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In 1985, in part to avoid confusion with the [[University of Southern California]] (USC), the University of Santa Clara, as it had been known since 1912, changed its name to Santa Clara University.  

In 1985, in part to avoid confusion with the [[University of Southern California]] (USC), the University of Santa Clara, as it had been known since 1912, changed its name to Santa Clara University.  

Notable alumni include California Governor [[Jerry Brown]] ‎ and Secretary of Defense [[Leon Panetta]].

Notable alumni include California Governor [[Jerry Brown]] ‎ and Secretary of Defense [[Leon Panetta]]. Former NBA star [[Steve Nash]] played basketball at Santa Clara.

 

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