Ethical Implications of Hobby Lobby Ruling Discussed
Leslie Griffin, a law professor from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, spoke to a full audience at Santa Clara about the Supreme Court Hobby Lobby decision and how it limited both women’s rights and religious freedom.
Campus Strives to Go Green
Students browsed racks of vibrant tie-dyed t-shirts, bandanas and tapestries set out on the lawn in front of the Harrington Learning Commons on Wednesday.
Congressional Candidate Visits
Standing on the dimly lit Benson Memorial Center patio, Democrat Ro Khanna engaged an audience of about 35 students on Oct. 14.
Chief Information Officer Enhances Campus Networks, Wi-Fi
Nestled in an office on the second floor of the library, overlooking the Benson Memorial Center plaza, Robert “Bob” Owen works to innovate and improve the information services Santa Clara provides.
Former Fraternity President Remembered
Santa Clara 2013 graduate Brian DeVoto died in a car accident in September at the age of 23.
NFL Legend Shares Insight
Hall of fame player Ronnie Lott joined Santa Clara women’s soccer head coach Jerry Smith to discuss football, controversy and life in this year’s first installment of the President’s Speaker Series on Oct. 9.
Donors Recognized in Commemoration of New Bronco Statue
The bronze bronco statue was officially commemorated in a ceremony on Oct. 8.
Accounting Department Ranks Eighth in Nation
The Santa Clara Accounting Department was ranked eighth in the nation on a ranked list published by LinkedIn, and beat out programs at University of California, Berkeley, and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, among other universities.
Jerry Smith’s Coaching for Life Academy Reinforced Life Skills
Jerry Smith, coach of the Santa Clara women’s soccer team, held the first installment of the Jerry Smith Coaching for Life Academy on Oct. 9. The workshop focused on leadership and self-esteem in athletics.
Man Arrested for Assaulting Student May Be Repeat Offender
A man who allegedly assaulted a Santa Clara student is also suspected of committing two similar attacks in Mountain View.
Broken Pipe Floods Benson Basement
The basement of the Benson Memorial Center flooded last night after a water line in the Campus Post Office exploded.
Cornel West Sparks Dialogue
Cornel West spoke at two Santa Clara events and captivated audiences with his graciousness and intensity while he offered raw opinions on the problems within American society.
“Yes Means Yes” Already in Place
Last week, Santa Clara released its 2014 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report — which named the number of sexual offenses that occurred from 2011 to 2013 — in accordance with the Clery Act, a federal statute requiring universities to log crime statistics.
Administrators Address Housing Ordinance
Santa Clara’s Associated Student Government held a public forum Wednesday night to answer any questions and quell student fears and anxieties about a proposed city ordinance.
Netflix Invades Privacy, Pays Out
Two Santa Clara hubs for Internet ethics have been named as recipients of a portion of $9 million-settlement from a class-action lawsuit brought against Netflix.
Santa Clara Will Clear the Air
President Michael Engh, S.J., announced in September that Santa Clara will ban tobacco use. The decision was made in response to a proposal drafted by two Santa Clara faculty members, which calls for a tobacco-free campus.
Campus to Grow Over the Next Six Years
Blueprints for new dorms and research buildings are among Santa Clara’s ambitious goals to expand the university. By 2020, the school aims to increase its student population, improve educational quality and boost its national reputation.