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Pick of the Week

  • Campus Safety Pick of the Week: 5/5/2011

    "4/30: Two students were observed removing juice drinks from a locked display case at the Mission Bakery Cafe after closing. One student attempted to conceal the juice in her clothing & threw it in a planter and lied about the theft. The other drank the juice he had taken.

  • Campus Safety Pick of the Week: 4/28/2011

    4/23: A student was admonished for performing tricks on a unicycle in front of Benson. The student was argumentative and was instructed to leave three times and was told his unicycle would be confiscated if he continued to ride it. He finally left after being documented.

  • Campus Safety Pick of the Week: 4/21/2011

    4/19/11: Two former students were discovered shoplifting at the Cellar Market at Benson.  SCPD took them into custody for shoplifting over $500 worth of food items.

  • Campus Safety Pick of the Week: 4/7/2011

    "4/3: The parent of a high school debate tournament participant was escorted off the campus for causing a disturbance and becoming belligerent toward a debate tournament official."

  • Campus Safety Pick of the Week: 2/24/2011

    2/19: An unknown suspect drove his pickup truck onto the lawn area of the Accolti Mall, causing damage to the lawn. SCPD was notified. The driver fled the scene before authorities arrived.

  • Campus Safety Pick of the Week: 2/17/2011

    2/10: A student was escorted out of Leavey Center during a game  when he refused to stop yelling profanities at the St. Mary's basketball team.

  • Campus Safety Pick of the Week: 2/10/2011

    "2/4: A single empty shell casing was found in front of Malley Center and turned in to the Campus Safety office."

  • Campus Safety Pick of the Week: 1/27/2011

    1/23: A student and a non-affiliate guest were observed smoking marijuana in the Sobrato garage. They were admonished and documented by Campus Safety.

  • Medical Amnesty Flowchart

    Campus Safety Pick of the Week: 1/20/2011

    A public service announcement

    This week the Campus Safety Report included just one alcohol-related medical emergency. We'd like to take it as a good sign, that all SCU students are either drinking responsibly, or not at all... but we're aware of the reality that, commonly, students are afraid to report alcohol-related medical emergencies for fear of getting in trouble.

  • Campus Safety Pick of the Week: 1/13/2011

    "1/8: A Sobrato Hall elevator was reported malfunctioning with several people trapped inside. Campus Safety responded."

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Hunger Week Hosted to Raise Awareness

New club holds events to illuminate social problems, find solutions

Educating students about the issues of hunger and poverty and explaining how these impact the daily lives of many people are the two main goals of Santa Clara’s new club — Bridging the Gap: Alleviating Poverty. This week, BTGAP joined the Food and Agribusiness Institute to host Hunger Week.

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University helps launch Academy of Blended Learning

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Droves of Students Attend Bay to Breakers

Colorful costumes highlight annual San Francisco race

Hundreds of Santa Clara students woke up at 3 a.m. to put on their wildest get-ups and hop aboard the 5:30 a.m. Caltrain to San Francisco for the annual Bay to Breakers race. Full story

Global Themes Represented in Reflections

Four departments work together to execute project

The Visual Culture of Bollywood exhibit, currently displayed in the lower level of the Harrington Learning Commons, gives students an opportunity to view other cultures and social forms.

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Students Sample Food

Benson hosts small catering party to advertise

Students indulged their appetites on California wraps, Spanish tapas, spring mix, gazpacho shooters and more last Thursday afternoon. Bon Appétit hosted the popular Mission Catering Showcase and Nobili Bakery Expo. Full story

New App Connects Students to Activist Groups

Local startup tests mobile platform on campus

A new smart phone application, Act On, is being developed that will help consolidate volunteer opportunities, internships, job openings and information about the school and community and make it easier to get involved with nonprofit and activist groups. Full story

2013 Mr. RLC Crowned

Male representatives show off their talents

The event, Mr. RLC, organized by the Residential Learning Community Association, has been happening on campus for almost a decade now, and it has become a tradition that many students look forward to each spring. Full story

University Hosts Walk

Over 90 student athletes raise money for cancer

Santa Clara hosted the fifth annual 5K Pancreatic Cancer Walk to raise money to fund pancreatic research at University of California, San Francisco.  Full story

Pathway Program to Change

New curriculum requirement to be modified after first year

  With the first round of Pathway reflections almost all submitted, 240 graduating seniors still haven’t turned in their essays. Full story

Dean Appointed

Law School pioneers way with female leadership

Santa Clara has announced Lisa Kloppenberg as the new dean of the Law School, the first female to take position. Full story

When Zombies Attack Campus

Viral community game returns for the second year in a row

The game, known simply as HvZ (Humans vs. Zombies), plays out like a campus-wide tag competition, with some brain-hungry variations. Full story

Free Drinks, Free Food, Free Advice Offered

Graduates given practical tips during weekly events

Seniors have been gathering every Tuesday night to discuss life after Santa Clara. The Alumni Association has been organizing Life After SCU to help soon-to-be alumni get ready for the real world.

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Building Begins

Ceremony celebrates decathlon team’s progress

 

The Solar Decathlon team held a ground breaking ceremony last Thursday, showcasing the structure they have designed for this year’s national competition.

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PredPol Predicts Crime

Mathematical algorithm aids policing method

George Mohler, an assistant professor in the mathematics and computer science department at Santa Clara University, is one of the masterminds behind Predictive Policing, a new computer software.

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Students Recognize Peers With Awards

Students and organizations recognized for service

The Bucky Awards, a completely student-run award ceremony, will be held this year for the first time to honor students and organizations that have shown outstanding leadership, determination, dedication and service to Santa Clara’s community.

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University Prepares for Potential Disaster

Student medical officers train for major emergency

Trained members of Santa Clara’s Emergency Medical Services rushed freshman Alyna Merall out of O’Connor Hall last Sunday from a hypothetical plane crash in a dramatic moment from the Mass Casualty Drill last Sunday.  Following last week’s bombings in Boston, SCU EMS responded to a mock plane crash with student volunteers as injured victims in the Mass Casualty Incident Drill, organized so that the school’s first responders could practice reacting quickly and effectively in the event of a dangerous situation on campus. Full story

Students Honored Mother Earth Across Campus

Clubs collaborate to set up festivities for holiday

The Earth Day Committee, Sustainability Office and other sustainability clubs collaborated to create an educational and influential day for Santa Clara students. Full story

Three Look to Presidency

Voting on Tuesday for Associated Student Government candidates

Judith Martinez Ryan Smart “Do the You in SCU.” Both candidates on the Martinez-Smart ticket are hoping to return to Associated Student Government after coming back from study abroad trips this past year. Their platform, “Do the You in SCU,” is based on a plan for a series of themes to bring out engagement from students with the community. Full story

Eating Away at Impacts on the Environment

Bon Appétit shows how diets influence climate

This Monday, Bon Appétit, collaborating with Sustainability at SCU, will be hosting the sixth annual Low Carbon Diet Day, geared towards educating students on how to refine their diets to help positively affect climate change.

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Swap Donations

Benefits go to communities and homeless shelters

Santa Clara celebrates third annual Swap for Good, an organization that collects donations for victims of domestic violence. 

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New BART Lines Expected

Construction anticipated to run through 2018

Santa Clara County finally ready to begin long anticipated expansion of BART to San Jose. 

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Wynn Bullock

Museum Features Landscape Photography

New exhibit shows Bay Area-inspired pieces

Former Bay Area photographer Wynn Bullock's work, a combination of abstract and realistic photographs, is displayed at the de Saisset Museum. 

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Equal Pay Will Bring Better Lives for Women

Jonathan Tomczak

Women are now the majority of college graduates and, by some estimates, are responsible for 80 percent of U.S. spending. Yet despite this economic power, women are treated terribly as members of the working community. Full story

Equal Pay Will Bring Better Lives for Women

Jonathan Tomczak

Women are now the majority of college graduates and, by some estimates, are responsible for 80 percent of U.S. spending. Yet despite this economic power, women are treated terribly as members of the working community. Full story

Memories and Advice from Departing Broncos

  As June nears, the college years of Santa Clara’s senior class are coming to an end. Although it can be somewhat nerve-racking, post-college is an exciting time in any individual’s life.  As these beloved members of the Santa Clara community begin to take off into the “real world,” I wanted to ask a few seniors to reflect on their time at Santa Clara and offer a few words of advice to the younger classes. Full story

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The Sore Losers’ Approach to Government

  If you can’t beat them, keep them from showing up. The act of paralyzing a regulatory department is part of a broader strategy by some members of Congress to render government departments all but useless. Because they lost the battle to prevent these agencies from being created in the first place, they choose to cut funding, restrict enforcement mechanisms and make the agencies jump through impossible hoops in order to provide oversight. Full story

Education Reform Fighting Partisan Backlash

Jonathan Tomczak

The increasing kickback against efforts to improve America’s education system is a terrible mistake. Since 2009, 45 states have agreed to adopt the Common Core State Standards, a set of guidelines that lay out in broad strokes what children should have learned by a certain grade. Full story

Senior Staffers Bid Adieu to Santa Clara

Editor-in-Chief Farewell

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Growing Student Population Needs Classrooms

Despite the growing student body, Santa Clara still lacks classroom space. Full story

Growing Student Population Needs Classrooms

Despite the growing student body, Santa Clara still lacks classroom space. Full story

Gun Violence Culture is Possible Cause of Violence

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Congress Serves Interests Other Than Public

Jonathan Tomczak

Many hailed the continuing resolution passed by Congress and signed by President Barack Obama last month as a victory amid the budget stalemate. Full story

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“For Colored Girls” Evokes Emotion With Art

Poetry and dance fuse into a powerful performance

This passionate and captivating rendition of Ntozake Shange’s “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf” dives into a new world of theater, both in content and structure, with 20 enthralling poems integrated with choreography. Full story

Stage Gets Footloose

Last musical of the year promises high-energy fun

Amidst the stress and monotony of finals, students can find a perfect opportunity to take a break from their studies and let loose: SCU Presents’ rendition of the 1984 classic, “Footloose.” Full story

Film Festival to Exhibit Cinematic Debuts

Popular annual showcase of student talent to continue

The Genesis Film Festival, a highly anticipated event, is coming up, and will present student efforts. This annual festival was started four years ago by several communication professors on campus as a way to proudly display the work of their students. Full story

Take Your Workout into the Great Outdoors

Make the most of the sun and get fit in the fresh air

Katrina discusses the benefits of spring time excercise.  Full story

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Spring Cleaning is in the Air

Jade Estrada

Jade gives helpful tips for spring cleaning  Full story

Discovering the Face Behind The Chalk

Unique art form cropping up around campus

Madelaine Corbit uses her chalk art as unique advertising medium for the school. 

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“The Vagina Monologues” Celebrate Femininity

Poignant women-based show wows audience

A whirlwind of honest humor, social analysis and a heavy dose of girl power — “The Vagina Monologues” were performed this past weekend, aiming to empower and celebrate women.

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“Wolf” Wearing Sheeps’ Clothing

New release recreates hip hop group’s image

Ethan discusses Tyler the creator's second release, "Wolf".  Full story

Growing Student Population Needs Classrooms

Despite the growing student body, Santa Clara still lacks classroom space. Full story

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Relay Breaks Record in Cancer Fundraising

A high turnout makes for a high impact event

The Relay, which started on campus in 2009, had, by far, the biggest turnout ever for Santa Clara with 526 participants composing of 40 teams, and raising a record amount of $56,305.84 since August. Full story

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Multiculturalism Shared at Global Village

Performances, food, and fun activities showcase diversity on campus. 

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New Event Sprinksgiving Thanks Donors

A display of gratitude for those who support our school

The Santa Clara Student Philanthropy Committee is launching what they hope will be a new traditional event on campus, a day to create a project that will show how much students appreciate those who donate to our school. 

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Major Lazer Frees the Universe

Digital reggae duo creates hypnotic dance-hall vibes

Major Lazer and Diplo: globe trotting duo that never ceases to amaze or surprise.

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  • Philip’s Finds

    San Francisco’s de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park and the Legion of Honor in Lincoln Park make up the city’s public arts institution. Both venues host a variety of exhibits that service the arts in a mission to extend and enhance their service as art museums and institutions.

  • Philip’s Finds

    San Francisco’s de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park and the Legion of Honor in Lincoln Park make up the city’s public arts institution. Both venues host a variety of exhibits that service the arts in a mission to extend and enhance their service as art museums and institutions.

  • Off-Campus Party Scene Draws Attention

    Party scene intensifies and attracts national attention to the Santa Clara social scene.

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Le Eyes Tournament Success

Santa Clara tennis star takes on the nation’s elite

Santa Clara women’s tennis player Katie Le finds herself competing amongst the best in her sport following a successful season. Full story

Era Comes to Close in England

Sir Alex Ferguson stepped down as manager of Manchester United, one of England’s most successful soccer clubs in the sport’s history. Full story

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Teams Gear Up for Spring Intramural Playoffs

Bronco students reveal their competitive natures

The intramural sports currently being offered include 3-on-3 basketball, soccer, softball, tennis and triples volleyball. Full story

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Athlete of the Week, Week 7:C.J. Jacobe, Baseball

The sophomore outfielder hit a two-run homerun against the University of Cincinnati on Saturday to lead the Bronco. Full story

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Warriors Pushed to the Edge

Golden State finds itself up against a wall after loss to Spurs

The San Antonio Spurs got the added energy Gregg Popovich wanted against the Golden State Warriors and a stellar performance from Tony Parker that they desperately needed. Full story

49ers’ New Stadium Named

  The San Francisco 49ers’ new home currently being built in Santa Clara will be called “Levi’s Stadium,” pending an agreement with the city. Full story

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Sharks Sweep Up Vancouver

San Jose sees rare playoff success in first round

Sharks prove to be yet another Bay Area powerhouse team and advance in the playoffs. 

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Broncos Go Out in Style on Senior Day

Softball wins twice in last five games of season

 

Aside from finishing the season with a win, the Broncos will look to rebound next spring with more satisfying results. They finish their season with a 8-46 record, including a 5-19 conference mark.

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LeBron Reigns Supreme

On Sunday, it was announced that James received 120 out of a possible 121 first-place votes to win the prestigious award as NBA's Most Valuable Player, one vote shy of making NBA history.

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Diamond Struggles Continue

Winless conference season nears completion

The weekend brought the Broncos’ conference record to 0-21, while their overall record sits at 10-35.

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Rowing Teams Near Finish

Top men and women’s boats struggle at Lake Natoma

  Neither of the top men or women’s boats returned to the Mission Campus with any hardware this past weekend, but both rowing teams are looking ahead to their final races of the season with a sense of optimism.  Full story

NBA Player Collins Comes Out

   Jason Collins became the first male athlete who is still active in a major American team sport to publicly come out. Full story

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Sailing Team Headed for National Regatta

Santa Clara qualifies for the pinnacle event of the season

For the first time ever, the Santa Clara sailing team has advanced to nationals. Full story

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Athlete of the Week: Stephanie Clements, Women's Water Polo

The senior closed out her career with 22 saves in the Western Water Polo Association conference tournament. Full story

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Pham, Broncos Close Out Regular Season Strong

Two weekend wins set up team for postseason

The No. 60 Santa Clara men’s tennis team closed out the regular season in style last weekend, defeating conference opponents Gonzaga University and the University of Portland at the Degheri Tennis Center. Full story

One Giant Guessing Game

 The seven-round, three-day NFL draft is the equivalent of a New Year's celebration for NFL fans, coming right in the middle of the offseason.  Full story

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Women’s Tennis Makes History

Broncos finish regular season atop conference for first time ever

  A year after the men’s team scored their first ever NCAA bid, the women’s team has earned a share of their first West Coast Conference championship. Full story

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Athlete of the Week, Week 4: Julia Peters, Women's Water Polo

  The redshirt freshman was named to the Western Water Polo Assoication’s First Team. Full story