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View the array of exciting events happening at Grand Reunion 2024!

Please note, there is a $7 per person, non-refundable registration fee (with the exception of children 12 and under) to help offset expenses for Grand Reunion not covered by ticket prices. The Alumni Association makes every effort to keep our event prices as affordable as possible while providing the memorable Grand Reunion experiences you expect (and deserve!) at your reunion celebration.

All Class Block Party

Bronco Boardwalk

Gianera Society Luncheon

Martha’s Kitchen Service Project

Annual Veterans Breakfast

 

 

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Thursday, Oct. 10

  • Reunion Check-In
    2-4 p.m. | Bannan Alumni House


    Make the Bannan Alumni House your first stop when you get to campus to check-in, receive your nametag, and grab your SCU swag to kick-off a fun-filled weekend!

    We are running a clothing drive through the new on-campus thrift store, Bucky’s Closet. You can help future alumni dress for success by donating your gently-used professional attire at the Bannan Alumni House during check-in hours.

  • Classics Department Open House
    4:30 - 6 p.m. | Classics House, 874 Lafayette St. 
    No Charge

    Join the Classics Department for their fall Open House - open to alumni and students. Food, drinks, and a great opportunity to catch up with peers, Classics faculty, and current students! 

  • Trivia Night
    6-8 p.m. | Benson Center Parlors B&C
    $10 per person includes appetizers & non-alcoholic drinks | Cash Bar

    Get ready to test your knowledge and engage in some friendly competition! Enjoy an evening filled with laughter, excitement, team spirit, and a chance to showcase your trivia prowess. Fabulous prizes and, of course, bragging rights await the winners. Come with a team (6 people maximum), or join one when you arrive. 

  • Class of 1974 Gathering
    6-9 p.m. | Signia by Hilton, 170 S. Market St., San Jose, CA (previously the Fairmont Hotel)
    No Charge to Attend | Food & Beverages available for purchase

    Kick off your 50th reunion celebration on Thursday evening. Join your classmates at the lobby bar for drinks, and camaraderie while you reconnect with each other. 

  • Broncos In The Ballroom
    7-9 p.m. | Locatelli Center
    $15 per person

    Santa Clara Ballroom Dance Association invites you to join us for ballroom dancing!  This is a great opportunity to socialize, exercise, and join fellow Broncos in learning International Standard Ballroom from World Champion Coach 'Ikaika Dowsett!  Open to all skill levels - beginners welcome. Bring a partner or come solo. See you there!! 

  • Screening of The Unbroken Sky
    7-9 p.m. | Music and Dance Facility, Recital Hall
    $10 per person (Net proceeds will support the Francisco and Laura Jimenez Breaking Through Endowed Scholarship.)

    Join us for a screening of The Unbroken Sky, an award-winning short film dramatizing the early life of Dr. Francisco Jimenez ’66. Stay for a Q&A with Dr. Jimenez and the producers of the film!

Friday, Oct. 11

  • Reunion Check-In
    9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Bannan Alumni House

    Make the Bannan Alumni House your first stop when you get to campus to check-in, receive your nametag, and grab your SCU swag to kick-off a fun-filled weekend!

    We are running a clothing drive through the new on-campus thrift store, Bucky’s Closet. You can help future alumni dress for success by donating your gently-used professional attire at the Bannan Alumni House during check-in hours.

  • Reunion Golf Tournament
    9 a.m. | Santa Teresa Golf Club, San Jose
    $140 per person

    Gather your classmates to enjoy a morning out on the green at this reunion favorite. Scramble format. Registration fee includes cart, green fees, breakfast, lunch, drinks, and tee prizes. Tee times will be scheduled closer to the event. 

  • The Visual Arts @ SCU
    9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Edward M. Dowd Art and Art History Building, Art and Art History Gallery
    No Charge

    The department is pleased to present The Visual Arts @ SCU which marks a first-of-its-kind collaboration between Santa Clara University's Department of Art & Art History and the de Saisset Museum. Featuring twenty-seven exhibitors and more than forty-five publications and works of art, the show highlights the diverse interests, scholarly research, and artistic achievements of faculty and staff involved in the visual arts on campus. This exhibition not only celebrates their extensive knowledge, skills, and talents but also offers the University community and the broader Bay Area a glimpse into the rich artistic resources available at SCU. This exhibition is on display in the Art and Art History Gallery from September 23 - November 8, 2024.

    Before or after you visit the gallery, take a self-guided tour of the building. The ground level features the creation of works in 3-D, including the sculpture studio, ceramics studio, and tool shop. A sculpture by Dale Chihuly can be viewed in the entrance foyer. Two additional large-scale sculptures are on display in the exterior sculpture garden. The second floor includes two dedicated art history classrooms, faculty offices, and research studio spaces, as well as an informal learning space where students study and socialize between classes. The third floor accommodates the instruction of 2-D media including painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, graphic design, animation, and illustration. 

  • Forge Garden Open House
    10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Forge Garden
    No Charge

    Take a stroll through the Forge Garden, SCU’s 1/2-acre edible and organic garden boasting six chickens, a 400-square foot greenhouse, and over 15,000-square feet of garden beds. The weekly Farmstand will be happening from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.  

  • Voting for Ethics in 2024
    1-2 p.m.  | University Library, St. Clare Room
    No Charge

    Featuring John Pelissero, the director of government ethics at the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics, this session will explore the ethical issues facing voters as they evaluate candidates for the 2024 Presidential and other elections. The presentation will include a look at how the 2024 campaigns are being conducted, the impact that AI is having on campaign communications and voter information, and the importance of knowing if candidates are committed to accepting the certified outcomes of the election.

  • Estate Planning: Why It's Important and What You Need to Know
    2-3 p.m. | Benson Center Parlors B&C
    No Charge

    Hear from Christina M. Bedolla ’11, J.D. ’14, estate planning attorney at Ferrari Ottoboni Caputo & Wunderling LLP, about the ins and outs of why you need estate planning.

  • A Conversation with President Julie Sullivan
    3:30-4:30 p.m. | Recital Hall
    No Charge

    Join Santa Clara University’s 30th President, Julie Sullivan for a conversation with Assistant Vice President for Alumni Relations, Kathy Kale. 

  • Ciocca Center’s Bronco Ventures Accelerator Sixth Annual Demo Day
    4 - 8:30 p.m. | Locatelli Center
    (4 p.m. doors open, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. main event; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. networking reception)

    Join us for an exciting Shark Tank-style showcase of SCU startups from the Bronco Ventures Accelerator (BVA) Program, sponsored by PNC Bank! Alumni, faculty, and students will make two-minute pitches to Silicon Valley investors in hopes of getting their startups funded. This dynamic cohort of 25 companies covers verticals such as artificial intelligence, healthcare, education, energy, real estate, software as a service, and food and beverage. In the past, BVA companies have raised over $50 million from VC and angel investors, as well as the Bronco Venture Fund. The showcase is followed by a networking reception with food and beverages on the beautiful SCU campus. The event is free and open to the public. For more information and to reserve your ticket, please visit our Demo Day website.

  • Special Tours
    4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Abby Sobrato Mall Fountain
    No Charge

    We have two great tours happening around campus. Choose from:

    • Santa Clara Mission Tour—Learn about the unique history of Mission Santa Clara de Asís, including a peek into the Saint Francis Chapel.
    • Campus Tour—See how the campus has changed (or hasn't!) since you were last at SCU. This tour will also give a glimpse into a residence hall.

  • Chicanx Latinx Alumni Community Social
    4:30-6:30 p.m. | Vari Hall Patio
    No Charge (Thanks to the generosity of the Inclusive Excellence Division)

    Join us as we celebrate SCU’s journey toward becoming a Hispanic Serving Institution, inspired by those who paved the way! Reconnect and build new friendships with a vibrant Latine community of faculty, alumni, and students. Enjoy an enriching evening of oral history, music, and arts, and join our panel in envisioning a bright future for Latine students for generations to come.

  • 25th Anniversary of the Malley Center Celebration
    4:30-6:30 p.m. | Pat Malley Fitness Center
    No Charge

    Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the opening of the Pat Malley Fitness Center. Revisit your old campus haunt for a special tour and time to reconnect with your Campus Recreation community.


  • LGBTQ+ Alumni Community Social
    5 - 6:30 p.m. | Schott Admissions Building Patio
    No Charge (thanks to the generosity of the Inclusion Excellence Division) 

    Join us in celebrating Coming Out Day, hosted in collaboration with the Office for Diversity and Inclusion, OML, and the staff ERG! We warmly invite students, alumni, faculty, and staff to come together and honor the pioneering activists and champions of empowerment within the LGBTQ+ community. This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect, reflect, and celebrate our community's vibrant and resilient spirit. Don't miss out on this inspiring and inclusive celebration!

  • Behind the Build: Tour of Dowd Art & Art History Building, presented by the Bronco Builders Association
    5:30-7 p.m. | Edward M. Dowd Art and Art History Building
    $10 per person includes appetizers & drinks

    4th Annual Behind the Build tour where we take a behind-the-scenes look at one of the newest builds on campus. Tour led by the Planning & Projects department with an emphasis on the "nuts & bolts" of the building, followed by a networking reception on site. Open to all affiliated with, or interested in, the Alumni Association's professional-industry groups.

  • Global Engagement Cocktail Hour
    5:30-7 p.m. | Varsi Hall
    No Charge

    International students, study abroad alumni, and SCU’s global community members are invited for small bites, drinks, and conversation with Global Engagement in Aloysius Varsi Hall. Please RSVP directly with GE to let them know you plan to attend. 

  • Law School Reunion
    5:30-7:30 p.m. | Charney Hall, Panetta Plaza
    No Charge


    Join Santa Clara Law for a special reception at Panetta Plaza, outside of Charney Hall. Alongside Dean Michael Kaufman, members of the Law Advisory Board, and members of the Alumni Ambassadors: the Class of 1974 will receive special recognition in honor of their 50-year reunion through induction into the Ruffo Society.

    *Registration link coming soon*


  • Young Alumni Night at The Hut
    6-8 p.m.  | The Hut, Santa Clara
    $15 per person 

    Calling all Broncos from the Classes of 2015-2024! Gather with your friends at everyone’s favorite SCU-watering hole, The Hut, for a fun night of delicious drinks, tasty appetizers, and Bronco spirit.

  • All Class Block Party
    6:30-9 p.m. | Abby Sobrato Mall
    $28 per person before Sept. 12 | $43 per person beginning Sept. 13

    Hang out with your classmates in your reunion area, then stroll down "the block" to enjoy delicious food and drink. A special highlight this year: Enjoy live music from the band One Million Beers from 6:45 to 8 p.m. Band members include Colin Friedel '26 and Sean Rossmeissl '25 who both have parents celebrating their 35th reunion!

  • Theatre and Dance All Years, Majors, Minors, & Enthusiasts Reception
    7-9 p.m. | Fess Parker Studio Theatre

    Calling all theatre and dance enthusiasts! Reconnect with other Theatre and Dance alumni at this festive reception.

  • Class of 1974 After Party
    8-10 p.m. | Adobe Lodge
    $10 per person includes snacks and drinks

    Mix and mingle with your fellow Class of 1974 Broncos for an after-party following the All Class Block Party!

Saturday, Oct. 12

  • Reunion Check-In
    9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Bannan Alumni House

    Make the Bannan Alumni House your first stop when you get to campus to check-in, receive your nametag, and grab your SCU swag to kick-off a fun-filled weekend!

    We are running a clothing drive through the new on-campus thrift store, Bucky’s Closet. You can help future alumni dress for success by donating your gently-used professional attire at the Bannan Alumni House during check-in hours.

  • Annual Veterans Breakfast
    8:30-10 a.m. | Benson Center, Parlors B&C
    No Charge (thanks to the generosity of the Inclusive Excellence Division)

    Join us for our annual breakfast to honor and celebrate our Veterans! Hear inspiring stories and updates on Veteran initiatives on campus, and discover ways to connect with the SCU Veterans Alumni Community. Don't miss this meaningful event to acknowledge the sacrifices of those who have served our country. Register now to be part of this special tribute!

  • Pickleball Clinic
    9-10 a.m. | Degheri Tennis Center
    $5 per person

    Whether you're looking to learn the basics or take your skills to the next level, join us for a Pickleball clinic to enhance your play. All levels are welcome!

  • RESCHEDULED: Coz Cup Rugby Game 9 A.M. Bellarmine Football Field
     
  • Martha’s Kitchen Service Project
    10 a.m.-Noon | Benson Center, Williman Room
    No Charge

    Put together food to be distributed by Martha's Kitchen in San Jose.

  • Black Alumni Community Social
    10 a.m. - Noon | Vari Hall Patio
    No Charge (Thanks to the generosity of the Inclusive Excellence Division)

    Join us at the Black/Pan African Social at Grand Reunion to honor and celebrate the remarkable achievements and perseverance of our faculty and alumni who have paved the way for future generations of Black students and graduates. Enjoy an engaging panel of speakers and forward-thinkers as they share powerful stories from the past, highlight significant progress, and discuss the bright future of the Black/Pan African community at SCU.

  • CANCELED: Brunch with Broncos: Influencer Insights
    10-11 a.m. | Lucas Hall, Room 106
    No Charge

    Join alumni social media influencers and bloggers as they share their journeys during a lively panel discussion session. Enjoy a delicious brunch and sip on mimosas while gaining insights and inspiration from top voices in the Bronco community.

  • CANCELED: Men's Lacrosse Alumni Game 
    10 a.m.- Noon | Bellomy Field
    No Charge

    Unfortunately, the Men's Lacrosse game has been canceled as the installation of new turf on Bellomy Field will not be completed in time. If you have any questions, please contact Kathryn Hutchings in Campus Rec at khutchings@scu.edu.



  • Pickleball Drop-in Play
    10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Degheri Tennis Center
    No Charge

    Grab your racket and a friend, and stop by the Degheri Tennis Center for a match of Pickleball against other Broncos. All levels are welcome to drop-in and play a pickup game.

  • The Visual Arts @ SCU
    10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Edward M. Dowd Art and Art History Building, Art and Art History Gallery
    No Charge

    The department is pleased to present The Visual Arts @ SCU which marks a first-of-its-kind collaboration between Santa Clara University's Department of Art & Art History and the de Saisset Museum. Featuring twenty-seven exhibitors and more than forty-five publications and works of art, the show highlights the diverse interests, scholarly research, and artistic achievements of faculty and staff involved in the visual arts on campus. This exhibition not only celebrates their extensive knowledge, skills, and talents but also offers the University community and the broader Bay Area a glimpse into the rich artistic resources available at SCU. This exhibition is on display in the Art and Art History Gallery from September 23 - November 8, 2024.

     

  • Class of 1974 Engineering Alumni Tour and Gathering
    10 - 11:30 a.m. | Sobrato Campus for Discovery & Innovation, Meet at North Lobby
    No Charge
    Join fellow engineering alumni for a tour of the Sobrato Campus for Innovation and Entrepreneurship followed by a casual reception. 
  • Asian and Pacific Islander Alumni Community Social
    10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Adobe Lodge
    No Charge (Thanks to the generosity of the Inclusive Excellence Division)

    Celebrate the vibrant growth of the Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian community at SCU during Grand Reunion weekend! Reconnect with alumni, students, faculty, and staff as we honor our shared heritage with cultural performances and inspiring stories. Join us for an evening of celebration, new friendships, and envisioning a bright future for our community. Don't miss this special event—be part of our diverse SCU family!

  • Ignatian Examen with Jack Treacy, S.J. '77
    10:30-11:15 a.m. | St. Joseph’s Hall, Multifaith Sanctuary
    No Charge

    Take some time to reflect on SCU memories from when you were a student to today with the Ignatian Examen. This prayer experience will be led by Fr. Jack Treacy '77.

  • SCU Presents: Breaking Through
    10:30-11:45 a.m. | Music and Dance Facility, Recital Hall
    No Charge

    Join SCU Presents for a special showing of the play, Breaking Through. 

  • Creating an Effective Networking Strategy
    11 a.m.-Noon | Lucas Hall, Forbes Conference Room
    No Charge
    Learn how to develop skills for effective networking, how to create and build networking lists, and how to put together a communications strategy. 
  • Gianera Society Luncheon
    11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Malley Center
    Complimentary for Class of 1974 and a Guest, as well as alumni ending in a 4 or 9 
    $25 per person for Non-Reunion Alumni and Guests

    A special luncheon for our Golden Broncos (those 50 years out or more) featuring the induction of the Class of 1974 into the William C. Gianera, S.J. Society.

  • Bronco Boardwalk
    Noon-2 p.m. | Santa Clara Mall between Benson and Kenna
    No Charge to attend. Food and beverages available for purchase

    The leaves are falling and so are we…for our Bronco Boardwalk! Savor food and drinks with “spicy” fall flavors like apple, pumpkin, and cinnamon along with classic favorites. Listen to live music by Under the Covers featuring singer Kate Monaco ‘03, and try your luck at games and activities with fall flair that’ll keep alumni of all ages entertained. Bringing your future Broncos? Check out the Kid’s Zone: Inflatables, Face Painting, Bucky’s Pen Pals Petting Zoo, Balloon Artists, and more! 

  • Mark Purdy Book Signing - San Francisco 49er History
    Noon - 1:30 p.m.  | Santa Clara Mall between Kenna and Benson
    Books available for purchase

    Mark Purdy, the award-winning retired San Jose Mercury News columnist, has co-authored a new heavily illustrated book about San Francisco 49ers history that includes plenty of Santa Clara University connections. The book covers every decade of the 49ers' epic timeline and begins in 1928 when two Santa Clara freshmen first met on the campus lawn and began tossing a football to each other as they talked about a fantasy of having their own team one day. Sixteen years later, they made their dream come true--and then hired Buck Shaw, the Broncos' head coach, as the first 49er head coach. This launched an eight-decade journey to the current day, with the Niners playing home games in Levi's Stadium, a short drive from campus. Purdy's book will be for sale and he'll sign copies at the Bronco Boardwalk event, just steps from where those two Santa Clara freshmen birthed the idea of what has become the Bay Area's most popular professional sports team.

  • Visit the University Archives & Special Collections
    12 - 3 p.m. | Martin, S.J Reading Room, 3rd Floor of the Learning Commons and Library
    No Charge

    Take a stroll down memory lane with the University Library Archives & Special Collections! We will have yearbooks, student newspapers, and memorabilia from your time at Santa Clara for you to browse. 

    In addition, the Archives & Special Collections staff has curated a fall quarter exhibit in the 3rd-floor gallery cases that are viewable anytime during library hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. 

    While the times change, some traditions remain the same, especially with the Santa Clara Broncos! This glimpse at Santa Clara University student life highlights the consistency of campus activities: sports, band, theater, yearbook and social events. What has clearly changed are demographics as Santa Clara became co-ed in 1961 and continued to grow more diverse in other ways too. The exhibit celebrates student life with yearbooks, memorabilia, photographs and other materials that document the Santa Clara experience from the 1940s to today.

  • Special Tours
    1-2 p.m. | Abby Sobrato Mall Fountain
    No Charge

    We have two great tours happening around campus. Choose from:

    • Thámien Ohlone Augmented Reality In-Person Tour
      Co-Designed by the SCU Human Computer Interactions Lab and the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe
      Through location-based storytelling, this AR tour currently has five stops which highlight the past and present stories of the Ohlone people in connection to Santa Clara University's campus. The tour stops range from celebrating the rich history of traditions still practiced by tribes today to honoring the Native communities that were here before us. This in-person, one-hour tour will be led by students and includes time for questions as alumni have the chance to interact with this AR experience.
    • Campus Tour
      See how the campus has changed (or hasn't!) since you were last at SCU. This tour will also give a glimpse into a residence hall.
  • Class of 1969 Engineering Alumni/Friends Gathering
    2 p.m. | Sobrato Campus for Discovery & Innovation, Room 3110

    Join fellow engineering alumni and friends of engineers for conversation and camaraderie. Guests are welcome. 

  • 4 from '74: What We've Lived, What We've Learned, and What's Still Out There
    2-3 p.m. | Location Bergin Hall, Room 116
    No Charge

    A special panel featuring members of the Class of 1974:

    Patrice Koda Coyle
    Jim Flaherty, MD
    Tom Lucas, SJ
    Maureen Strohm, MD, FAAFP, DFASAM

    Terry Trucco, Moderator
  • School of Education and Counseling Psychology Reception
    3 - 5 p.m. | Guadalupe Hall
    No Charge

    Enjoy delicious appetizers and drinks as you reconnect with fellow alumni, faculty, and staff from the School of Education and Counseling Psychology.

  • Reunion Mass
    5-6 p.m. | Mission Church
    No Charge

    Gather in the historic Mission Church with fellow Broncos at the traditional reunion Mass. Bring back memories of those Sunday evening liturgies with music and an inspiring homily as you worship together with longtime friends.

  • LEAD Scholars Program Celebration
    5:30-7 p.m. | Vari Hall and Patio
    No Charge

    The LEAD Scholars Program is thrilled to invite all LEAD and first-generation college alumni to celebrate SCU's first-gen community! LEAD has been empowering first-generation leaders for over two decades, and we are immensely proud of the accomplishments and impact of our alumni. This event will provide an opportunity for reflection, gratitude, and reconnection with old friends and mentors who have shaped your journey. Food, drink, and good music will be included. 

  • Grand Bash presented by the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Engineering
    6-7:30 p.m. | Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation
    No Charge to attend. Two drink tickets included with registration

    Graduates from both the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Engineering are invited to enjoy delicious appetizers and drinks as you reconnect with fellow alumni, faculty, and staff in this amazing building! 

  • Dean's Reception for the Leavey School of Business
    6-7:30 p.m. | Lucas Hall
    No Charge

    Join the Leavey School of Business for a reception with delicious appetizers and drinks, while catching up with fellow classmates, faculty, and staff. 

  • Class of 1964 Reunion Dinner
    6-10 p.m. | Benson Center,  Parlors B & C
    $75 per person before Sept. 12 | $95 per person beginning Sept. 13

    Enjoy a cocktail hour with appetizers followed by a sit-down dinner to celebrate your 60th reunion.

  • Class of 1969 Reunion Dinner
    6-10 p.m. | Benson Center, California Mission Room
    $75 per person before Sept. 12 | $95 per person beginning Sept. 13

    Enjoy a cocktail hour with appetizers followed by a sit-down dinner to celebrate your 55th reunion.

  • Class of 1974 Golden Reunion Dinner
    6:30 - 11:30 p.m. | Locatelli Center
    $75 per person before Sept. 12 | $95 per person beginning Sept. 13

    Celebrate your 50th reunion with cocktails, appetizers, a served dinner, and music.

  • Reunion Class Parties (Classes of 1979-2019)
    6:30 - 11:30 p.m. | Mission Gardens
    $75 per person before Sept. 12 | $95 per person beginning Sept. 13

    For Class of 2019 ONLY:
    $60 per person before Sept. 12 | $80 per person beginning Sept. 13 

    Cap off your reunion year with a fun-filled evening of food, drink, dancing, and camaraderie amongst your classmates. Each class will have a designated seating area with shared bars and dance floors. 

  • Men’s Soccer vs. St. Mary’s
    7 p.m. | Stevens Stadium
    Various Prices

    Cheer on the men’s soccer team as they take on WCC-rival St. Mary’s Gaels. To purchase tickets, visit the athletics website and use the promo code ALUM for discounted pricing.

Sunday, Oct. 13

  • All Class Brunch
    9 a.m. - Noon | Adobe Lodge
    $28 per person before Sept. 12 | $43 per person beginning Sept. 13

    Enjoy a delicious buffet with coffee, juices, and mimosas with your friends to cap off a memorable weekend back on the Mission Campus.