Nominations for the Paul L. Locatelli, S.J. ’60 Award are open through Oct. 30, 2026.
Paul L. Locatelli, S.J. ’60
Paul L. Locatelli, S.J., ’60 profoundly shaped Santa Clara with his vision. In his spirit, this award recognizes a single Santa Clara University employee or affiliate who has given distinguished and outstanding service to the Alumni Association and Santa Clara University.
Nominations should feature an SCU employee or affiliate (e.g., board member, parent, philanthropic supporter) whose service to the University community goes above and beyond. A degree from SCU is not required to be nominated, though alumni are eligible for the Locatelli Award as long as they meet all other criteria.
Eligibility
- Nominees must be a living University employee or affiliate.
- Notable service to the Alumni Association and the University should be the major determinant.
- Rotating Members of the Alumni Association Board of Directors and members of the Selection Committee are not eligible.
- The Paul L. Locatelli, S.J. Award is not granted posthumously.
- Any exception to the "General Criteria" must be unanimously approved by the Paul L. Locatelli, S.J. Selection Committee and the University President.
- Nominations that are submitted and not selected will continue to be considered by the selection committee for a maximum of five successive years. An updated nomination statement may be requested.
Nomination Tips & Best Practices
Our committee receives many nominations for worthy alumni every year. To make sure your Bronco is appropriately recognized, please follow the committee's nomination tips. Please keep in mind: your submission is the committee’s window into your nominee’s accomplishments, so more detail is better. Most successful submissions are at least 400 words.
Award Selection Process
Every year, a dedicated committee of alumni combs through the nominations and selects a recipient based on each award's criteria. This committee is made up of eight individuals, including:
- Alumni Association Board of Directors Past Presidents of the last three years
- Alumnus/a Trustee Representative
- Alumnus/a Regent Representative
- Alumnus/a Fellow - Representative
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Young Alumnus/a Trustee Representative
- AVP, Alumni Relations
All recipients are approved by the President's Office.
Recipient Recognition
All recipients of the Alumni Association Awards will be honored at The President's Dinner, an annual celebration that puts the accomplishments of these distinguished alumni front and center through short documentaries about their lives. Please check the alumni event calendar for updates.