curriculum. Hear from a faculty member how it stands apart from other universities and from students of diverse faiths on how the Jesuit approach has shaped their thinking and experience.
- Thursday, April 2
4:00–5:00 p.m. PT
Meet our community!
We are looking forward to meeting you at Unity Night!
As we prepare to welcome you to our campus, we would like to share a little about the students, staff, and faculty who have brought their unique talents, identities, and experiences to our college campus. Discover how these diverse perspectives have enriched their educational journeys, fostering a vibrant community that celebrates individuality and promotes growth.
When I was admitted to college, I longed for a space where I could see myself reflected in the community—where I could connect with people who shared my experiences and identities. That’s exactly what Unity Night is all about.
Unity Night is all about YOU and your future classmates coming together to share in good company and inspiring conversations. Expect surprises, laughs, and a sense of community that’ll leave you feeling uplifted and ready to join the Bronco community!
Campus Resources
There is a whole community waiting to welcome you to Santa Clara! Check out a list of some of our campus resources ready to support you! You will meet more during the Unity Night's Resource Fair!
Navigate here to Office for Multicultural Learning
Office for Multicultural Learning
As a part of the Office of Student Life, the Office for Multicultural Learning is committed to promoting social justice, building bridges across diverse communities, and celebrating differences of students at Santa Clara University. In addition, we advocate for historically underrepresented populations and educate the whole person within the context of Jesuit values.
Navigate here to Career Center
Career Center
The Career Center is an award-winning, nationally recognized office that supports the professional development and career aspirations of all undergraduate students through hosting career coaching, career fairs, employer engagement opportunities, and much more!
Navigate here to LEAD Scholars
LEAD Scholars
The LEAD Scholars Program is a program for first-generation college students (students whose parents did not graduate from a 4-year college or university) focused on academic success and community engagement. The LEAD Scholars Program provides academic and vocational development opportunities, supportive advising, peer mentoring, and community building through a variety of courses, programs, and support networks.
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