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Shannon Gleeson '02

Sociology major

SCU teaches sociology major qualitatively and quantitatively, opening up a range of career paths in the field.

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Rebecca Glover '08

Math major

Santa Clara's attention to detail for its students gives math major confidence to pursue graduate school.

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Michael Hackworth '63

Engineering major, Chairman of board at Cirrus Logic

Applying ethics to the real world set this engineering graduate up for success.

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Jeremy Herb '08

English major

Working on SCU's weekly student paper prepares journalism major for political reporting.

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Scott Hickey '09

Biochemistry major

Work in a research lab prompts biochemistry alumnus to continue research after graduation.

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Demetra Kalogrides '03

Sociology major

Conducting sociological research as an undergraduate prepares this sociology major for graduate school.

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Jennifer Kerwin Snyder '04

Mechanical Engineering major

Alumna quickly puts her hands-on experience to work as lead engineer of a scientific applications firm.

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Marcale Laster-Jones '09

Marketing major, Finance emphasis

Marketing alumnus commends SCU's marketing program for preparing him to market for professional sports franchises.

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Cynthia Leyva '12

Psychology and Ethnic Studies Major, Spanish Minor

A recent graduate channels SCU coursework with the community into post-graduate endeavors

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Michael Lynch '07

Political Science major

Political science alumnus and military veteran publishes thesis in military journal noting importance of empathy in reserves.