Changing Course

What do you do after you’ve already “made it?” Bryan Neider ’78 found his answer by embracing a new path rooted in purpose and shaped by lessons he learned at SCU.

Alumni News

Loud and Proud

Roughly 12% of tickets go unused even at sold-out venues. That’s a stat Matthew VanDerhoof MBA ’26 is working to change, specifically in women’s sports. He built The Pass Bay Area as a student to help get unused seats from season-ticket holders into the hands of fans ready to show up and cheer!

Home Is Where the Headlines Are

Tiffany Liou ’11 is returning to the Bay Area as the newest reporter at ABC7 in San Francisco. It’s a full-circle move that brings her back to the newsroom and the community that launched her career.

(Almost) Total Recall

How much do you remember of your last doctor’s visit? If it’s not much, you’re not alone. Kyle Alwyn ’15 and his AI-powered app, Kin, are working to cut through the confusion and help patients recall more of their doctor’s advice.

Room for One More Guess

Move-in season is almost here, and so is another SCU-themed Wordle. See if you can solve this month’s puzzle in six guesses, or at least before your former roommate does.

Spark Something New

Looking to grow your wallet or your way of thinking? Spark60’s August virtual author talks have you covered. On Thursday, Aug. 6, hear from Nick Maggiulli about “The Wealth Ladder,” a fresh approach to building wealth. Then, on Aug. 27, Colin Coggins and Garrett Brown will explore the psychology behind sales in their book “The Unsold Mindset.”

Alumni Events

Looking for more fun things to do? Check out our full calendar of events! 📆

University News

Grateful Goodbye

After 40 years in higher education (12 of which he spent bettering SCU), outgoing Vice President for University Relations and 2026 Paul L. Locatelli S.J. Award Winner Jim Lyons reflects on the relationships, milestones, and moments of grace that made the journey worthwhile.

Heart of Service

What does it mean to live your faith every day? From San Francisco’s Mission District to classrooms at SCU, Professor Ana María Pineda has spent a lifetime leading with faith, humility, and compassion.

Creativity Counts

When the world feels uncertain, creativity becomes more than self-expression. It’s a way to change the world. Professor Kai Harris muses on why imagination may be one of our greatest strengths.